Field Environmental Technician: Start in Sampling & Remediation

ECS Group of Companies; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

ECS Group of Companies seeks an Environmental Technician to support field sampling, monitoring, and assessment activities for environmental consulting projects. You will gain foundational technical skills through hands-on fieldwork and assist project teams with data collection, documentation and reporting.

Under supervision, you will progress toward independent field execution, calibrate and operate field equipment, and contribute to remediation-related tasks while upholding ECS Core Values and

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or GED and pursue basic certifications per ECS policy.
• Ability to work in outdoor environments and lift ~40 lbs.
• Strong willingness to learn and develop technical skills.

Responsibilities

• Performs and supports field sampling of soil, groundwater, air, and other media.
• Works in indoor and outdoor environments under various site conditions.
• Communicates daily with technicians and project personnel.
• Assists with data collection, basic calculations, and documentation.
• Prepares daily field reports describing site activities and observations.
• Begins to calibrate, operate, and maintain field equipment.
• Assists with report production and basic office tasks.
• Supports environmental assessments including asbestos, lead-based paint, radon, and mold.
• Begins to learn remediation equipment operation and basic chemistry concepts.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Reading maps

Detail-oriented

Self-motivated

Education

High school diploma or GED

Basic certifications

Tools

Electronic devices

Job description

ECS Group of Companies seeks an Environmental Technician to support field sampling, monitoring, and assessment activities for environmental consulting projects. You will gain foundational technical skills through hands-on fieldwork and assist project teams with data collection, documentation and reporting.

Under supervision, you will progress toward independent field execution, calibrate and operate field equipment, and contribute to remediation-related tasks while upholding ECS Core Values and