Entry Level Field Technician - OM&M

SCS Engineers; Modesto (CA); On-site; USD 71,635,000 - 91,693,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company truck

ESOP

401K with employer match

Paid training

Per diem for travel

Safety footwear reimbursement

Paid holidays

Job summary

SCS Engineers in California is seeking a Field Technician I to learn the basics of operation, monitoring, and maintenance of environmental control systems. You’ll report to a senior supervisor and work across the Northern and Bay Area regions, building foundational skills for a career in environmental services.

The role emphasizes safety, data collection, instrument calibration, and collaboration with senior staff to perform tasks and basic repairs.

Qualifications

• 2 years of field experience preferred.
• Willingness to complete a 40-Hour HAZWOPER course; OSHA 29 CFR 1910.120 preferred.
• Basic computer skills: Smartphones, Tablets, and Microsoft Office.
• Valid driver's license in good standing.
• Must meet physical requirements and pass a human performance evaluation.

Responsibilities

• Gains fundamentals of operation, monitoring, and maintenance of environmental control systems.
• Works with senior staff on planning, CAPs, monitoring, and adjustments.
• Performs basic maintenance and repairs under supervision.
• Completes field notes and logs for client communications.
• Calibrates field instruments and handles data with care.
• Participates in data reviews to understand fundamentals.
• Assists with operational adjustments based on data.
• Receives training on tools and equipment for maintenance.
• Assists with removal of landfill liquids pumps.

Skills

Field experience

MS Office

Smartphones

Tablets

Driver's license

Job description

What we are looking for

As a Field Technician I at SCS Engineers, you will gain basic knowledge of the terminology, processes, and equipment used in the operation, maintenance, and monitoring (OM&M) of various environmental control systems, while gaining basic knowledge of health and safety requirements. Your tasks will be straightforward, providing a solid foundation for your career growth. You will report to a senior-level supervisor, such as a Project Superintendent or a Project Manager. We are looking for a Field Technician to service the Northern and Bay areas in California.

How you can make an impact

• Learns and becomes proficient in understanding of and compliance with SCS policies and procedures, with a primary focus on:
  • The SCS Injury and Illness Prevention Plan (IIPP) as it pertains to the SCS Health & Safety program.
  • The SCS Quality Management System as it pertains to the quality of our work; and,
  • The SCS Standards of Business Conduct and Ethics as they pertain to our behavior as employee owners at SCS.

• Focus is on gaining the fundamentals to understand the operation, monitoring, and maintenance of various environmental systems.
• Work with senior staff in the planning and execution of assigned tasks, including daily Crew Activity Plans (CAP), monitoring, and/or adjustment of various environmental control system components.
• At the direction of senior staff, performs basic maintenance and repairs of various environmental control system components.
• Become familiar with the concepts of conducting field observations/actions and report those observations/actions by way of field notes and daily logs, which will be used by others to prepare verbal and written client communications.
• Through training, has gained basic knowledge to utilize field instruments to measure required environmental control system data, including calibration and proper care and handling of field instruments.
• Is required to participate in preliminary review of collected data with supervisor to gain an understanding of the basic fundamentals required to interpret field data.
• Work with senior staff to make operational adjustments to environmental control system components in conjunction with the results of preliminary data reviews.
• Receive training to utilize the appropriate tools, equipment, and materials to maintain and repair environmental control system components.
• Assists Laborers, Field Technician II, Senior Field Technicians, or other staff with removal of landfill liquids pumps.

Qualifications

• 2 years of field experience is preferred.
• Expected to possess or be willing to complete a 40-Hour HAZWOPER Course, OSHA 29 CFR 1910.120 preferred (training will be provided if not current).
• Basic knowledge in the use of various computer/technology skills including Smartphones, Tablets, and Microsoft Office Programs (Teams, Outlook, Word, Excel).
• A valid driver's license with a driving record in good standing is required.
• Must meet physical requirements and pass a human performance evaluation (HPE).
  • Physical requirements include driving (pick-up truck), walking inspection of improved and unimproved property, lifting, and carrying equipment (up to 50 lbs. unassisted), hand excavation/digging (using shovels/picks), carrying, and climbing ladders, operating manlifts and working from man lifts, operating electric tools (drills, saws, etc.), using hand tools (screw drivers, wrenches, hammers, etc.) and providing services under varying weather conditions.

Pay Range

USD $25.00 - USD $32.00 /Hr.

Additional Information

Whether it's reducing methane emissions at agricultural facilities and landfills, repurposing contaminated properties, producing alternative energy, or sequestering carbon, we've been focused on finding smart climate solutions and improving the natural environment since our inception over 50 years ago. Join our 100% employee-owned firm and start creating your own legacy.

As a growing firm, we offer excellent opportunities for career advancement and a comprehensive package, including:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability Insurance
• 100% employer-funded Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) and 401K including employer match
• Student Debt Employer Contribution Program
• Paid holidays, PTO, and Paid Parental Leave
• Safety footwear reimbursement program
• Paid training and all necessary tools and equipment provided
• Per diem for travel for eligible work
• Company truck and cell phone for certain Field Services positions

SCS Engineers is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). SCS provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran or disabled status. If you have questions, difficulty using our online system and/or you need an accommodation due to a disability then please contact us about your interest in employment at [e-mail]