Environmental Field Technician - Remediation & Field Ops

Planet Group; New Braunfels (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Benefits Package

Job summary

The Planet Group is seeking a Field Services Technician to support remediation, hazardous materials handling, and environmental site operations across local and regional client sites. The ideal candidate will be safety-focused, mechanically inclined, and able to work independently or as part of a field team in dynamic industrial settings.

Pay is $20–$22/hour with overtime; contract-to-hire after 6 months. Role offers hands-on training, opportunities for career growth, and a competitive benefits

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 1+ year of experience in remediation, construction, industrial services, environmental services, or related field preferred.
• Valid driver''''s license with clean driving record preferred.
• Ability to work in field and warehouse environments under varying weather conditions.
• Willingness to travel locally and out of town as needed.
• Ability to wear and maintain required PPE and follow strict safety procedures.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Mechanical aptitude and ability to operate tools and equipment safely.
• OSHA HAZWOPER 40-hour certification required or ability to obtain and maintain certification.
• Confined Space Entry & Rescue certification is a plus.
• Active HAZWOPER 24- or 40-hour certification strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate trucks, equipment, and tools to support field service operations.
• Load, unload, transport, package, and organize hazardous and non-hazardous materials.
• Support remediation and environmental cleanup activities.
• Maintain compliance with all OSHA and company safety procedures.
• Assist with site preparation, material handling, and equipment operation.
• Monitor equipment functionality and report maintenance needs.
• Support warehouse and field housekeeping efforts.
• Travel to customer sites locally and out of town as needed.
• Represent the company professionally with customers, vendors, and regulatory personnel.
• Perform additional field and operational support duties as assigned.

Skills

Safety focus

Mechanical aptitude

Communication

Teamwork

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

OSHA HAZWOPER 40-hour

Confined Space Entry & Rescue

Job description

The Planet Group is seeking a Field Services Technician to support remediation, hazardous materials handling, and environmental site operations across local and regional client sites. The ideal candidate will be safety-focused, mechanically inclined, and able to work independently or as part of a field team in dynamic industrial settings.

Pay is $20–$22/hour with overtime; contract-to-hire after 6 months. Role offers hands-on training, opportunities for career growth, and a competitive benefits