Environmental Field Technician

GHD; Durango (CO); On-site; USD 43,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K

Paid time off

Holiday pay

Wellness benefit

Job summary

GHD in Durango, CO seeks an Environmental Field Technician to support remediation and O&M projects across the region. You will perform field sampling, collect data, and assist with site inspections on diverse job sites.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma, 5+ years of environmental field experience, and a willingness to work overtime. Valid driver’s license and safety certifications are preferred; HAZWOPER is a plus.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED required; college degree in environmental field is a plus.
• 5+ years of environmental field experience
• Good electrical and mechanical maintenance skills
• Willingness to perform field work
• Willingness to work overtime
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record
• OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER certification is a plus

Responsibilities

• O&M of soil and groundwater remediation systems
• Mechanical, and electrical troubleshooting
• Data collection
• Site inspections and system performance sampling
• Equipment and chemical inventory
• Jobsite housekeeping
• Perform field sampling of soil, groundwater, surface water, sediment, vapor, etc.
• Collection of detailed field notes and oral communication
• Coordination with contractors and service providers and oversight of contractor activities
• Provide support and oversight to other field activities as needed
• Coordination with project team, local stakeholders, and client

Skills

Field sampling

Data collection

Maintenance

Electrical troubleshooting

Overtime willingness

Driving license

HAZWOPER

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Our US Central Environmental business is looking for an Environmental Field Technician to join their field team in Durango, CO. As a technician, you will support a variety of remediation and O&M projects throughout the region.

Working with an energetic and high performing team, this position offers a variety of work and will see you involved in:

• Operation and Maintenance (O&M) of soil and groundwater remediation systems, which may include:
• Mechanical, and electrical, troubleshooting and maintenance
• Data collection
• Site inspections and system performance sampling
• Equipment and chemical Inventory
• Jobsite housekeeping
• Perform field sampling of soil, groundwater, surface water, sediment, vapor, etc. in accordance with applicable standards
• Collection of detailed field notes and excellent oral communication
• Coordination with contractors and service providers and oversight of contractor activities
• Provide support and oversight to other field activities as needed
• Coordination with project team, local stakeholders, and client

What you will bring to the team:

• High School Diploma/GED required; College degree is a plus especially if in environmental related field (e.g., geology, wastewater operations, environmental science)
• 5 plus years of environmental field experience
• Must possess good electrical and mechanical maintenance and troubleshooting skills
• Ability and willingness to perform field work
• Ability and willingness to work overtime as required
• Valid driver's license and clear driving record
• OSHA 40hour HAZWOPER Certification is a plus

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Salary: $31.26 - $52.10, varies based on experience and location.

Benefits:

• 401K - Employees are eligible to participate on the first day of the month following 3 months of service
• Paid time off - Our PTO benefit is designed to provide eligible employees with a period of rest and relaxation, sick, and personal time throughout the year. PTO starts at 16 days per year and increases with years of service
• Holiday Pay - Holiday pay is provided for eligible employees. GHD observes 9 holidays per year. Holiday pay will be based on the regular set schedule for the employee
• Wellness Benefit- Regular full-term employees are eligible to participate in the wellness reimbursement program. GHD will reimburse 50% of the cost of the following to maximum of $250.00 reimbursement annually for such items as: Health club membership fees, Home exercise equipment purchases, Bicycles, Race, run & marathon entrance fees, Smoking cessation programs, Weight loss programs (i.e.-Weight Watchers, Jenny Craig), Fitbits and Fitness Tracking devices

As a multicultural organization, we encourage individual achievement and recognize the strength of a diverse workforce. GHD is an equal opportunity employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants without regard to race; color; religion; genetic information; national origin; sex (including same sex); sexual orientation; gender identity; pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; age; disability or handicap; citizenship status; service member status; or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.