Environmental Field Technician

GHD; Golden (CO); On-site; USD 89,572,929 - 149,287,756; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

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. You will operate and maintain soil and groundwater remediation systems and perform field sampling to monitor performance.

The role requires a high school diploma, 5+ years of environmental field experience, and a valid driver's license. Overtime availability and HAZWOPER certification are advantageous. Competitive pay and benefits offered.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of environmental field experience.
• OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER certification is a plus.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Willingness and ability to perform field work.
• Willingness and ability to work overtime as required.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain soil and groundwater remediation systems, including mechanical and electrical troubleshooting.
• Collect data, conduct site inspections, and sample for system performance.
• Inventory equipment and chemicals.
• Maintain jobsite housekeeping.
• Perform field sampling of soil, groundwater, surface water, sediment, vapor, etc. per applicable standards.
• Record detailed field notes and provide oral communication.
• Coordinate with contractors, service providers, and oversee contractor activities.
• Support and oversee other field activities as needed.
• Coordinate with project team, local stakeholders, and clients.

Skills

Field experience

Electrical and mechanical maintenance

Overtime willingness

Driver's license

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Environmental Field Technician

Location: Durango, CO. Join our US Central Environmental business as a field technician supporting remediation and O&M projects.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain soil and groundwater remediation systems, including mechanical and electrical troubleshooting.
• Collect data, conduct site inspections, and sample for system performance.
• Inventory equipment and chemicals.
• Maintain jobsite housekeeping.
• Perform field sampling of soil, groundwater, surface water, sediment, vapor, etc. per applicable standards.
• Record detailed field notes and provide oral communication.
• Coordinate with contractors, service providers, and oversee contractor activities.
• Support and oversee other field activities as needed.
• Coordinate with project team, local stakeholders, and clients.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED required; college degree in environmental related field (geology, wastewater operations, environmental science) is a plus.
• 5+ years of environmental field experience.
• Strong electrical and mechanical maintenance and troubleshooting skills.
• Willingness and ability to perform field work.
• Willingness and ability to work overtime as required.
• Valid driver’s license with clear driving record.
• OSHA 40‑hour HAZWOPER certification is a plus.

Salary: $31.26 – $52.10 per hour, varying based on experience and location.

Benefits

• 401(k) – eligible to participate on the first day of the month following 3 months of service.
• Paid time off: starting at 16 days per year, increasing with service.
• Holiday pay: 9 holidays per year.
• Wellness benefit: up to $250 annually for eligible items such as health club fees, home exercise equipment, bicycles, race or marathon entrance fees, smoking cessation programs, and fitness 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.