Ambient Field Technician

Onterris; Deer Park (TX); On-site; USD 33,062 - 38,572; Full time

Job summary

Onterris is seeking an Ambient Field Technician to collect data outdoors, wearing protective gear and working in industrial environments. You will deploy, test, and troubleshoot ambient air monitoring equipment while supporting field teams.

Compensation ranges from $24 to $28 per hour, commensurate with experience and location, and the role requires up to 50% travel and the ability to lift up to 50 pounds. A valid driver's license is needed.

Qualifications

• Willingness to travel up to 50% and work outdoors in industrial settings.
• Education ranges from high school diploma to bachelor's degree.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Strong time-management and prioritization skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparation, deployment, testing/sampling of ambient air monitoring activities.
• Independently assemble, operate, and troubleshoot ambient air testing equipment.
• Ensure field prep is complete, including procedures, repairs and calibration.

Skills

Travel up to 50%

Outdoor/industrial work

Time management

Independent work

MS Office (Word/Excel/Outlook)

Education

High School diploma through bachelor’s degree

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

MS Outlook

Job description

About Us

At Onterris, we build careers grounded in purpose, responsibility and real‑world impact. “For Planet and Progress” is our north star that guides everything we do. We believe environmental responsibility and human progress are interconnected, interwoven and international. Our scientists, engineers, field teams, consultants and professionals collaborate across disciplines and geographies, guiding industries and governments, ensuring that communities and environments thrive.

When you join us, you’re not just forging a career, you’re joining a movement – a movement for better thinking, smarter solutions and lasting impact. Together, we will advance our way of life and protect the integrity of our environment every step of the way.

A Day in the Life

As an Ambient Field Technician, you’ll get hands‑on experience collecting data while spending most of your time outdoors in a hardhat rather than in a cubicle.

Compensation: $24 to $28 per hour, commensurate with experience, skills and geographic location.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation, deployment, testing/sampling of air monitoring activities.
• Independently and effectively assemble, operate, and troubleshoot ambient air testing equipment.
• Ensure project preparation is complete before going into the field; this includes preparation, cleaning procedures, repair, and calibration.
• Practice safety methods and procedures, and report all potential dangers, hazards, or unsafe work practices to the supervisor.
• Provide excellent customer service to all clients.
• Assist with laboratory, shop, and equipment maintenance.

Skills & Qualifications

• Ability to travel up to 50%.
• Ability to work in industrial settings and outdoors.
• High School diploma through bachelor’s degree.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Comfortable working in a fast‑paced environment, with proven time‑management and prioritization skills.
• Ability to work independently and with minimal supervision.
• Working knowledge of computer software such as MS Office Word, Excel, and Outlook.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Ability to climb stairs and ladders.
• Lifting up to 50 pounds several times a day.
• Ability to pass a background check and drug screen.
• Often works outdoors and may be exposed to hot and cold environments and extreme weather conditions, including sunlit, rainy, and windy conditions.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Onterris is a leading global environmental solutions company partnering with organizations to solve complex challenges where environmental pressures, regulatory expectations and operational risks intersect. We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We acknowledge that these experiences and perspectives help to enrich our teams and contribute to our ongoing success. We are committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in our employment for all applicants. For U.S. residents, click here to learn more.