On-Call Environmental Technician (Florida)

Tetra Tech Technical Services, Inc. in; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401k offered

Competitive benefits

On-call compensation

Job summary

Tetra Tech, Inc. in Jacksonville, FL, seeks an on-call, part-time Environmental Technician to support air sampling duties in the local area. This role requires living in the Jacksonville, FL region and being able to work early-morning shifts, weekends, and holidays.

Daily tasks include collecting air samples, documenting procedures, and coordinating with the lab. Training provided for SOPs and equipment; occasional travel to sites may be required, with a focus on safety and reliability.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Must maintain valid Florida driver's license.
• Ability to document notes in electronic form.
• Willingness to perform minor electrical/mechanical repairs.
• Able to work early morning shifts and on weekends/holidays.

Responsibilities

• Daily driving and collection of air samples.
• Documentation of sample collection and delivery.
• Coordinate with team and communicate findings clearly.
• Learn and perform minor electrical/mechanical repairs as needed.

Skills

Attention to detail

Valid driver's license

Strong communication

On-call flexibility

Education

High school diploma

Job description

On-Call Environmental Technician (Florida)

Tetra Tech is looking for an on-call, part-time Environmental Technician in Jacksonville, Florida. This is not a remote position, you must live in the Jacksonville, FL area.

Position Summary

We are seeking an on-call, environmental technician to provide environmental air sampling support in the Jacksonville, Florida area. The position involves the collection of particulate samples from sites located around the city of Jacksonville. The daily routine involves sample collection, sample documentation, and transportation to a designated laboratory. The candidate will be trained in standard operating procedures and air sample equipment mechanical maintenance.

Sample collection is completed daily, 365 days a year, including weekends and holidays. The collection of samples occurs during an early morning 4-hour shift from 4:30am - 8:30am, during which the candidate will be on-call 365 days/year except when your requested days off are approved. You are compensated for 2 hours while on-call, and when called into the field the candidate will be compensated for the number of hours worked. Additional monthly group meetings and trainings are scheduled with advanced notice (may take place remotely or in person) during normal business hours.

This position allows the potential to support other projects and/or tasks that may arise in relation to other contracts outside of the listed above work.

Why Tetra Tech

At Tetra Tech, we are Leading with Science to solve the world’s most complex challenges. Our industry-leading experts in engineering and consulting are committed to driving positive change in communities around the world. For over 60 years, we have been at the forefront of innovation and sustainability. Today we stand as a market leader, offering cutting‑edge solutions in water, environment, energy, and international development. Our work has improved more than 625 million lives around the world.

Your Impact

Join Tetra Tech to make a real difference. Our work levers cutting‑edge technologies, advanced analytics, and the expertise of world‑class scientists and engineers to create meaningful change around the world. Discover your full potential – join us to advance your career while leaving a lasting legacy.

Essential Job Functions (Required)

• Daily driving and collection of air samples
• Documentation of sample collection and delivery
• Efficient communication and coordination within a team
• Ability to perform, or willingness to learn, minor electrical and mechanical repairs

The following duties are considered essential to the role. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions:

Required Qualifications (Required)

• Degree: High school graduate or GED required.
• Years of Experience: 0-2 years
• Ability to document notes in an electronic form
• Strong observational skills and attention to detail
• Must be able to teach others and quickly pick up additional skills as needed.
• This position requires the ability to perform tasks without a lot of oversight.
• Requires the ability to perform, or willingness to learn, minor electrical and mechanical repairs.
• Must be highly motivated, punctual, reliable, customer focused, have excellent communication skills and work well in a team environment.
• Candidate must live in the Jacksonville, FL area and maintain a valid U.S. Driver’s License in the state of Florida.
• Must pass government background check
• You must be able to drive on a regular basis
• Passing a motor vehicle record background check and maintaining a valid driver’s license and safe driving record is required.

Preferred Qualifications

• B.A/B.S. in Environmental Science or related degree desirable.
• Experience with:
  • Mechanical and/or electrical maintenance
  • Particulate air sampling or other field sampling media
  • Maintaining air sampling equipment
  • Conducting environmental field work
• Sampling occurs daily in all weather conditions and extreme temperatures, both hot and cold.
• Sampling is conducted outdoors.
• Tasks may include handling mechanical and electrical components.
• Daily driving is required (~60 miles/day). Passing a motor vehicle record background check and maintaining a valid driver’s license and safe driving record is required.

Physical Requirements (Required)

• Daily driving, walking, and climbing (ladder and/or stairs).
• Occasional lifting of equipment with team assistance (approx. 105 lbs.)
• Daily bending to perform sample collection.

Additional Information (Required)

• Work schedule: Daily 4:30am – 8:30 am
• Meeting schedule (1-2 hours): Monthly during normal business hours
• Night/weekend requirements: Sampling occurs on weekends and holidays
• Work locations: Remote field work, driving to sampling sites and laboratory
• Sample collection is completed daily, 365 days a year, including weekends and holidays. The collection of samples occurs during an early morning 4-hour shift from 4:30am - 8:30am, during which the candidate will be on-call 365 days/year except when your requested days off are approved. You are compensated for 2 hours while on-call, and when called into the field the candidate will be compensated for the number of hours worked. Additional monthly group meetings and trainings are scheduled with advanced notice (may take place remotely or in person) during normal business hours.
• This position is managed by our Denver, CO office; however, you are required to live in the Jacksonville, Florida area.

The perks of working at Tetra Tech include:

• Comprehensive and market‑competitive benefits.
• Merit‑based financial rewards.
• Flexibility and company‑wide commitment to work/life balance.
• Collaborative team atmosphere that values the contributions of all employees.
• Learning and development opportunities for ongoing professional growth.

Tetra Tech offers a basic core medical plan and our 401k retirement plan for this position.

The Hourly Rate for this position is $28.00/hour, depending on education, experience, skills, and location.

Health and safety play a vital role in our success. Tetra Tech’s employees work together to comply with all applicable health & safety practices and protocols, including any public health orders and regulations that are mandated by local, state, provincial, federal, and international authorities as well as client and project requirements.

About Tetra Tech:

Tetra Tech is the leader in water, environment, and sustainable infrastructure, providing high‑end consulting and engineering services for projects worldwide. Our 25,000 employees work together to provide clear solutions to complex problems by Leading with Science® to address the entire water cycle, protect and restore the environment, design sustainable and resilient infrastructure, and support the clean energy transition. Tetra Tech is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, marital or familial status, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law. Tetra Tech is a VEVRAA federal contractor and we request priority referral of veterans.

We invite applications from all interested parties.

Explore our open positions at https://www.tetratech.com/careers. Follow us on social media to learn more about our people, culture, and opportunities:

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