Environmental Field Technician

Verdantas; City of Beacon (NY); On-site; USD 45,460 - 50,971; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Work Environment

Paid Parental Leave

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life and AD&D Insurance

Short-Term and Long-Term Disability

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off + Holidays

Job summary

Verdantas in Beacon, NY is seeking an Environmental Field Technician to support various field-based projects aimed at improving environmental and human health. This role offers hands-on experience, requiring applicants to have relevant field experience and strong mechanical skills. The position pays $33-$37 per hour, based on experience and qualifications. Additional benefits include a flexible work environment, medical and dental coverage, 401(k) with company match, and paid parental leave. Join our mission to create a diverse workforce.

Qualifications

• 5 to 10 years of relevant experience.
• Must be able to carry up to 50 lbs regularly and up to 80 lbs occasionally.
• OSHA 40-hr HAZWOPER training preferred.

Responsibilities

• Sample various media in accordance with procedures.
• Operate various types of field equipment.
• Complete field documentation in a timely manner.
• Observe and document field activities.

Skills

Environmental field experience

Mechanical skills

Troubleshooting aptitude

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associate’s Degree or trade school preferred

Tools

Water level indicators

Turbidity meters

pH meters

Conductivity meters

Job description

Our Beacon, NY office is looking for an Environmental Field Technician who’s eager to support a variety of field-based projects and grow their career while helping improve environmental and human health.

This position offers hands‑on field experience, exposure to diverse site conditions, and the opportunity to learn from multidisciplinary teams while building a strong foundation in environmental consulting.

Our teams value curiosity, hands‑on experience, and professional development, making Verdantas a place where you can build your skills, grow your career, and feel connected to the purpose behind the work you do.

What You'll Do

• Sample various media, including drinking water, soil, groundwater, concrete, asphalt, surface water, sediment, indoor air, and soil vapor in accordance with standard operating procedures
• Operation of various types of field equipment (e.g., water level indicators, turbidity meters, pH and conductivity meters, etc.) in accordance with standard operating procedures
• Operation and maintenance of remediation systems, including groundwater extraction, soil vapor extraction systems, and chemical injection systems
• Completion of field documentation in a timely manner, such as job safety analysis (JSA) forms, project field reports, field notes, monitoring, and chain-of-custody forms
• Perform scheduled tests, observations, and inspections in accordance with applicable test procedures and project requirements
• Assist with field testing to gather data for engineering, hydrogeologic, and scientific evaluations
• Observe and document field activities
• Operate company vehicles, trailers, and equipment

What You Bring

• High School Diploma or equivalent; Associate’s Degree, and/or trade school preferred
• 5 to 10 years of relevant experience
• Environmental field experience is strongly preferred
• Experience working in facilities maintenance, public works, a trade (plumbing, electrical, mechanical, construction, etc.), or similar preferred and considered relevant
• Strong mechanical skills and troubleshooting aptitude preferred
• Must be able to carry up to 50 lbs. regularly and up to 80 lbs. occasionally with or without accommodation, sometimes over substantial distances
• OSHA 40‑hr HAZWOPER training and First Aid/CPR training preferredCapable of working primarily in an outdoor work environment and occasional office environment
• Must have a valid driver’s license
• Must have own vehicle to travel to and from work sites

Salary Range

The compensation range for this position is $33/ hr - $37/ hr, with final compensation determined based on years of experience, qualifications, and licensing status.

Benefits

• Flexible Work Environment
• Paid Parental Leave
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Short‑Term and Long‑Term Disability
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Time Off + Holidays

Verdantas strives to develop new ways to increase diversity awareness within our organization. We recruit and reward our employees based on capability and performance — regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, lifestyle, age, educational background, national origin, religion, or physical ability. For us, it is imperative to build balanced teams from all walks of life and we believe that a diverse workforce is a stronger workforce.

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