Environmental Technician

The 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

Job Title: Environmental FieldTechnician

Location: New Braunfels, TX 78132

Pay Range: $20-22/hr+ Overtime

Work Hours:
Full-Time | Day Shift |

Contract to Hire (6 month contract and then direct hire)

Benefits:
Competitive Benefits Package

The Planet Group is currently seeking a Field Services Technician for a growing company in the environmental services and industrial remediation industry. Qualified candidates must have experience working in field operations, remediation, construction, industrial services, hazardous materials handling, or related environments.

Job Description

This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on professional looking to build a long-term career in industrial field services and environmental operations. The Field Services Technician will support a variety of remediation, transportation, hazardous waste handling, and site support activities across customer locations and operational facilities.

The ideal candidate is safety-focused, mechanically inclined, and comfortable working both independently and as part of a field team in dynamic industrial environments.

Key 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

This role offers exposure to a wide variety of industrial environments and provides strong opportunities for skill development and career growth within a stable and growing organization.

Requirements

• 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
• Prior hazardous waste or environmental industry experience preferred
• Active HAZWOPER 24- or 40-hour certification strongly preferred

The Planet Group is a global professional services firm delivering strategic staffing and advisory solutions. We operate at the intersection of talent and transformation - connecting the right people with the right opportunities. Named one of the fastest-growing private companies in the US, The Planet Group operates with a global reach and a performance-first mindset. We partner with clients to move fast, stay agile, and drive measurable results - building high-impact teams that fuel transformation and growth.

EEOC Compliance Statement

The Planet Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

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