Environmental Field Tech I: Impactful Sampling & Travel

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

Job summary

Pace® Analytical Services is seeking a Field Technician I to support environmental sampling and testing across air, soil, and water. Join a team dedicated to protecting communities and delivering accurate data.

You will travel to customer sites, collect and test samples, and maintain logs and safety protocols. A high school diploma is required, with preferred lab or environmental experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Experience in a laboratory or environmental setting is preferred.
• Ability to travel with some overnight stays.

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.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Pace® Analytical Services is seeking a Field Technician I to support environmental sampling and testing across air, soil, and water. Join a team dedicated to protecting communities and delivering accurate data.

You will travel to customer sites, collect and test samples, and maintain logs and safety protocols. A high school diploma is required, with preferred lab or environmental experience.