Environmental Field Technician (CSST)

Terraphaseengineeringinc; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Terraphase Engineering is seeking an Environmental Field Technician to support projects involving hazardous materials, health & safety assessments, and environmental sampling. This role is based in the Oakland, Sacramento, or Los Angeles offices.

The ideal candidate will have a degree in a science-related field and relevant certifications, with at least 2 years’ experience in hazardous material consulting. The position offers a pay range of $70,000 – $85,000 USD based on experience.

Qualifications

• Cal/OSHA Certified Asbestos Consultant (CAC) or Certified Site Surveillance Technician (CSST) certification required.
• OSHA 40-Hour HAZWOPER and 10/30-Hour Construction Safety certifications preferred.
• 2+ years’ experience as a hazardous building materials technician or environmental field technician.

Responsibilities

• Conduct health & safety assessments and monitoring for hazardous materials.
• Perform environmental site assessment sampling (air, soil, water).
• Prepare reports and documentation of field operations.

Skills

Environmental consulting

Hazardous materials assessment

Health and safety policies

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Education

College degree in a science-related field

Job description

Terraphase offers cost-effective solutions to complex environmental and engineering challenges. We listen to our clients and focus on their needs.

Description

Terraphase Engineering is seeking an Environmental Field Technician to join our growing team in the Oakland, Los Angeles or Sacramento offices. In this role, you'll work alongside experienced environmental professionals on a variety of field projects involving hazardous building materials, industrial hygiene, environmental sampling, and remediation oversight. This is an excellent opportunity to build your technical expertise while supporting meaningful projects that protect human health and the environment.

The Role

• Ensure Health and Safety is the number one goal by following policies, processes, and acting in a safe manner at all times.
• Gain experience in environmental consulting, focusing on building related hazardous materials and industrial hygiene services, including surveys and assessments of asbestos, lead, mold, indoor air quality, and other hazardous materials, as well as industrial hygiene investigations.
• Conduct building related environmental, indoor air quality, and health & safety assessments, and assist with project design and monitoring contractor activities during remediation projects. The position will focus on asbestos, lead, mold, water intrusion, and indoor air quality projects.
• Conduct environmental site assessment sampling (air, soil, soil vapor, surface water, and groundwater).
• Technicians will spend the majority of their time at project sites in their respective areas and occasionally throughout California, and will also prepare reports and other project documents related to field operations.
• Maintain accurate field logs and documentation of sampling and monitoring activities.
• Work with minimal supervision, learn quickly, and possess excellent problem‑solving skills.
• Work with project managers to ensure projects are completed on time and within budget.

Who You Are

• Cal/OSHA Certified Asbestos Consultant (CAC) or Certified Site Surveillance Technician (CSST) certification (Required).
• College degree (BS, MS, MPH) in a science‑related field is required.
• Energetic and interested in building science and systems as well as environmental health & safety concerns.
• 2+ years’ experience working as a hazardous building materials technician or environmental field technician.
• OSHA 40‑Hour HAZWOPER and 10/30‑Hour Construction Safety certifications or ability to obtain.
• CDPH Lead Inspector/Assessor or Sampling Technician or ability to obtain.
• Worked in construction, environmental consulting, or industrial hygiene fields.
• A valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Willing to travel to perform field work.
• Willing to perform work in “off‑hours” (weekends and night work).

Compensation for this position is based on years of experience, technical expertise, technical education, and geographic location. Pay Range: $70,000 – $85,000 USD.

Terraphase is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to an inclusive & diverse work environment where individual strengths and diverse viewpoints are respected and complement each other to achieve common goals. (EOE M/V/F/D)