Environmental Field Tech 1

7H6 Pace Analytical Services, LLC; Altoona (PA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401K retirement savings

Paid time off

HSA

Job summary

Pace Analytical Services is seeking a Field Technician I in Altoona, PA to join our environmental testing team. The role involves travel to customer sites, collecting and testing samples (air, soil, water), and performing field services with strict safety and documentation practices.

The schedule is Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–4:00 PM, supporting ongoing programs and data quality initiatives. Ideal candidates have a high school diploma, willingness to travel, and a valid driver’s license; prior

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 1 year of experience in a laboratory or environmental setting preferred.
• The ability to travel with some overnight stays and a valid driver’s license are required.

Responsibilities

• Travel to customer and environmental testing sites.
• Collect, process and test environmental samples (air, soil, water, and related media).
• Perform field services using standard environmental practices and document results.
• Prepare vehicles and equipment for daily field operations.
• Maintain logs, forms, databases, and other documentation accurately and timely.
• Support review and implementation of field/environmental programs to meet needs.

Skills

Travel ability

Lab/field experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

1 year lab/environmental experience preferred

Job description

Overview

Shift: Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM Are you ready to work making the world a safer, healthier place? Join our mission to continuously move science forward; to innovate and advance all aspects of our business to improve the health and safety of our communities and lives. Field Technician I Compensation: $16.00 per hour Hours: Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM The salary for this position reflects a variety of factors. Compensation will be determined based on the candidate’s geographic location, relevant experience, education, skills, and alignment with internal equity. Market conditions, budgetary considerations, and organizational compensation guidelines may also influence the final offer.

Make an Impact. Build a Career. At Pace®, everything we do is built upon an unwavering commitment to making the world a safer, healthier place. Since 1978, we’ve continued developing innovative practices that drive sustainability and empower our partners with accurate quality data at every critical moment and milestone. That's why we need you -- your curiosity, your talents, and your drive -- to help us advance this important work, and your career. We’re seeking curious, motivated individuals who are passionate about protecting our environment and the communities we serve. If you’re looking to develop your skills, contribute to meaningful scientific work, and build a long‑term career in environmental science, Pace® could be the perfect place for you.

Job Responsibilities

• Travel to customer and environmental testing sites
• Collect, process and test environmental samples, including air, soil, water, and related media
• Perform field services using standard environmental support practices, including sample collection, test kit completion, and documentation of results
• Pick up, transport, and deliver samples, documents, materials, and results as required
• Prepare vehicles for daily field operations, including instruments, supplies, kits, materials, documentation, and safety equipment
• Complete and maintain logs, forms, databases, and other documentation accurately and timely
• Assist with research and recommendations to resolve operational, customer, or employee issues
• Support the review and implementation of field/environmental programs to meet operational and organizational needs
• Assist with ensuring compliance with applicable laws, rules, and regulations; elevate issues when needed
• Contribute to team effectiveness by offering suggestions for improvements
• Promote Pace Analytical’s mission through professional, courteous, and cooperative interactions with customers and coworkers

What You’ll Bring

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Experience in related work preferred, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
• One year of experience in a laboratory or environmental setting is preferred
• The ability to travel with some overnight stays
• Licenses and Certifications Valid driver’s license
• Continued employment is contingent upon maintaining all required licenses and certifications in active status

Find Your Place at Pace - We need you - your curiosity, your talents, and your drive - to help us advance this important work.

Benefits

Benefits When you join Pace®, you commit to work that makes a positive impact on our communities and our world. We commit to supporting you with benefits and perks that make a positive impact on your life.

• Full-time roles are eligible for our comprehensive benefits program which includes competitive salaries, medical, dental vision, 401K retirement savings plan (100% vested immediately in the employer match), life, disability and voluntary benefits, paid time off for holiday, sick and vacation days, HSA, wellness program, flexible spending accounts, tuition reimbursement, Employee Assistance program, parental leave, optional legal coverage and ID theft.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Equal Opportunity Employer Pace® provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, creed, color, religion, genetics, protected veteran status, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Pace® makes the world a safer, healthier place. We partner with clients to provide the service, science, and laboratory data needed to make critical decisions that benefit us all. Through a nationwide laboratory network, Pace® advances the science of businesses, industries, consulting firms, government agencies, and others. More at PACELABS.com.