Environmental Field Technician

EFI Global; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, 401k and more

Job summary

EFI Global in Los Angeles is seeking an environmental field technician to support field investigations and environmental due diligence projects. You will work with scientists, senior field technicians, and forensic experts on site, collecting data, taking notes, photos, and assisting with reports.

The role emphasizes following established methodologies, maintaining client relationships, and collaborating with contractors.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in environmental science, Microbiology, Industrial Hygiene, or related science preferred.
• Must have a valid driver's license with clean driving history.
• OSHA HAZWOPER training preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform fieldwork for due diligence and hazardous inventory service lines.
• Documents and maintains billable hours on a time and expense basis for external clients.
• Gathers detailed notes and photographs of site observations during fieldwork.
• Prepares inspection reports based on scientific findings and scope of work per project.
• Follows industry standard methodologies for service performance.
• Develops and maintains positive relationships with clients, colleagues, subcontractors and prospects.
• Assists and observes contractor work and interacts with clients and subcontractor representatives.

Skills

Excellent oral and written comms

Strong organizational skills

Analytical and interpretive skills

Problem solving skills

Ability to manage multiple projects

Teamwork and independence

Ability to meet performance standards

Education

Associate's degree in environmental science or related field

High school diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

EFI Global is a full-service engineering, fire investigation, environmental, health and safety, and specialty consulting services firm serving a variety of industries in both the public and private sectors. Over the last four decades, we have grown from a boutique firm specializing in handling insurance fraud and arson cases and providing expert witness testimony, into a recognized global leader in engineering failure analysis, origin-and-cause investigations, environmental consulting, laboratory testing and specialty consulting. Our forensic investigation, engineering and environmental services teams around the world share a dedication to expertise, quality and demonstrating to customers that caring counts®. Each of our more than 700 professional engineers, fire investigators, architects and scientists was selected for their technical proficiency, in-depth industry knowledge and commitment to professional integrity. Together, our diverse backgrounds and collective insights empower clients to make better-informed business decisions. EFI’s combination of global solutions and local expertise has earned the firm a reputation for delivering timely responses that consistently meet our clients’ expectations—anytime, anywhere.

PRIMARY PURPOSE:

To provide field services and collaborates with scientists, Sr. Environmental Field Technicians, and forensic experts on environmental investigation projects to provide consulting services to clients regarding environmental due diligence issues in accordance with assignments from clients or assigned legal counsel.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS And RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform fieldwork for due diligence and hazardous inventory service lines.
• Documents and maintains billable hours on a time and expense basis, as applicable, for services rendered for external clients.
• Gathers detailed notes, takes photographs of site observations during fieldwork.
• Prepares inspection reports based on scientific findings and scope of work per project.
• Follows industry acceptable methodology for performance of services.
• Develops and maintains positive relationships with clients, colleagues, subcontractors and prospects.
• Assists and observes contractor work on projects and interact with clients and contractor or subcontractor representatives accordingly.

ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Supports the organization's quality program(s).

QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION & LICENSING

• Associate's degree in environmental science, Microbiology, Industrial Hygiene, or related science from an accredited college or university preferred.
• Must have a valid driver’s license with clean driving history.
• OSHA Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response (HAZWOPER) training is preferred.

EXPERIENCE

High school diploma and two (2) years of experience or equivalent combination of experience and education required.

SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE

• Knowledge and understanding of current industry standards, regulations, techniques, and equipment for performance of EHS services.
• Excellent oral and written communication
• PC literate, including Microsoft Office products
• Good organizational skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Analytical and interpretive skills
• Problem solving skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects and set priorities
• Ability to work independently or in a team environment
• Ability to meet or exceed Performance Competencies

WORK ENVIRONMENT

When applicable and appropriate, consideration will be given to reasonable accommodations.

MENTAL:

Clear and conceptual thinking ability; excellent judgment, troubleshooting, problem solving, analysis, and discretion; ability to handle work-related stress; ability to handle multiple priorities simultaneously; and ability to meet deadlines

PHYSICAL

• Must be able to stand and/or walk for long periods of time.
• Must be able to kneel, squat or bend.
• Must be able to work outdoors in hot and/or cold weather conditions.
• Have the ability to climb, crawl, stoop, kneel, reaching/working overhead,
• Be able lift/carry up to 50 pounds
• Be able to push/pull up to 100 pounds.
• Be able to drive up to 4 hours per day.

AUDITORY/VISUAL:

Hearing, vision and talking

NOTE:

Credit security clearance, confirmed via a background credit check, is required for this position.

As required by law, Sedgwick provides a reasonable range of compensation for roles that may be hired in jurisdictions requiring pay transparency in job postings. Actual compensation is influenced by a wide range of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, and cost of specific location. For the jurisdiction noted in this job posting only, the range of starting pay for this role is ($26.00-$30.00 USD hourly).

• A comprehensive benefits package is offered including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, 401k and matching, PTO, disability and life insurance, employee assistance, flexible spending or health savings account, and other additional voluntary benefits.

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Diego Fair Chance Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, the California Fair Chance Act, and all other applicable laws.

The statements contained in this document are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by a colleague assigned to this description. They are not intended to constitute a comprehensive list of functions, duties, or local variances. Management retains the discretion to add or to change the duties of the position at any time.

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Diego Fair Chance Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, the California Fair Chance Act, and all other applicable laws.

Sedgwick is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace