Environmental Field Technician

Vertex Resource Group Ltd.; Carlsbad (CA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental insurance

Company Paid Time Off (PTO)

Retirement savings plans (401k)

Excellent company culture

Job summary

Vertex Resource Group Ltd. is seeking an Environmental Field Technician in Carlsbad, New Mexico. The successful candidate will support environmental projects in the oil and gas industry, requiring a Bachelor's degree in environmental studies and skills in communication and MS Office.

This role involves project coordination, field technician support, and compliance with environmental regulations, emphasizing both independent work and teamwork. Vertex values cultural fit, offering benefits like medical insurance and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in environmental studies or a related field is essential.
• Strong knowledge of applicable environmental regulations in oil and gas.
• Experience in both fieldwork and writing environmental documentation.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical field support for oil and gas environmental projects.
• Assist in spill response and environmental monitoring.
• Coordinate projects while ensuring compliance with regulations.

Skills

Environmental consulting understanding

Environmental writing and communication

Proficient MS Office

Ability to work independently

Field and office experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in environmental studies or related field

Tools

Trimble GPS

Job description

Overview

Vertex Resources Services Inc. is currently accepting applications for an Environmental Field Technician to work in Carlsbad, New Mexico.

The successful candidate will bring an understanding with basic practical experience with field work, report writing, client relationships and project coordination. The Environmental Field Technician will assist our environmental team in conducting environmental projects primarily within the oil and gas industry across North America.

CANDIDATE QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in environmental studies, agricultural, rangelands, natural resources, or closely related field. Agricultural and/or range science are a strong asset.
• Understanding of the environmental consulting industry
• Knowledge of upstream oil and gas, and infrastructure industries required
• Understanding of technical and/or field experience preparing environmental documentation
• Experience working in field and office environments an asset.
• Knowledge of applicable environmental and energy sector regulations, standards, and codes
• Strong environmental writing and communication skills
• Proficient MS Office experience (Word, Excel)
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Willing and able to travel

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide technical field support on environmental projects within the oil and gas industry of the United States. Project types include but are not limited to:
• Spill Response
• Environmental Planning & Permitting
• Environmental Monitoring & Inspection
• Remediation
• Reclamation
• Water Well & Groundwater assessments
• Regulatory submissions
• Drilling Services (Drilling Waste & Well Abandonment)
• Air Services

• Provide field level technician support including:
• Trimble GPS Utilization
• Soil Sampling
• Lab Analysis - Chain of Custody
• Water Sampling

• Responsible for project coordination, cost control and project scoping to ensure effectively versatile solutions are developed to meet client’s regulatory needs and budgets
• Responsible for both field and office execution of environmental projects with an emphasis on field work
• Perform other duties as needed

LOCATION INFORMATION

This position is based out of the Vertexoffice in Carlsbad, New Mexico

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• Compensation is commensurate with education and experience
• Medical and dental insurance
• Company Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Retirement savings plans (401k)
• Excellent company culture

APPLY NOW

With a track record of success, Vertex provides a fast-paced environment where people thrive. We recognize that each member brings a valuable skillset to the Vertex team and we make health, safety and community well-being a priority by supporting numerous endeavors at each of our locations across North America.

At Vertex, we value teamwork through collaboration and provide support across the entire organization. If you think you have what it takes to play for the Vertex team, please apply.

We would like to thank all applicants for their interest in this position; however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.