EC Field Technician

Interview Now; West Virginia; On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Interview Now in West Virginia is seeking an Entry-Level EC Field Technician to support environmental containment projects in the oil and gas sector. You will operate specialized equipment, ensure safety compliance, and deliver quality work in dynamic field environments.

The role emphasizes reliability, ability to work outdoors in varying weather, and travel to client sites across WV. Salary ranges from $17 to $20 per hour and requires a valid driver's license.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of oil & gas or environmental containment experience.
• Proficient with containment-specific field equipment (welders, extruders).
• Active PEC Safety Certification and OSHA 10, or willingness to obtain.
• Able to work outdoors in various weather and perform heavy physical labor.
• Strong work ethic, reliability and punctuality.
• Ability to work independently and follow detailed instructions.

Responsibilities

• Operate containment equipment like Liester heat guns, wedge welders, and extruders safely.
• Perform geomembrane seaming, patching, and installation per project specifications.
• Maintain safety certifications and follow safety protocols.
• Arrive on time, prepared, and complete tasks independently.
• Complete tasks efficiently with minimal supervision while ensuring quality.
• Assist team members and contribute to a collaborative environment.
• Report progress and any safety concerns to Crew Leader or Site Supervisor.

Skills

Containment equipment operation

PEC safety certification

OSHA 10 certification

Outdoor weather tolerance

Heavy lifting

Independent work

Tools

Liester heat guns

Wedge welders

Extruders

Job description

Project locations throughout WV (outside area on occasion in the U.S.)

Full-Time

Entry Level

Posted September 22, 2026

Apply by December 20, 2026

Job Overview

The Entry-Level EC Field Technician plays a vital role in supporting environmental containment projects within the oil and gas industry. This position involves operating specialized equipment, ensuring safety compliance, and delivering quality work in dynamic field environments, contributing to the company's commitment to safety and excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate containment equipment such as Liester heat guns, Wedge Welders, and Extruders with precision and safety awareness
• Perform geomembrane seaming, patching, and installation according to project specifications
• Maintain all safety certifications including PEC and OSHA 10, and adhere to safety protocols at all times
• Demonstrate reliability by arriving on time, prepared, and completing tasks independently
• Complete assigned job tasks efficiently with minimal supervision while ensuring quality standards are met
• Assist team members and contribute to a collaborative work environment
• Report progress and any safety concerns to the Crew Leader or Site Supervisor

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of industry experience in oil & gas or environmental containment fields
• Proficiency with containment-specific or field labor equipment such as welders and extruders
• Active PEC Safety Certification and OSHA 10 certification or willingness to obtain
• Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions and perform physical labor including heavy lifting
• Strong work ethic, reliability, and punctuality
• Ability to work independently and follow detailed instructions

Preferred Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with Wedge Welders, Extruders, or Liester heat guns
• Knowledge of geomembrane materials and installation techniques
• Reputation as a dependable team member who ensures quality work
• Willingness to mentor less experienced colleagues
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation

Salary: $17 to $20/hour

Work Authorization: Must be authorized to work in the U.S. and hold a valid driver's license.

Travel: Field-based; Travel daily to our client sites throughout WV (within 50-100 miles of our office/yard).

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About Octane Environmental

Company Overview

Octane Environmental LLC (Octane) delivers integrated field services across containment systems, tank solutions and industrial cleaning applications and throughout the full project lifecycle. From site preparation and system installation to ongoing maintenance, operational support and safety and rescue services, the company helps keep energy, industrial, environmental and selected municipal infrastructure operations running safely and efficiently.Octane serves the industries below with the range of services* below.

Industries Served

• Oil & Gas (Upstream, Midstream and Facilities)
• Renewable Energy (RNG/Biogas)
• Industrial and Manufacturing
• Environmental
• Municipal and Commercial Infrastructure

Services*

• Containment & Infrastructure Systems (Liner systems, secondary containment, steel wall and site protection solutions for drilling, production, and industrial operations.)
• Tanks & Fluid Management (Fully assembled, internally lined tank systems with installation, integration, and maintenance support.)
• Industrial & Environmental Services (Vacuum, cleaning, solids processing, and dewatering services supporting critical operations.)
• Safety & Rescue Services (Standby rescue, confined space support, and safety oversight for high-risk environments.)
• Field Services & Site Support (Skilled crews, operators, and logistics support for construction, installation, and field operations.)
• Specialty Services (Bespoke or custom services that complement the above.)

Mission

Protect. Solve. Deliver. Improve.Octane Environmental protects people, the environment and our clients’ operations by delivering safe, innovative, high-quality and reliable services and outcomes in demanding environments.

We accomplish our mission by:

• Delivering excellence. We develop and deliver our full spectrum of services to clients safely, reliably, efficiently and with highest quality.
• Growing our people and capabilities. We continuously develop our employees, strengthen our capabilities, and communicate with our stakeholders, in safety and with excellence, integrity and respect.
• Operating with integrity and purpose. We conduct our business and interact with our clients, colleagues, communities and environment with integrity, while pursuing environmental improvement and sustainability.
• Strengthening our communities. We serve and are responsible, productive, engaged members of the communities where we live and work.

Vision

Octane Environmental invests in our people, capabilities, equipment, client relationships, and services with the vision of safely, efficiently and effectively sustaining and improving the natural and built environments in which we and our clients and communities operate.

Culture

Octane Environmental company culture can be summed up as “Doing the Right Thing.”As Octane’s Code of Conduct and Business Ethics states, “a company’s reputation for integrity is its most valuable asset and is directly related to the conduct of its officers and employees.”When in doubt, each employee should prioritize “doing the right or ethical thing,” and doing it well.

Examples include but are not limited to:

• Being honest in all actions and communication
• Building and maintaining trust with colleagues and clients
• Observing the Golden Rule (“Treat others as you wish to be treated”) in dealing with colleagues, supervisors, direct-reports and clients (be willing to help; don’t wait to be asked to help)
• Completing a task so that it is done thoroughly and correctly
• Complying with Octane’s, regulators’ and our clients’ policies, rules, requirements and all laws
• Raising one’s hand/ seeking help/ asking questions sooner rather than later
• Addressing problems – or issues of risk or concern – with one’s manager or HR
• Communicating status, questions, challenges earlier rather than later
• Respecting the property, time, personal boundaries and priorities of others
• Collaborating with your colleagues to achieve mutual goals
• Arriving early to be on time
• Committing to self-improvement (completing the certification courses, seeking information on self‑improvement for required tasks)
• Observing and complying with all the requirements and policies in Octane’s Code of Conduct and Business Ethics and the Octane DOT and NON‑DOT Drug and Alcohol Plan and Policies.

Our Values

As a company and as individuals, Octane commits to observing, upholding and continuously implementing these core values so that we are constantly building trust and credibility:

• Safety:- On the job and while preparing for the job (getting good sleep, adhering to the company’s drug and alcohol policies)- Traveling to and from work sites- While operating and handling equipment- Wearing and adhering to the correct and proper use of PPE- While interacting with all client and Octane personnel*
• Integrity, including:- Honesty in all interactions, internal and external- Open and proactive communication with each other, our clients, our stakeholders, our regulators and our communities- Compliance with the letter and spirit of Octane’s and our clients’ policies, rules, requirements- Adherence to and compliance with all ethical standards, laws and regulations- Recording time, expenditures and tasks honestly- Operating and executing so that our colleagues and clients trust us. Octane’s people do not exploit situations or services for personal or private financial or in‑kind gain.
• Excellence, including:- Performing each task with the highest standards, thoroughness and efficiency- Committing to and delivering the highest quality in all tasks and services great and small, for each other and our clients- Being accountable for upholding our commitments and taking responsibility for our actions, individual and corporate- Thinking to anticipate the next step or need, proactively considering issues and seeking guidance, maintaining a risk-averting mindset
• Environmental sustainability, which means Octane commits to preserving, improving and sustaining the natural and physical environments of our work sites.
• Collaboration and cooperation with each other and with on‑site clients to achieve the goals set forth in each task or project.

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