Environmental Technician - (DNV)

Tetra Tech; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

Tetra Tech in Denver, CO is seeking a part-time Environmental Technician to support air sampling and particulate collection across locations in the city. You will document field activities and transport samples to a designated laboratory, with training provided on SOPs and air-sampling equipment maintenance.

Shifts run 4:30am–8:30am daily, 365 days/year. You will be on-call during these times and compensated for on-call hours or actual field hours worked.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• 0–2 years of experience preferred.
• Current driver's license is required.
• Ability to perform tasks with limited oversight.
• Willingness to learn minor electrical/mechanical repairs.
• Ability to teach others and work in a team.
• Criminal background check required.
• Must be motivated, punctual, reliable, customer focused with strong communication.

Responsibilities

• Drive daily to collect air samples.
• Document sample collections and delivery to lab.
• Communicate and coordinate effectively within a team.
• Perform minor electrical and mechanical repairs.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Punctual and reliable

Customer focus

Willingness to learn

Self-motivation

Able to teach others

Able to quickly pick up additional-sk

Education

High school diploma or GED

B.A/B.S. in Environmental Science or related degree

Tools

Air sampling equipment

Electrical/mechanical maintenance

Job description

The Opportunity

Tetra Tech is looking for a part-time, on-call Environmental Technician in the Denver, CO area.

Position Summary

Provide environmental air sampling support in the Denver, CO area and the collection of particulate samples from sites located around the city. The daily routine will involve sample collection, sample documentation, and transportation to a designated laboratory. The candidate will be trained in standard operating procedures and air sample equipment mechanical maintenance.

Sample collection is completed daily, 365 days a year, including weekends and holidays. The collection of samples occurs during an early morning 4-hour shift from 4:30am - 8:30am, during which the candidate will be on-call 365 days/year except when your requested days off are approved. While on-call, the candidate will be compensated for 2 hours or when called into the field the candidate will be compensated for the number of hours worked. Additional monthly group meetings and trainings are scheduled with advanced notice (may take place remotely or in person) during normal business hours.

This position allows the potential to support other projects and/or tasks that may arise in relation to other contracts outside of the listed above work.

Why Tetra Tech

At Tetra Tech, we are Leading with Science to solve the world’s most complex challenges. Our industry‑leading experts in engineering and consulting are committed to driving positive change in communities around the world. For over 60 years, we have been at the forefront of innovation and sustainability. Today we stand as a market leader, offering cutting‑edge solutions in water, environment, energy, and international development. Our work has improved more than 625 million lives around the world.

Your Impact

Join Tetra Tech to make a real difference. Our work leverages cutting‑edge technologies, advanced analytics, and the expertise of world‑class scientists and engineers to create meaningful change around the world. Discover your full potential – join us to advance your career while leaving a lasting legacy.

Essential Job Functions (Required)

The following duties are considered essential to the role. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions:

• Drive daily and collect air samples
• Document sample collections and delivery
• Communicate and coordinate efficiently within a team
• Perform minor electrical and mechanical repairs

Required Qualifications (Required)

• High school diploma or GED
• 0 – 2 years of experience
• Current driver's license
• Ability to perform tasks without a lot of oversight
• Ability to perform, or willingness to learn, minor electrical and mechanical repairs
• Able to teach others
• Able to quickly pick up additional skills as needed
• Pass a criminal background check
• Must be highly motivated, punctual, reliable, customer focused, have excellent communication skills and work well in a team environment

Preferred Qualifications

• B.A/B.S. in Environmental Science or related degree desirable.
• Mechanical and/or electrical maintenance experience
• Experience with particulate air sampling or other field sampling media
• Experience maintaining air sampling equipment
• Experience conducting environmental field work

Work Environment/Environmental Factors (Required)

• Sampling occurs daily in all weather conditions and extreme temperatures both hot and cold
• Sampling is conducted outdoors
• Tasks may include handling mechanical and electrical components
• Daily driving is required (~60 miles/day).

Physical Requirements (Required)

The physical demands described here represent those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made.

• Daily driving, walking, and climbing (ladder and/or stairs).
• Occasional lifting of equipment with team assistance (approx. 105 lbs.)
• Daily bending to perform sample collection.
• You must be able to drive on a regular basis.
• Passing a motor vehicle record background check and maintaining a valid driver’s license and safe driving record is required.

Additional Information (Required)

• Work schedule: On‑call daily, 7 days/week (Monday – Sunday), 365 days/year, 4:30am – 8:30 am
• Meeting schedule (1-2 hours): Monthly during normal business hours
• Overtime requirements: Not required
• Night/weekend requirements: Sampling occurs on weekends and holidays
• Work locations: Remote field work, driving to sampling sites and laboratory
• This arrangement is subject to review and may change at the company’s discretion

Sample collection is completed daily, 365 days a year, including weekends and holidays. The collection of samples occurs during an early morning 4-hour shift from 4:30am - 8:30am, during which the candidate will be on‑call 365 days/year except when your requested days off are approved. While on‑call the candidate will be compensated for 2 hours or when called into the field the candidate will be compensated for the number of hours worked. Additional monthly group meetings and trainings are scheduled with advanced notice (may take place remotely or in person) during normal business hours.

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