Environmental Technician - (JAX)

Tetra Tech; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 38,572 - 44,083; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

401(k) retirement plan

Learning and development opportunities

Job summary

Tetra Tech is seeking an environmental air sampling assistant to support field operations in the Jacksonville, Florida area. Responsibilities include daily sample collection, documentation, and transporting samples to a designated laboratory.

The role requires standing in an early 4-hour morning shift, 4:30 am to 8:30 am, with on-call duties 365 days a year. Training will cover standard operating procedures and equipment maintenance.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 0–2 years of experience.
• Current driver’s license.
• Ability to perform tasks with minimal supervision.
• Willingness to learn minor electrical and mechanical repairs.
• Must live in the Jacksonville, FL area.
• Pass a criminal background check.
• Strong communication, reliability and teamwork.
• Able to teach others and quickly pick up new skills.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Driver's license

Teamwork

Communication skills

Minimal supervision

Punctual and reliable

Willingness to learn repairs

Education

High school diploma or GED

B.A./B.S. in Environmental Science (desirable)

Tools

Air sampling equipment

Electrical/mechanical tools

Job description

Position Summary

Provide environmental air sampling support throughout the Jacksonville, Florida area and collect particulate samples from sites located around the city. Daily routine includes sample collection, documentation, and transporting samples to a designated laboratory. The candidate will receive training in standard operating procedures and air sample equipment mechanical maintenance. Sample collection is performed every day of the year, 365 days, including weekends and holidays, during an early morning 4‑hour shift from 4:30 am to 8:30 am. The candidate will be on‑call 365 days a year except when approved days off are given. While on‑call the candidate is compensated for 2 hours, or for the actual number of hours worked when called into the field. Additional monthly group meetings and training sessions are scheduled with advanced notice and may take place remotely or in person during normal business hours. The position may also support other projects or tasks related to other contracts.

Essential Job 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

• High school diploma or GED
• 0‑2 years of experience
• Current driver’s license
• Ability to perform tasks with minimal supervision
• 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
• Live in the Jacksonville, Florida area
• Pass a criminal background check-li>
• 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
• A Florida driver’s license is preferred
• 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

• 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

• Daily driving, walking, and climbing (ladder and/or stairs)
• Occasional lifting of equipment with team assistance (≈105 lbs)
• Daily bending to perform sample collection
• 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

Additional Information

• Work schedule: On‑call daily, 7 days/week, 365 days/year, 4:30 am – 8:30 am
• Meeting schedule: Monthly during normal business hours (1‑2 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

Benefits

• Comprehensive and market‑competitive benefits
• Merit‑based financial rewards
• Flexibility and company‑wide commitment to work/life balance
• Collaborative team atmosphere that values the contributions of all employees
• Learning and development opportunities for ongoing professional growth
• Basic core medical plan and 401(k) retirement plan
• Salary: $28.00 per hour, depending on education, experience, skills, and location

Tetra Tech is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, marital or familial status, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law. Tetra Tech is a VEVRAA federal contractor and we request priority referral of veterans.

Health and safety play a vital role in our success. Tetra Tech’s employees work together to comply with all applicable health and safety practices and protocols, including any public health orders and regulations that are mandated by local, state, provincial, federal, and international authorities as well as client and project requirements.