Field Technician

True Environmental; Longview (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Sphere 3 Environmental is seeking an experienced Field Technician to join our Gulf Coast team based in Longview, TX. You will collect environmental samples, document field activities, and support technical reporting for diverse public and private clients.

The role requires at least 2 years of field experience, strong writing skills, and the ability to travel regionally up to 75% while working outdoors in varying weather conditions.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of field experience
• B.S. in environmental science, biology or closely related field preferred
• 1-2 years of wetland delineation experience preferred
• Must be a self-starter who can work independently and in a team
• Excellent technical writing and oral communication skills

Responsibilities

• Environmental sampling of soil, water, groundwater, and air
• Perform a wide variety of field duties for routine and emergency projects including inspection, maintenance, monitoring, and construction oversight
• Complete detailed field notes, photographs and field sketches; prepare daily field reports
• Collect samples in accordance with established procedures
• Maintain and operate field equipment/instrumentation per procedures

Skills

Field data collection

Technical writing

Team collaboration

Independence

Education

Bachelor's degree 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.