Field Scientist: Environmental Monitoring & Sampling

APEX Companies; Greensburg, Somerset (Westmoreland County, Somerset County); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance and vision

Life and disability insurance

401k plan

Paid time off and holidays

Cross-training

Other perks

Job summary

Apex Companies is seeking an Environmental Field Technician to join our Greensburg (PA) and Somerset (PA) offices. This role focuses on outdoor field work, sampling, and data collection at active and reclaimed mine sites, with travel and remote work as part of the job.

You’ll document field activities, prepare samples for labs, and work 4–5 days weekly in diverse environments. The position offers comprehensive benefits and opportunities for growth within a national firm.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in environmental science, geology, natural resources, or a related scientific field is preferred.
• Previous environmental field experience is preferred.
• Experience with environmental sampling, water sampling, or field data collection is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to accurately document field activities.
• Comfortable working independently in remote and outdoor environments.
• Comfortable interacting professionally with property owners, clients, and the public.
• Ability to work approximately 4–5 days per week in the field.
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Valid driver's license.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screen.
• Apex is unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position.

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine environmental field sampling, primarily at active and reclaimed mine sites.
• Collect quarterly water samples from streams, private supply sources, monitoring wells, and other locations.
• Gather accurate field data and complete field documentation and sampling records.
• Prepare samples for shipment and coordinate delivery to laboratories.
• Follow established sampling procedures, safety protocols, and quality-control requirements.
• Communicate professionally with property owners, clients, and members of the public when working at sampling locations.
• Travel to project sites within approximately two hours of the office.
• Work outdoors in a variety of weather conditions and in remote locations, including areas with limited cell service.
• Support other environmental projects and teams as opportunities arise.

Skills

Field sampling

Water sampling

Data documentation

Safety protocols

Independent work

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in environmental science or related field

Job description

Apex Companies is seeking an Environmental Field Technician to join our Greensburg (PA) and Somerset (PA) offices. This role focuses on outdoor field work, sampling, and data collection at active and reclaimed mine sites, with travel and remote work as part of the job.

You’ll document field activities, prepare samples for labs, and work 4–5 days weekly in diverse environments. The position offers comprehensive benefits and opportunities for growth within a national firm.