Environmental Technician I — Field & Lab Water Quality

Dudek; Los Banos (CA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Dudek is seeking an Environmental Technician I in Los Banos, CA, to support aquatic resources projects with field and laboratory data collection, water quality testing, and data management. The role emphasizes collaboration with California offices and requires safe work practices, accuracy, and timely data reporting.

The candidate will participate in data evaluation, analysis, and preparation of documents, along with scheduling and equipment maintenance for field and lab activities.

Qualifications

• Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in environmental science or related field.
• Knowledge of field and data analysis techniques for aquatic environments.
• Strong data collection skills following safety and regulatory guidance.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Willingness to travel, including overnight stays.

Responsibilities

• Lead field and laboratory data collection following approved methods.
• Maintain up-to-date data sets and QA/QC project data.
• Organize field or lab information into client-ready products.
• Assist with data evaluation, analysis, and technical writing.
• Support scheduling of laboratory and field data collection efforts.
• Assist with field monitoring tool construction and upkeep.

Skills

Data collection

Data analysis

Written & spoken communication

Travel flexibility

Driver's license

Education

Environmental science degree

Job description

Dudek is seeking an Environmental Technician I in Los Banos, CA, to support aquatic resources projects with field and laboratory data collection, water quality testing, and data management. The role emphasizes collaboration with California offices and requires safe work practices, accuracy, and timely data reporting.

The candidate will participate in data evaluation, analysis, and preparation of documents, along with scheduling and equipment maintenance for field and lab activities.