Field Service Technician

Onterris; Portland (ME); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Onterris in Portland, Maine is seeking a Field Service Technician to implement innovative treatment technologies in the field. You will support Project Managers and apply engineering principles, working in various environmental conditions.

The position offers an annual compensation range of $60,000-$80,000 based on experience and skills. Applicants must have a High School Diploma or equivalent, along with necessary certifications and skills in troubleshooting and monitoring.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in mechanical/electrical troubleshooting.
• Valid Class C driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds and travel up to 75% of the time.

Responsibilities

• Implement water and vapor treatment technologies in the field.
• Support Project Managers and apply environmental engineering principles.
• Perform operations and maintenance on environmental treatment equipment.

Skills

Mechanical troubleshooting

Electrical troubleshooting

Environmental monitoring

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Time management

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associate's Degree in Environmental Studies or technical certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

PLC SCADA systems

Job description

Field Service Technician at Onterris

As a Field Service Technician you will implement our innovative water and vapor treatment technologies in the field, assist Project Managers with project scope and safety review, support pilot demonstration units, and apply environmental engineering principles to modify, test, and operate equipment for waste treatment and remediation.

The annual compensation range for this role is $60,000-$80,000 commensurate with experience, skills, and geographic location.

A Day in the Life

• Performs operations and maintenance (O&M) of various types of environmental treatment equipment including pumps, filters, tanks, pressure vessels, and other types of process unit operations.
• Poses a general understanding of system hydraulics, mechanical operation/functionality and instrumentation/electrical control schemes
• Support fabrication activities, as well as hands‑on set‑up of bench and pilot testing equipment
• Executes piping/skid fabrication in the shop and field, troubleshoots and repairs mechanical and electrical system issues or failures
• Collects samples using a variety of sampling methods and operates field monitoring equipment including but not limited to PID/FID, pH, EC, DO, GEM, turbidity, water level, and LEL meters
• Measures and records treatment operational data by carefully documenting monitoring and testing results on field forms and prepares field daily reports and data sheets
• Conducts monitoring, sampling, testing and basic evaluation at various locations and completes Chain‑of‑Custody forms and labels samples, strictly following regulatory handling and preservation protocols for various sample media and delivers samples to an environmental laboratory
• Enters monitoring data from the field inspection forms into electronic spreadsheets in Word and/or Excel format
• Ensures proper labeling and handling of hazardous material and waste
• Exercise safe work practices by following all Company safety rules and OSHA regulations, including attendance at all required safety training programs
• Communicates promptly with Project Managers to inform of site conditions and activities
• Interacts with clients acting as a front‑line representative of the company, presents a professional appearance, and wears appropriate PPE on job sites
• Participates in the company’s continuous improvement programs and provides support to team efforts
• Keep up‑to‑date and current on industry trends by completing formal training
• Perform other duties as assigned

Your Expertise And Skills

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• 3+ years of experience performing mechanical/electrical troubleshooting, environmental collection, monitoring, sampling, testing and basic evaluation
• Must have a valid Class C driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• NFPA70E Training or the willingness to complete.
• Ability/willingness to travel up to 75%
• Ability to complete and maintain HAZWOPER certification with the 40 hour HAZWOPER environmental health and safety class, and annual 8‑hour refresher classes
• Must have the ability to lift 50 pounds such as monitoring equipment and tools, with or without assistance
• Proficient with Microsoft Office software
• Be able to deliver and receive electronic documents
• Ability to interface with cross‑functional teams and all levels of personnel/management
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills
• Solid organization and time/project management skills
• Effective verbal and written communication skills, must have legible handwriting
• Able to work independently and manage multiple responsibilities (i.e. self‑starter, self‑motivated)

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with supervision of construction projects
• Background in electrical, plumbing or other mechanical trades. Electrical background preferred.
• Competence in HVAC, mechanical and electrical.
• Ability to operate systems via PLC SCADA.
• Associate’s Degree in Environmental Studies from an accredited university or a technical certification

Working Conditions

Physical Demands

While performing the in‑office responsibilities of the job, the employee may be required to spend long hours sitting and using office equipment and computers, and is regularly required to sit, talk, and hear. The employee frequently is required to use hands and fingers to handle or feel. While performing the out‑of‑office field responsibilities for the job, the employee will be required to travel up to 75% of the time. Typically out of state, Monday to Friday travel. There may be occasional multiple‑week operations stints which will be compensated with flexible off time during home periods. There may be occasional lifting (overhead, waist level) from floor of supplies and materials weighing no more than 50 pounds. The work may involve some bending, standing or walking.

Work Environment

Moderate exposure to environmental conditions that impact physical comfort such as temperature extremes while performing field work is possible.

We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We acknowledge that these experiences and perspectives help to enrich our teams and contribute to our ongoing success. We are committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in our employment for all applicants. For US residents, click here to learn more.