Environmental Technician I

Terracon; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as an Environmental Technician, where you'll play a crucial role in ensuring safety and compliance on construction projects. This position offers hands-on experience with environmental materials and field testing, alongside opportunities for professional growth through training and certifications. You'll collaborate with various stakeholders, operate advanced monitoring equipment, and contribute to maintaining high quality and safety standards. If you're passionate about environmental science and safety, this role provides a platform to make a meaningful impact in the field.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of relevant experience or equivalent training required.
• Obtain ACI certification within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Perform field tests and inspections on construction materials.
• Assist with installation and maintenance of remediation systems.

Skills

Field Testing

Environmental Sampling

Calibration of Monitoring Equipment

Safety Compliance

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

PID Indicators

Gas Indicators

Job description

Job Description

General Responsibilities:

The Environmental Technician will perform various testing, observation, and inspection on construction materials such as soils, concrete, masonry, reinforcing steel, and asphalt. The technician will communicate with Project Managers, client representatives, contractor’s representatives, and other key stakeholders regarding testing and inspection results. Tests are performed on building construction projects. Successful candidates will receive in-depth technical training and professional certifications as they advance in the position.

The role involves performing tests and sampling of environmental materials including air, groundwater, building materials, and noise. The technician will operate field monitoring equipment, assist with operation and maintenance of remediation systems, and may assist with asbestos surveys, abatement projects, and Phase I preliminary site assessments. Responsibilities also include transporting material samples or documents to the lab for further testing and analysis, tabulating and preparing data for reports, and maintaining field monitoring equipment.

Safety is Terracon’s most important core value. The company provides a safe work environment and promotes safe practices. Incident and Injury-Free (IIF) is a core commitment to ensure everyone goes home safe to their families every day. All team members are responsible for safety and developing a mindset intolerant of incidents or injuries, no matter how minor.

Essential Roles and Responsibilities:

• Perform standardized and complex field tests and special inspections as required.
• Calibrate field monitoring equipment such as PID or combustible gas indicators.
• Sample suspect asbestos-containing building materials following AHERA guidelines.
• Assist with installation and maintenance of remediation systems.
• Support drill crews in obtaining soil and groundwater samples.
• Oversee and monitor air during asbestos abatement projects.
• Conduct monitoring well sampling.
• Perform complex field tasks under professional supervision.
• Follow safety rules, participate in pre-task planning, and report safety concerns.
• Maintain quality standards on all projects.
• Regional overnight travel may be required based on project needs.

Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 1 year of relevant experience or equivalent training.
• Obtain ACI certification within 90 days of hire.
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable violation history.

Preferred Certifications:

• Certification in radiation safety and Nuclear Density Gauge operations.
• Other environmental certifications requiring experience and written exams may be considered.