Senior Technician - Environmental or Engineering

Geosyntec Consultants, Inc.; Acton (MA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking a Senior Technician to join their team in Acton, MA. This role involves hands-on fieldwork, including sample collection and monitoring construction projects for environmental compliance. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in environmental science or engineering, with a passion for outdoor work and a commitment to safety. The company values professional development and offers extensive training opportunities, making this a great position for someone looking to advance their career in environmental consulting. Join a team dedicated to making a positive impact on the environment and contributing to meaningful projects.

Benefits

Competitive Pay

Well-being Programs

Professional Development Opportunities

Paid Training

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in environmental or engineering fields.
• Strong mathematical background for calculations and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Conduct field tests and monitor compliance on construction sites.
• Prepare detailed reports and interact with project personnel.

Skills

Fieldwork

Mathematical Skills

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Mechanical Systems Troubleshooting

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate Degree

Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Science

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

Overview

Do you want to build an impactful career to change the world for the better?

Geosyntec has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Technician - Environmental or Engineering in our Acton, MA office. The position will assist with sample collection of diverse materials including, but not limited to, soil, sediment, water, and air for environmental tests; compile construction quality assurance (CQA) monitoring data related to landfill and environmental remediation construction projects, provide neat, accurate, and comprehensive documentation of all field-related activities to senior level project personnel; and provide additional field and office support to geologists and engineers for a diverse private and public sector client base. The role requires the ability to comprehend construction plans and specifications and a strong willingness to perform extensive fieldwork and travel for extensive periods of time, including overnights, weekends, and holidays; and a strong willingness to work outdoors. An interest in building a career in the environmental consulting field is essential.

Geosyntec is an innovative, international engineering and consulting firm serving private and public-sector clients to address new ventures and complex problems involving our environment, natural resources, and civil infrastructure. Our engineers, scientists, technical and project employees serve our clients from offices across the world. Ranked by ENR as one of the top environmental engineering design firms, Geosyntec is internationally known for its technical leadership, broad experience, and exceptional client service.

We invest in our people. Each employee is unique, and your career at Geosyntec will be too. We offer competitive pay and benefits, and well-being programs to support you and your family.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

1. Perform field and on-site laboratory tests on soil, geosynthetics, and other materials primarily associated with landfill and/or waste containment system construction;
2. Perform in-place moisture-density results to verify project compaction requirements are met;
3. Oversee drilling, logging of borings, and instrumentation installation;
4. Monitor activities on job sites to assure compliance with relevant contract documents (e.g., technical specifications, construction drawings, sampling plans, CQA plans etc.);
5. Provide CQA monitoring on several types of construction and/or environmental activities on enviro-civil construction sites;
6. Prepare daily and weekly field reports, construction schedules & progress reports;
7. Assure project documentation is correct and consistent with company policy & procedures;
8. Interact with project personnel (contractors, project managers, engineers & clients) and assist in cultivating an integrated team approach through open lines of communications and participation in work progress meetings;
9. Assist in the preparation of the final reports, work plans, health and safety documents, and the assembly of report appendices;
10. Observe and abide by the policies and procedures outlined in the site-specific project health and safety plans and the company's Environmental Health and Safety Management policies and procedures;
11. Perform tasks in other company practice areas including general construction services, environmental sampling, contractor oversight, or construction quality assurance activities, as needed.

Training: This position requires OSHA health and safety, radiation safety (for a portable soil moisture/density gauge), first aid, and CPR training and medical monitoring that will be paid for by Geosyntec. We also offer professional and technical development opportunities including in-house seminars, webinars, and mentoring, that allow our staff to build the technical and business skills necessary to become successful consultants.
Fieldwork: Up to 100%
Overnight travel: Up to 100%

Education and Licensure

1. High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and a minimum of four (4) years of applicable experience; or an Associate degree or equivalent from a two-year college and a minimum of two (2) years of applicable experience; or a Bachelor's degree in science, construction management, engineering, physical science, environmental science, or related subjects; or equivalent combination of education, experience and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, Technical experience in construction services, geotechnical, environmental, or related engineering disciplines. (required)
2. Practical field experience conducting operation and maintenance of mechanical systems including simple troubleshooting of mechanical and electrical systems. (preferred)
3. Exposure to the execution of in-situ and ex-situ remediation projects technologies such as chemical injection technologies, pump and treat systems, and landfill gas recovery systems (preferred).
4. Working knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and Word software programs. (required)
5. Strong mathematical background with the ability to perform calculations in basic geometry and use of algebra. (required)
6. Ability to work both independently and as part of a team, be self-motivated and possess a strong work ethic. (required)
7. Ability to regularly lift and/or move up to 49 pounds unaided and 50-100 pounds with assistance and/or proper engineering controls. (required)
8. Ability to spend the workday standing and walking across construction sites when needed. (required)
9. Ability to speak and hear, stand, walk, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. (required)
10. Ability to communicate verbally and in writing (e.g., emails) with peers, subcontractors, supervisors, and clients to report findings, convey ideas and explain observations. (required)
11. Regular field work and overnight travel. (required)
12. Health & Safety training, medical monitoring, and client-driven drug and background testing. (required)
13. Valid U.S. driver's license, satisfactory driving record, and reliable transportation, for business travel. (required)