Environmental Field Technician

True Environmental; Cañon City (CO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Ensero Solutions in Canon City, CO is seeking an Environmental Field Technician to support sampling and monitoring at a former mine site. You will collect groundwater, surface water, soils, vegetation, and air samples, and prepare them for shipment.

The role requires strong organization, problem-solving, hands-on technical ability, and teamwork, plus comfortable use of Microsoft Office and field equipment. Safety PPE adherence and accurate field records are essential.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent; technical diploma is a plus.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities.
• Hands-on, field-oriented technician with teamwork.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct environmental sampling of groundwater, surface water, soils, vegetation, and air.
• Prepare samples for shipment and maintain field records.
• Maintain and calibrate sampling equipment; inspect pumping systems.
• Ensure site safety and PPE compliance.
• Provide office support as needed.
• Lead maintenance of pumps and environmental systems.
• Identify improvements for efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
• Assist with special projects and other duties.

Skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Hands-on experience

Teamwork

Communication skills

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Technical diploma or relevant work experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Ensero Solutions is an environmental consulting and remediation business with specific expertise in environmental assessments, permitting, regulatory and compliance services, active/passive water treatment, mine water management, and turnkey remediation services for the mining industry and broader industrial sectors. At Ensero, we get the opportunity to make a positive impact on the environment and people’s lives. We’re building a culture where people can grow their careers and are challenged to solve our client’s toughest environmental problems.

Environmental Field Technician

Cañon City, CO - Full-Time Permanent

About the Role

Reporting to the Site Supervisor, this role is responsible for environmental sampling and monitoring at a former mine site near Canon City, CO. The sampling will involve different environmental media and the monitoring of the project site.

• Environmental sampling including groundwater, surface water, soils, vegetation, and air samples.
• Prepare samples for shipment.
• Documentation and proper filing of field records.
• Minor maintenance and daily calibration checks of sampling equipment.
• Pumping system inspections and totalizer readings.
• Ensure the cleanliness/safety of the site and use of proper Personal Protective Equipment.
• Related office tasks, including filing and reception on as a needed basis.
• Lead general care and maintenance activities for pumps and other environmental systems.
• Identify and recommend improvements to ensure assigned functions are efficient and cost-effective.
• Special projects as required.
• All other related duties as required.
• High School diploma or equivalent. Technical diploma or relevant work experience is a plus.
• Strong organizational skills, problem-solving, hands-on technical abilities; and teamwork.
• Computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite.
• Effective written and oral communication.
• Knowledge of maintenance and operation of mechanical equipment or systems.

Ensero has offices in Canada (Saskatoon, Vancouver and Whitehorse) and the US (Denver), and is well established as an innovative leader in regulatory, environmental management, water treatment, remediation technologies, and facility operations. We believe in giving you the opportunity to learn and to help make an impact on the sustainability of the environment.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.