Field Environmental Technician & Laborer (Contract-to-Hire)

Motive Companies, LLC; Concord (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Motive Companies, LLC is seeking a Construction Laborer/Technician (Environmental) for our Concord, CA office. This contract-to-hire role supports field staff on environmental construction projects, with pay up to $35/hr DOE.

The Technician will perform general field labor, maintain safety protocols, and assist with soil, water, and air/environmental remediation tasks. The position requires 5+ years of experience and HAZWOPER certification or refresher.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of construction or field labor experience.
• Understanding of proper safety procedures and hazard recognition.
• Must be a team player with a proactive attitude.
• Self-starter with ability to take direction in a field environment.
• 40-HR HAZWOPER or 8-Hr refresher (refresher provided).
• High School Diploma or GED preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs general field labor tasks to support the project team.
• Maintains dust control, site cleanliness, and safety practices on site.
• Directs traffic to keep the work zone safe and accessible.
• Spot the Operators to ensure no one is behind the work zone.
• Identify utilities by potholing adjacent areas.
• Operate hand-held construction tools as needed (e.g., shovel).
• Report hazards and secure the excavation area; follow SWPPP requirements.
• Maintain daily communication among crew and complete on-site tasks.
• Perform any other duties as assigned by the Superintendent.

Skills

Team player

Safety procedures

Self-starter

HAZWOPER knowledge

5+ years experience

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Motive Companies, LLC is seeking a Construction Laborer/Technician (Environmental) for our Concord, CA office. This contract-to-hire role supports field staff on environmental construction projects, with pay up to $35/hr DOE.

The Technician will perform general field labor, maintain safety protocols, and assist with soil, water, and air/environmental remediation tasks. The position requires 5+ years of experience and HAZWOPER certification or refresher.