Environmental Field Technican

Langan Engineering & Environmental Services; Parsippany-Troy Hills (NJ); On-site; USD 34,440 - 41,328; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off & holidays

Educational reimbursement

Job summary

Langan is seeking an Environmental Field Technician to join our Parsippany, NJ team. You will support field data collection, sampling, and coordination with geotechnical, natural resources, and survey professionals across multiple projects.

You will help operate field systems, collect samples, and assist in compliance with safety and regulatory requirements. The role emphasizes teamwork, mobility to job sites, and growth within a national engineering firm.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent; Associate’s degree preferred.
• Hazwoper Certification and ongoing safety trainings.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• 2+ years’ related experience preferred.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and multi-tasking skills.
• Excellent analytical and judgment capabilities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Valid driver’s license; ability to travel to job sites.

Responsibilities

• Assist with environmental monitoring (water, air, asbestos, lead) using basic field instruments.
• Operate and maintain remedial systems; drills, pumps, electrical equipment.
• Assemble and maintain field equipment; inspect and troubleshoot.
• Collect water samples from streams, lakes, or industrial sources for pollution assessment.
• Provide geotechnical oversight for construction projects.
• Support survey field efforts and field teams.
• Assist wetlands delineation, soils classification, and mapping.
• Become certified to inspect Asbestos Containing Materials remediations.
• Produce timely service reports; perform other duties as needed.

Skills

Microsoft Excel

Attention to detail

Multi-tasking

Analytical thinking

Written and verbal communication

Travel willingness

Independence and teamwork

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Associate’s degree in Engineering Technology/Construction Management or related field (preferred)

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Langan provides expert land development engineering and environmental consulting services for major developers, renewable energy producers, energy companies, corporations, healthcare systems, colleges/universities, and large infrastructure programs throughout the U.S. and around the world. Our employees collaborate seamlessly among 50+ offices and gain valuable hands-on experience that fosters career growth. Langan culture is entrepreneurial from advancing innovative technical solutions, to participating in robust training and knowledge sharing, to making progressive change within the communities we live and work.

Consistently ranked among the top ten “Best Firms to Work For” and Engineering News-Record’s top 50 firms worldwide, Langan attracts and retains the best talent in the industry. Employees thrive at Langan, a firm that fosters an inclusive and supportive work environment for all; prioritizes wellbeing, health, and safety; encourages volunteerism and philanthropy; offers workplace flexibility, along with carbon-neutral office spaces; and empowers individuals to contribute their skills and knowledge to make impactful contributions.

Job Summary

Langan is seeking an Environmental Field Technician to join its collaborative team in Parsippany, NJ. This individual will serve a key function in assisting in environmental field work by collecting field data and samples. In this role, you will have the opportunity to work with a diverse team of top-notch professionals in a variety of geographic areas and regulatory programs, and to collaborate and learn from our multi-disciplinary team of site/civil, geotechnical, survey, and landscape architect professionals on landmark land development projects. The role will additionally provide opportunities to support our Geotechnical, Natural Resources, HAZMAT, and Survey teams. The role will support projects primarily in New Jersey and New York with potential to support projects throughout the US for Langan’s national offices.

Job Responsibilities

• Assist with conducting various types of environmental monitoring (water, air, asbestos, lead) using basic field instruments;
• Operate and maintain various remedial systems; such as drills, pumps, electrical equipment;
• Assemble and maintain field equipment and systems; inspect equipment and troubleshoot as necessary;
• Collect water samples from streams and lakes, raw, semi-processed or processed water, industrial waste water, or water from other sources to assess pollution problem;
• Provide geotechnical oversight for construction projects and investigations for our geotechnical professionals;
• Provide support for survey team field efforts to our team of survey professionals;
• Provide natural resources field support to our team of scientists in wetlands delineation, soils classifications, and mapping of wetlands/waterways;
• Become certified to inspect and perform inspections of Asbestos Containing Materials remediations;
• Produce timely and detailed service reports; and
• Perform other duties as requested.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent. Associate’s degree in Engineering Technology, Construction Management, or related field preferred;
• Hazwoper Certification, maintenance of annual physical and respirator fit test, annual Hazwoper 8 hr. re-certification, as required;
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel;
• 2+ years’ prior related experience preferred;
• Familiarity with AutoCAD preferred;
• Strong attention to detail;
• Ability to multi-task effectively;
• Excellent analytical and judgment capabilities;
• Ability to work well individually and within groups;
• Strong written and verbal communication skills;
• Valid driver’s license in good standing; and
• Ability to travel to various job sites and spend most, if not all of the work day on-site, as-required.

Langan provides a rich array of programs and benefits to help its employees advance their careers and enhance the quality of their lives. Our comprehensive compensation package includes: full-time employment company paid medical, dental, and vision coverage; life insurance, short- and long-term disability insurance, and paid pregnancy disability leave; 401(k)/Roth with company match; paid time off including parental and military leave; employee referral and professional license bonuses; and educational reimbursement.

Langan offers employee resource groups; flexible work schedules; extensive training; wellness programs; buddy and mentoring programs; and much more!

Langan is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans. We believe that an inclusive workplace is essential for the well-being and success of our employees.

Certain US jurisdictions require Langan to include an estimate of salary or hourly ranges. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as related work experience, location, market conditions, education/training, certifications and other credentials, as well as applicable knowledge and skills. Certain roles may be eligible for overtime and participation in the firm's annual bonus and performance review program. Bonuses are discretionary and based on individual job performance and the profitability of the firm. Employees are also eligible to receive up to 20 days of paid vacation time, 10 days of paid sick time and 10 paid holidays throughout the year. Eligibility and actual paid time off may vary based on local law and factors such as hours worked, related work experience and level.

Pay Range

$25—$30 USD

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