Field Water Quality & Compliance Technician

Gulfshoresal; Georgetown, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Gulfshoresal is seeking a Regulatory Technician to support regulatory reporting, laboratory coordination, and water quality monitoring under supervision. The role ensures compliance with state and federal regulations while coordinating field activities.

The position emphasizes collecting samples, performing field analyses, maintaining records, and assisting with investigations. A high school diploma, valid Texas driver’s license, and license eligibility are required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Six (6) months of related water, wastewater, or environmental field experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collect potable water and wastewater samples using automatic samplers or grab sampling techniques in accordance with established SOPs.
• Perform field water and wastewater quality analyses, including temperature readings, chlorine residuals, pH, dissolved oxygen, and other basic parameters.
• Calibrate, operate, and maintain field testing instruments and sampling equipment to ensure accuracy and reliability.
• Document all sampling activities and field data; enter, transfer, and organize data to support regulatory reporting requirements.
• Coordinate with contracted and in-house laboratories for sample scheduling, preparation, transport, and delivery.
• Review, interpret, and translate laboratory results and field data to assist with compliance evaluations for both drinking water and wastewater programs.
• Perform hydrant flushing on scheduled routes or as assigned to improve water quality and maintain the integrity of the distribution system.
• Assist with wastewater collection system monitoring, including inflow/infiltration sampling, lift station sampling, and compliance monitoring.
• Maintain records, logs, and data required for compliance with TCEQ, EPA, and other regulatory agencies.
• Support field investigations and troubleshooting related to water and wastewater quality issues.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Water sampling

Field testing

Data entry

Laboratory coordination

Documentation

Communication

Independent work

Education

High School diploma

Tools

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Gulfshoresal is seeking a Regulatory Technician to support regulatory reporting, laboratory coordination, and water quality monitoring under supervision. The role ensures compliance with state and federal regulations while coordinating field activities.

The position emphasizes collecting samples, performing field analyses, maintaining records, and assisting with investigations. A high school diploma, valid Texas driver’s license, and license eligibility are required.