Environmental Field Technician - Travel & Field Sampling Pro

Weaver-Consultants-Group; Springfield (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid time off

401K with company-match

Annual incentive bonus program

Professional development and training

Continuing education reimbursement

Job summary

Weaver Consultants Group is seeking a Field Technician with experience in environmental field sampling of various media. This field position involves out-of-town assignments and extended hotel stays, with travel expenses covered.

You will monitor construction activities at landfills, perform sampling of soils, leachate, surface water, gases, and groundwater, and report findings to the Project Manager. Valid DL, ability to travel ~50%, and OSHA HAZWOPER a plus.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma required; Associate’s in Geology, Environmental Science, Engineering, or related field preferred.
• Willing to travel out of town for project assignments at least 50% of time.
• Strong communication, writing, and organization skills.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds and work outdoors in varied climates.
• Experience with field sampling and safety protocols is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and document construction activities at solid waste landfill facilities, including field inspection and testing of soils and geosynthetic liners.
• Perform field and/or laboratory testing and inspection of construction materials (soils, aggregates, concrete, asphalt, steel).
• Prepare and submit data and observations in written and digital reports for daily transmission to the Project Manager.
• Monitor well/landfill gas probe installation and groundwater sampling using various equipment and methodologies.
• Follow safety rules and practices for all projects and maintain quality standards.

Skills

Travel willingness

Safety protocols

Communication

Data reporting

MS Office

Physical fitness

Education

HS Diploma

Associate's in Geology

Tools

Geoprobe sampling

Job description

Weaver Consultants Group is seeking a Field Technician with experience in environmental field sampling of various media. This field position involves out-of-town assignments and extended hotel stays, with travel expenses covered.

You will monitor construction activities at landfills, perform sampling of soils, leachate, surface water, gases, and groundwater, and report findings to the Project Manager. Valid DL, ability to travel ~50%, and OSHA HAZWOPER a plus.