Senior Field Technician – Air Quality and Emissions

Skyline Recruitment Ltd; Warren (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Highly competitive Salary

401K matching

Fitness allowance

Opportunities for travel

Collaborative work culture

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

A leading environmental consulting firm is seeking a Senior Field Technician to conduct and manage emissions testing programs across industrial sectors. The role involves fieldwork, client interactions, and mentoring junior technicians. Candidates should have post-secondary education in a relevant discipline and at least 5 years of experience in emissions testing. This position offers competitive salary, 401K matching, and career advancement opportunities in a supportive work culture.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in air quality, emissions testing, or source monitoring.
• Strong technical, analytical, and hands-on equipment skills.
• Willingness to travel and work outdoors in various conditions.

Responsibilities

• Lead and conduct on-site stack testing and source emissions monitoring.
• Plan and manage field deployments, including crew logistics and safety protocols.
• Analyze emissions data and ensure QA/QC during testing and reporting.

Skills

Technical analysis

Leadership

Communication

Independence

Education

Post-secondary education in Environmental Technology, Engineering, Chemistry

Job description

Senior Field Technician – Air Quality and Emissions

Recruitment by Skyline Recruitment on behalf of a top environmental engineering client

Skyline Recruitment is proud to be partnering with a leading global climate and performance engineering consulting firm to recruit a Senior Field Technician – Air Quality & Emissions. This organization is recognized internationally for its innovation, technical excellence, and ability to deliver high-impact environmental and infrastructure projects.

As a Senior Field Technician, you will play a key role in conducting and leading complex source emissions testing programs across a variety of industrial sectors. This position offers a blend of technical fieldwork, leadership, client interaction, and opportunities for professional growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and conduct on-site stack testing and source emissions monitoring in accordance with federal and regional regulatory standards (e.g., EPA Reference Methods, ECCC).
• Plan, organize, and manage field deployments, including crew logistics, equipment readiness, and safety protocols.
• Analyze emissions data and ensure strict QA/QC procedures are performed throughout testing and reporting.
• Serve as a technical point of contact for clients, regulators, and internal teams to communicate project scope, progress, and results.
• Mentor and supervise junior field technicians, providing training and oversight.
• Troubleshoot and maintain analytical and sampling equipment to ensure accurate and reliable performance.
• Support project scoping, scheduling, and budgeting activities.
• Prepare high-quality technical documentation, including regulatory submissions, emissions reports, and field summaries.
• Stay current with emerging environmental regulations, best practices, and industry trends.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in Environmental Technology, Engineering, Chemistry, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in air quality, emissions testing, or source monitoring.
• Strong technical, analytical, and hands-on equipment skills.
• Ambient air monitoring experience is an asset.
• Previous field or site experience strongly preferred.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work effectively with clients and team members.
• Ability to work independently in fast-paced field environments.
• Willingness to travel and work outdoors, including evenings, weekends, and various weather conditions.
• Legally eligible to work in the United States; valid driver’s license required.

What’s Offered

• Highly competitive Salary
• 401K matching
• Fitness allowance
• Opportunities for travel and field-based work
• A collaborative, supportive work culture
• Career advancement opportunities within a global engineering organization

Seniority Level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Consulting

Industries

Environmental Quality Programs and Environmental Services