Field Environmental Technician: Compliance & Sampling

MOVA Metals; Freeport (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

MOVA Metals in Texas is seeking an Environmental Technician to support environmental compliance and stewardship, serving as frontline resource for field operations by monitoring, data collection, and protection initiatives.

The role requires a degree and 3–5 years of experience in a chemical manufacturing environment, with the ability to work outdoors and collaborate with engineers, scientists, and regulators.

Qualifications

• Degree in Environmental Science or related field or equivalent experience.
• 3–5 years in environmental role within chemical manufacturing.
• Experience with environmental sampling and data collection preferred.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather and terrain.

Responsibilities

• Collect environmental samples including soil, groundwater, surface water, air, and waste.
• Perform field monitoring and inspections.
• Maintain and calibrate field sampling and monitoring equipment.
• Record and interpret environmental data.
• Assist with environmental compliance activities.
• Support remediation, waste management, and pollution prevention projects.
• Conduct routine facility inspections and recommend corrective actions.
• Assist with spill response and incident investigations.
• Ensure proper handling and disposal of hazardous materials.
• Follow health, safety, and environmental procedures.
• Collaborate with engineers, scientists, and regulators.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Environmental Sampling

Data Collection

Field Inspections

Regulatory Compliance

GPS GIS

Education

Associate/Bachelor in Environmental Science

Education-Experience Equivalence

Tools

GIS Software

Data Management Systems

Job description

MOVA Metals in Texas is seeking an Environmental Technician to support environmental compliance and stewardship, serving as frontline resource for field operations by monitoring, data collection, and protection initiatives.

The role requires a degree and 3–5 years of experience in a chemical manufacturing environment, with the ability to work outdoors and collaborate with engineers, scientists, and regulators.