Environmental Field Technician: Brownfield Investigations & Sampling

Tetra Tech; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

401k retirement plan

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Learning and development

Job summary

Tetra Tech is seeking a full-time Environmental Field Technician for our Cincinnati, Ohio team. The role supports field investigations for brownfield redevelopment projects across the Midwest, including sampling and environmental assessments.

The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills, the ability to work independently or in a team, and readiness to travel. A valid driver's license and willingness to work in various field conditions are required.

Qualifications

• 3–8+ years of environmental consulting or related field experience.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills (written and verbal).
• Must be highly motivated, customer focused, and work well in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform field data collection: soil, groundwater, sediment, drinking water, soil gas, and indoor air sampling.
• Conduct Phase I/II assessments, UST closures, and remediation investigations.
• Oversee subcontractors during surveys, drilling, and abatement activities.
• Provide emergency response support and on-call remediation guidance to clients.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Teamwork

Driving

Education

B.S./B.A. in Geology, Environmental Science, or related field

Tools

Soil boring equipment

Monitoring wells

Soil gas probes

Job description

Tetra Tech is seeking a full-time Environmental Field Technician for our Cincinnati, Ohio team. The role supports field investigations for brownfield redevelopment projects across the Midwest, including sampling and environmental assessments.

The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills, the ability to work independently or in a team, and readiness to travel. A valid driver's license and willingness to work in various field conditions are required.