Environmental Field Technician

Alliance Source Testing, LLC; Decatur (AL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Alliance Source Testing, LLC in Decatur, Alabama is seeking candidates pursuing a degree in Environmental Science, Chemistry, or a related field for field testing roles. Preferred candidates will have QSTI certifications and a solid understanding of source testing methods, safety protocols, and the ability to work at heights.

This role involves significant travel (85-98% of the time) and requires candidates to manage field testing responsibilities, while ensuring compliance and accuracy in testing methods.

Alliance Source Testing offers a collaborative work environment that values professional conduct and a strong team-oriented approach.

Qualifications

• QSTI Certification preferred.
• Field experience with EPA, SW-846, NCASI, etc. and hands-on experience in testing methods.
• Must have the ability to pass a DOT physical and maintain a clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate knowledge of source testing methods.
• Travel significantly, requiring multiple overnight stays.
• Exemplify professional and ethical conduct in all representations.

Skills

QSTI Certification

Environmental Science

Laboratory analysis and methodologies

Technical writing

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Communication with regulators

Education

BS in Environmental Science or Related Degree

Job description

Alliance Source Testing is focused solely on providing accurate and consistentsource testing solutionsthat allow our partners to make informed decisions and succeed responsibly.

We provideStack Testing Servicesto partners with permit, MACT, or NSPS testing requirements;CEMS Evaluationsin support of Part 60, 63 and 75 programs;Onsite Analytical Servicesin support of testing projects including FTIR, GC/FID, GC/FPD, IC, gravimetric and multiple titrations; andFugitive Emissions Evaluationsin support of LDAR and Greenhouse Gas monitoring programs.

Specializing in compliance, engineering and performance specification testing… Stack Testing is Our Business!

Job Description

The ideal candidate for this position will be pursuing a degree in Environmental Science, Chemistry, Biology, or related degree. Candidates possessing QSTI certifications are preferred. All field testing employees are encouraged to seek QSTI certification.

The goal of the SES QSTI exam and abilities assessment is to determine whether the candidate demonstrates knowledge and the ability to apply source testing methods and fundamental engineering and chemistry principles in a manner consistent with that of a field test team leader. In addition to thorough and practical knowledge of source testing methods, those principles include an understanding of elementary physical gas laws and chemistry, basics of safety and hazardous material handling, and primary theories of source testing (e.g., isokinetic and proportional sampling).

The candidate is expected to exemplify and demonstrate professional and ethical conduct not only during the exam process but also in representing SES as a QSTI.

Alliance Source Testing provides stack testing services for a variety of reasons including, but not limited to, the following:

• Permit Compliance Demonstrations
• Part 60 & Part 75 CEMS Evaluations (RATA, CGA, Linearity)
• PM CEMS Evaluations (RCA, RRA, ACA)
• PM10 and PM2.5 Testing
• Mercury CEMS Evaluations
• Mercury Testing
• Boiler/Turbine/Engine Tuning & Optimization
• Process Evaluations & Optimization
• Control System Evaluations & Optimization
• Destruction/Reduction Efficiency Evaluations
• Particle Size Evaluations
• Modeling Support
• Greenhouse Gas Testing
• Analytical Lab Services

Alliance Source Testing provides Part 60, Part 63, and Part 75 continuous emissions monitoring system (CEMS) evaluations and relative accuracy test audits (RATA) for PM and Mercury CEMS for industrial customers, equipment suppliers, and third-party CEMS integrators.

Qualifications

QSTI Certification Preferred -

BS in Environmental Science or Related Degree Field. Academic knowledge of EPA, SW-846, NCASI, etc, and testing methods. Field experience with EPA, SW-846, NCASI, etc. and hands‑on experience in testing methods, knowledge and demonstrated experience with laboratory analysis and methodologies, technical writing, regulatory interpretation, demonstrated knowledge of MS Word, Excel, Outlook, and with Adobe, Demonstrated skill in communicating with craft/trade employees, regulators & governmental representatives, as well as senior executive level client representatives. Demonstrated knowledge of basic mechanical and electrical terminology and troubleshooting.

Must be willing and capable of significant travel requiring multiple overnight stays - travel required 85% to 98% of work schedule. Must have the ability to lift objects up to 75 lbs, climb to heights of up to 350 feet, operate hand tools with dexterity, and distinguish between shades of color. Must have the ability to pass a DOT physical, a national criminal background, and have/maintain a clean driving record.

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.