Field Technician

Insight Global; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Insight Global is seeking a Chemistry Field Technician for a leading environmental and industrial services client. This role blends chemistry knowledge with hands-on fieldwork, supporting environmental sampling, regulatory compliance initiatives, and industrial site operations.

The ideal candidate enjoys outdoor work, has strong mechanical aptitude, and seeks to apply scientific principles outside a traditional lab setting. Travel and field problem-solving are key aspects of this position.

Qualifications

• College coursework in Chemistry or related scientific field.
• Strong foundational understanding of chemistry concepts.
• Willingness to work outdoors in industrial environments.
• Mechanical aptitude and comfort using hand tools.
• Ability to safely work in physically demanding conditions.
• Willingness to travel overnight as needed.
• Ability to work at heights up to 300 feet.
• Strong adherence to safety procedures and field protocols.

Responsibilities

• Perform environmental and chemistry-related sampling activities in the field.
• Operate and interact with gas systems, fittings, and sampling equipment.
• Safely make and break fittings and handle industrial hardware.
• Apply chemistry knowledge to environmental compliance and regulatory activities.
• Collect, document, and maintain field data and records.
• Follow established field procedures and safety regulations.
• Travel to project sites as needed, including overnight travel.
• Collaborate with technical teams and field personnel to complete project objectives.
• Work outdoors and at elevated heights when required.

Skills

Chemistry knowledge

Chemistry fundamentals

Outdoor work

Mechanical aptitude

Physically demanding work

Overnight travel

Work at heights

Safety procedures

Field teamwork

Education

Degree in Chemistry or related science

Tools

Gas sampling equipment

Industrial hardware

Fittings handling

Job description

• College coursework in Chemistry or related scientific field
• Strong foundational understanding of chemistry concepts
• Ability and willingness to work outdoors in industrial environments
• Mechanical aptitude and comfort using hand tools
• Ability to safely work in physically demanding conditions
• Willingness to travel overnight as needed
• Ability to work at heights up to 300 feet
• Strong adherence to safety procedures and field protocols

Plusses:

• Degree in Chemistry or related science
• Experience in chemical, petrochemical, utility, or power industries
• Environmental monitoring or industrial fieldwork experience
• Hands-on mechanical experience
• Experience working with gas systems, fittings, or sampling equipment
• Prior field-based technical roles
• Comfortable working outside of a traditional laboratory setting

Day-to-Day:

• Perform environmental and chemistry-related sampling activities in the field
• Operate and interact with gas systems, fittings, and sampling equipment
• Safely make and break fittings and handle industrial hardware
• Apply chemistry knowledge to environmental compliance and regulatory activities
• Collect, document, and maintain field data and records
• Follow established field procedures and safety regulations
• Travel to project sites as needed, including overnight travel
• Collaborate with technical teams and field personnel to complete project objectives
• Work outdoors and at elevated heights when required

Job Description:

Insight Global is seeking a Chemistry Field Technician for a leading environmental and industrial services client. This individual will combine their chemistry knowledge with hands-on fieldwork, supporting environmental sampling, regulatory compliance initiatives, and industrial site operations. The ideal candidate enjoys working outdoors, has strong mechanical aptitude, and is interested in applying scientific principles in real-world environments rather than a traditional laboratory setting. This role offers a unique blend of chemistry, field operations, travel, and technical problem-solving while working alongside experienced environmental and engineering professionals.