Field Technician

True Environmental, Inc.; Longview (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Sphere 3 Environmental, based in Longview, Texas, seeks an experienced Field Technician to join our environmental sciences team. You will collect soil, water, groundwater, and air samples and support field data collection for reports and deliverables.

The role requires traveling regionally up to 75% and working outdoors in varied weather. A BS in environmental science is preferred; strong writing and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of field experience in environmental projects.
• B.S. in environmental science, biology, or related field preferred.
• Valid driver’s license with clean record; willingness to travel 50–75%.
• Excellent technical writing and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Environmental sampling of soil, water, groundwater, and air.
• Perform field duties for routine and emergency environmental projects.
• Prepare daily field notes, photographs, and field sketches; compile reports.
• Collect samples in accordance with established procedures; operate field equipment.

Skills

Field data collection

Technical writing

Oral communication

Team player

Driver's license

Education

B.S. in environmental science or related field

Job description

Sphere 3 Environmental, a part of True Environmental and its partner firms, have united their strengths to establish the nation's premier environmental and engineering services consulting firm. This powerhouse organization offers an extensive range of services aimed at revolutionizing the built environment and preserving the natural one. Its diverse expertise encompasses environmental remediation, urban planning, engineering iconic coastal and marine structures, developing sustainable energy sources, and pioneering resource extraction methods. Explore further at Sphere3env.com/ and True-Environmental.com to discover the full scope of our capabilities.

Sphere 3 Environmental is seeking an experienced Field Technician who desires a challenging career to join our well-established team of Environmental Scientists to participate in projects throughout the Gulf Coast. This position is based out of Longview, Texas. The successful candidate will be a dynamic and technologically savvy individual with the vision and drive to apply state-of-the-art technologies and methodologies to a wide range of biological, ecological, land surveying, and geospatial projects. The technician will work within a team, led by an experienced field lead and will be responsible for collecting all required field data for the preparation of technical reports and deliverables for both public and private clients.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

• Environmental sampling of soil, water, groundwater, and air
• Perform a wide variety of field duties for both routine/scheduled and emergency environmental projects to include: inspection, maintenance, monitoring, construction oversight, air monitoring, and sampling efforts at the project sites
• Completes detailed, accurate field notes, photographs, and field sketches and prepares daily field reports in a timely manner
• Collects samples from the field (soil, groundwater, surface water, drinking water, etc.) in accordance with established procedures
• Maintains and operates field equipment/instrumentation as needed in accordance with specified procedures

Experience and Requirements:

• Minimum 2 years of field experience
• B.S. in environmental science, biology, or related field is preferred
• 1 - 2 years of wetland delineation experience is preferred
• Must be a self-starter with the ability to work independently if required.
• Strong team-player skills.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Ability and willingness to travel regionally and overnight 50-75% of the time (including working outdoors in adverse weather conditions)
• Excellent technical writing and oral communication skills
• Attention to detail along with strong organizational skills
• Strong problem-solving abilities and aptitude
• Positive attitude; good interpersonal skills
• Must pass a pre-employment drug test and will be subject to random drug & alcohol testing.
• Follow all safety and security procedures.
• Ensures the safety of all crew members, clients, and the public
• Represent Sphere 3 Environmental while interfacing with public and private sector clients and the general public.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.