Entry-Level EHS Field Technician - Environmental Testing

J.S. Held LLC; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work flexibility

Flexible time off

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401k match

Commuter benefit

Job summary

J.S. Held is seeking a motivated Field Technician to join our Industrial Hygiene & Built Environment practice in Phoenix, Arizona.

This role involves performing field-based environmental testing, hazardous materials assessments, and supporting remediation, compliance, and industrial hygiene projects across a variety of commercial, industrial, and public-sector client sites. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience conducting environmental sampling and inspections, strong documentation

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Occupational Health, Industrial Hygiene, Construction Management or related field preferred.
• Minimum of 1–3 years of environmental, industrial hygiene, hazardous materials, construction, or field services experience.
• Experience conducting environmental sampling, inspections, or field investigations.
• Familiarity with asbestos, lead-based paint, mold, IAQ or hazardous materials projects.
• Ability to document field activities and prepare clear field records.
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and in team environments.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds and travel regularly to project sites throughout Arizona.

Responsibilities

• Conduct on-site environmental inspections and monitoring for hazardous materials including asbestos, lead-based paint, mold, and indoor environmental concerns.
• Perform air, bulk, wipe, water, and surface sampling following regulatory standards and project protocols.
• Support IAQ assessments, moisture mapping, and environmental condition evaluations.
• Assist with building surveys, hazard identification, and field investigations under supervision of Project Managers and Industrial Hygienists.
• Complete daily field documentation: notes, reports, photos, chain-of-custody, sampling records.
• Support remediation and abatement projects through contractor oversight and clearance sampling.
• Maintain, calibrate, and troubleshoot field equipment for accurate data collection.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, and Arizona requirements; promote a safe work environment.
• Collaborate with project managers and staff to support project execution.
• Assist with inventory management, equipment maintenance, and general field operations.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Documentation skills

Physical stamina

Driving/Travel

Education

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science or related field

Job description

J.S. Held is seeking a motivated Field Technician to join our Industrial Hygiene & Built Environment practice in Phoenix, Arizona.

This role involves performing field-based environmental testing, hazardous materials assessments, and supporting remediation, compliance, and industrial hygiene projects across a variety of commercial, industrial, and public-sector client sites. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience conducting environmental sampling and inspections, strong documentation