Field Environmental Technician – Renewable Energy Compliance

Tetra Tech; Portland (OR); Hybrid; USD 39,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexibility and work-life balance

Collaborative team environment

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Tetra Tech is seeking an Environmental Technician to support renewable energy compliance and environmental surveys across eastern Oregon and Washington. The role focuses on observing permit compliance during construction and assisting with wildlife, botanical, and wetland surveys as needed.

Major sites are in eastern Oregon and Washington; preference given to candidates within a 4-hour drive. This field-based, remote/hybrid position includes data collection, reporting, and daily coordination

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Biology, Environmental Science, soils, or related field preferred (not required).
• 3-5 years of relevant environmental fieldwork, construction monitoring, or site restoration experience.
• Experience with environmental compliance monitoring on construction projects preferred.
• Experience with soil science, restoration ecology, wildlife, or botany preferred.
• Experience implementing NPDES 1200-C permits preferred.
• CESCL certification preferred (or ability to obtain).
• Proficiency using GPS units and field data collection tools.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work with construction teams and field personnel.
• Ability to work independently in remote field environments.

Responsibilities

• Conduct environmental compliance monitoring during construction activities.
• Observe and document compliance with environmental permits and project requirements.
• Communicate effectively with construction contractors and project teams.
• Complete accurate field data collection forms, reports, and documentation.
• Support biological and environmental surveys, including wildlife, vegetation, and wetland assessments.
• Utilize GPS units and field equipment to collect and track site data.
• Maintain compliance with health and safety protocols in remote and active construction environments.
• Work independently in the field while maintaining regular conduct activities in line with internal procedures.
• pursue continuous professional development and maintain a high degree of discipline knowledge and awareness.
• Work in a safe manner at all times and report health and safety incidents and concerns.

Skills

GPS data collection

Communication

Remote field work

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor's degree in Biology or Environmental Science

Tools

GPS devices

Field data collection tools

Job description

Tetra Tech is seeking an Environmental Technician to support renewable energy compliance and environmental surveys across eastern Oregon and Washington. The role focuses on observing permit compliance during construction and assisting with wildlife, botanical, and wetland surveys as needed.

Major sites are in eastern Oregon and Washington; preference given to candidates within a 4-hour drive. This field-based, remote/hybrid position includes data collection, reporting, and daily coordination