Environmental Technician 1

Atlas; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Vacation time and paid parental leave

401(k) plan with company match

Safety equipment reimbursement

Job summary

Atlas is seeking an Environmental Technician I to support environmental investigation and remediation projects in the Pittsburgh area. This role focuses on fieldwork, collecting samples, and ensuring project compliance with safety standards.

Candidates should possess a degree in environmental sciences or related fields and have a valid driver’s license. The position offers full-time employment with numerous health and wellness benefits including medical coverage and 401(k) plans.

Qualifications

• 0–2 years of relevant field or internship experience.
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel to project sites.
• OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER certification (or ability to obtain) required.

Responsibilities

• Collect environmental samples and document site conditions.
• Support drilling and monitoring activities, including well installation.
• Assist with preparation of field reports and data summaries.

Skills

Field sampling

Attention to detail

Data documentation

GIS tools

Education

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, geology, biology, chemistry, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description

As an Environmental Technician I, you’ll support environmental investigation and remediation projects across the Pittsburgh area. This is a field-focused role where you’ll collect environmental samples, document site conditions, and help ensure projects meet regulatory and safety standards.

You’ll work alongside experienced professionals, gaining hands‑on exposure to environmental fieldwork while contributing to meaningful projects that protect natural resources and communities. Join a dynamic, value-driven, client- and community‑focused environment where your work creates a lasting positive impact for the people and communities we serve.

Core Responsibilities

• Perform field sampling of groundwater, soil, surface water, sediment, and air
• Support drilling and monitoring activities, including soil borings and well installation
• Collect, record, and manage environmental data accurately and safely
• Operate field equipment and assist with maintenance of remediation systems
• Assist with mapping and field documentation using GPS and related tools
• Support preparation of field reports and data summaries for project teams

You’ll thrive here if you have

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, geology, biology, chemistry, or related field
• 0–2 years of relevant field or internship experience
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel to project sites (including overnight travel)
• Ability to work outdoors in varying conditions and navigate active job sites
• Strong attention to detail when collecting and documenting data
• OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER certification (or ability to obtain)
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office; familiarity with GIS tools is a plus

What you can expect from us

Health & Wellness: We offer medical, dental, and vision coverage with multiple plan options, including no-cost employee-only medical coverage.

Time Off & Family Support: We offer vacation time, paid holidays, sick & safety leave (SSL) and paid parental leave.

Retirement: We help employees plan for the future with a 401(k) and company match.

Insurance: To provide protection and peace of mind, we offer Life, AD&D (Accidental Death & Dismemberment) and Disability insurance.

Safety Program: We are committed to safety as part of our ‘quality of life’ core value, and we provide approved PPE at no cost and reimbursement for prescription safety glasses and protective footwear.

Learning & Development: We provide clear career paths, learning resources and development programs allowing you to see how you can grow and advance within the company. We offer internal certifications on specific skills and support external credentials through tuition reimbursement.

Belonging: We support Employee Communities (ECs), voluntary, employee‑led groups that create connections, belonging and shared purposes.

Flexibility: May vary by project demands and regional workloads, but we are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to help employees manage their personal and professional responsibilities.

Life: We enhance the quality of life. We value people and safety above all else.

Heart: As our hallmark, we act with compassion, empathy, and respect.

Trust: We work together as partners, doing what we say with full accountability.

Mastery: Always striving for the highest quality, greatness inspires our work.

About the Job

• Employment Type: [Full-time / Part-time / Internship / Other]

EEO Statement

Atlas is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants without regard to race (including hairstyles, hair texture, hair type, or hair length commonly or historically associated with race), ethnicity, creed, religion or religious creed, color, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions or requests for pregnancy disability leave and/or family care leave), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship or immigration status, primary language, crime victim status, criminal conviction history, uniformed service member or veteran status, marital status, age, genetic information, disability or protected medical condition, genetics, political affiliation or activities, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.