Field Remediation Technician – Environmental Sampling

Tetra Tech, Inc.; Rancho Cordova (CA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive and market‑competitive

Merit‑based financial rewards

Flexibility and work/life balance

Learning and development opportunities

Collaborative team atmosphere

Job summary

Tetra Tech, Inc. in Rancho Cordova, CA is seeking a full-time Remediation Technician to support environmental and remediation activities on a Superfund site. This field-based role involves field work planning, soil, water, and groundwater sampling, and operation/maintenance of remedial systems.

You will work closely with Senior Technicians and Professionals, travel locally to client sites, and ensure health and safety compliance while collecting reliable data to advance cleanup projects.

Qualifications

• Associates degree is required.
• 0 - 3 years of experience in environmental and remediation projects.
• Proficiency with MS Word and Excel.
• Attention to detail, excellent technical abilities, and a quick learner.
• Pre-employment drug screen in compliance with state regulations.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine O&M inspections and maintenance on groundwater remediation system equipment.
• Conduct environmental sampling activities (groundwater, soil, vapor).
• Oversight of remediation system vendors and contractors.
• Troubleshoot system performance and mechanical/electrical components.
• Record and report O&M compliance/permit monitoring data.
• Oversee remedial system installation, start up, and operation.
• Field investigation, sampling, and data collection.
• Adhere to health and safety protocols for regulatory compliance.

Skills

MS Word

MS Excel

Attention to detail

Quick learner

Valid driver's license

Education

Associates degree

Geology / Environmental Science degree preferred

OSHA HAZWOPER certification preferred

Job description

Tetra Tech, Inc. in Rancho Cordova, CA is seeking a full-time Remediation Technician to support environmental and remediation activities on a Superfund site. This field-based role involves field work planning, soil, water, and groundwater sampling, and operation/maintenance of remedial systems.

You will work closely with Senior Technicians and Professionals, travel locally to client sites, and ensure health and safety compliance while collecting reliable data to advance cleanup projects.