Field Service Technician

Montrose Environmental Group; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Onterris is seeking a dedicated Field Service Technician to implement water and vapor treatment technologies in the field and support project scope, safety, and operations review. You will apply environmental engineering principles to modify and test equipment under supervision of engineers and scientists.

The role includes O&M of treatment equipment, field sampling, data collection, and client interactions. Requires travel up to 75%, HAZWOPER readiness, and strong safety adherence.

Qualifications

• Must have 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 willingness to complete.
• Ability to travel up to 75%.
• Ability to complete HAZWOPER certification with the 40 hour class and 8-hour refresher.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds with or without assistance.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office software.

Responsibilities

• Performs operations and maintenance of environmental treatment equipment including pumps, filters, tanks, and other unit operations.
• Understand system hydraulics, mechanical operation, and instrumentation/electrical control schemes.
• Support fabrication activities and bench/pilot testing setup.
• Assembles piping/skid fabrication in shop and field; troubleshoot and repair equipment.
• Collects samples and operates field monitoring equipment (PID/FID, pH, EC, DO, GEM, turbidity, water level, LEL).
• Recordates operational data; prepare field reports and data sheets.
• Ensure safe handling of hazardous materials and waste; follow OSHA rules.
• Coordinate with Project Managers and act as a professional company representative on job sites.

Skills

Mechanical troubleshooting

Electrical troubleshooting

Environmental sampling

Field operations

HAZWOPER certification

Travel up to 75%

Driver's license

Safety compliance

Regulatory knowledge

Microsoft Office

Self-motivation

Effective communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associate’s Degree in Environmental Studies or related

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

About Us

At Onterris, we build careers grounded in purpose,responsibilityand real-world impact.

“For Planet and Progress” is our north star that guides everything we do. We believe environmental responsibility and human progress are interconnected,interwovenand international. Our scientists, engineers, field teams,consultantsand professionals collaborate across disciplines and geographies, guiding industries and governments, ensuring that communities and environments thrive.

When you join us,you’renot just forging acareer,you’rejoining a movement. A movement for better thinking, smartersolutionsand lasting impact.

Together, we will advance our way of life and protect the integrity of our environment every step of the way.

As a Field Service Technician , you will be responsible for implementation of our innovative water and vapor treatment technologies in the field along with supporting the operations pilot demonstration units. This position will assist Project Managers when jobs are awarded to review project scope of work, roles and responsibilities, and project safety. Additionally, this position will apply theory and principles of environmental engineering to modify, test, and operate equipment and devices used in the prevention, control, and remediation of environmental problems, including waste treatment and site remediation, under the direction of engineering staff or scientists. This position may assist in the development of environmental remediation devices.

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

A Day in the Life

Reporting to the Field Services Project Manager, this role will be responsible for a full range of activities including :

• 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
• Participate in the company’s continuous improvement programs and provide 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

To perform this job successfully, individuals must be able to perform each duty and responsibility satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• 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.

Onterris is a leading global environmental solutions company partnering with organizations to solve complex challenges where environmental pressures, regulatory expectations and operational risks intersect. Guided by our mission to advance the way of life without compromising the integrity of our environment, we believe environmental responsibility and human progress are fundamentally connected. Our scientists, engineers, field teams and consultants apply systems thinking that unites science, data and practical expertise to deliver solutions that strengthen our clients’ resilience, mitigate risk and protect the air, water and soil that sustain communities, while uncovering responsible paths forward for planet and progress. For more information, visit www.onterris.com.

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.