Environmental Field Engineer I: Data-Driven Impact

Verdantas; Elmwood Park (NJ); On-site; USD 68,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Work Environment

Paid Parental Leave

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life and AD&D Insurance

Short-Term and Long-Term Disability

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off + Holidays

Job summary

Verdantas is hiring in New Jersey for field technicians in environmental consulting. The role involves field tasks, data collection, site observations, sample collection, and documenting regulatory compliance. You will support remediation systems and data entry while adhering to company standards.

The ideal candidate has a geology/chemistry/environmental background and 1–3 years of relevant experience, with a valid driver's license and access to a personal vehicle. OSHA HazWoper is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Geology, Chemistry, Environmental Engineering, or related discipline.
• 1–3 years of relevant field experience.
• Ability to conduct fieldwork with some heavy lifting.
• Proficient with MS Office suite of products.
• 40-hour OSHA HAZWOPER training a plus.
• Previous consulting experience is a plus.
• Must have a valid driver's license.
• Must have a personal vehicle for independent transportation to work sites.

Responsibilities

• Perform field tasks, including data collection, measurements, and excavation observation
• Prepare field notes and related documentation in accordance with company standards
• Operate and maintenance of remediation system
• Maintains Excel databases associated with regulatory compliance
• Assists with preparing regulatory submittals, such as permit applications and plans
• Oversees well installations and soil borings
• Collects groundwater, soil, sediment, air, and surface water samples
• Retrieves necessary data using online databases, off-line records, or other means
• Enters collected data into report format using applicable software and company formatting guidelines
• Applies basic knowledge of federal, state, and local regulatory requirements and regulatory programs
• Assist with on-call emergency projects on occasion

Skills

Field data collection

Regulatory knowledge

Documentation

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Geology, Chemistry, Environmental Engineering, or related discipline

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Verdantas is hiring in New Jersey for field technicians in environmental consulting. The role involves field tasks, data collection, site observations, sample collection, and documenting regulatory compliance. You will support remediation systems and data entry while adhering to company standards.

The ideal candidate has a geology/chemistry/environmental background and 1–3 years of relevant experience, with a valid driver's license and access to a personal vehicle. OSHA HazWoper is a plus.