Techician II

Verdantas LLC; Town of Florida (NY); Hybrid; USD 44,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Work Environment

401(k) with Company Match

Job summary

Verdantas LLC is seeking an Environmental Scientist II to join our Florida team. You will conduct field and laboratory tests on construction materials, inspect projects for standards compliance, collect and interpret data, and prepare detailed reports. This role supports engineers, travels to sites, and requires strong data accuracy and safety awareness.

We offer a flexible work environment and a clear path for growth within our values-driven, people-first culture.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of environmental, geotechnical, or construction-related fieldwork.
• Familiarity with field sampling techniques, soil and groundwater testing, and use of field instruments.
• Ability to read and interpret plans and specifications.
• Comfortable working outdoors in varying conditions and lifting equipment as needed.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accurate data collection and documentation.
• Knowledge of health and safety protocols and ability to follow established procedures.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with engineers and project managers.
• Flexibility to travel to project sites and adapt to changing schedules.

Responsibilities

• Conduct advanced field and laboratory tests on construction materials, structures, and systems.
• Perform inspections and assessments of projects to ensure compliance with specifications and standards.
• Collect, analyze, and interpret data from tests and inspections.
• Prepare detailed technical reports and documentation of findings.
• Operate and maintain advanced field and laboratory equipment.
• Assist in the development and implementation of project plans and protocols.
• Provide technical support and guidance to junior staff and team members.
• Participate in quality control and quality assurance programs.
• Communicate findings and recommendations to the Project Manager/Supervisor.
• Follow all safety guidelines and procedures.

Skills

Field sampling

Data collection

Communication skills

Reading plans

Health & safety

Education

Associate degree or technical training preferred

Tools

Soil testing equipment

Field instrumentation

Job description

Welcome to Verdantas, where innovation meets sustainability, and your career finds purpose! At Verdantas, we're redefining environmental consulting and sustainable engineering through our use of cutting-edge modeling and digital technology and our genuine commitment to people. Our work spans high-growth sectors like water resources, resilient land use, energy transformation, and civil infrastructure. Our commitment to excellence, across more than 90 offices, is championed by a team of over 2,000 experts, scientists, engineers, geologists, and technical specialists, embedded in a people-focused culture, prioritizing the well-being of our employees, clients, and the communities we serve. We partner with clients to deliver smart, data-driven solutions to complex environmental and infrastructure challenges. We don't just solve problems; we help shape a more sustainable future. Join a people-first culture that values your well-being, empowers your growth, and amplifies your impact. At Verdantas, your career goes beyond the expected, and your work helps build a better world. Ready to shape the future of resilient communities? Verdantas is seeking an Environmental Scientist II to join our Florida team.

What You'll Do

• Conduct advanced field and laboratory tests on construction materials, structures, and systems
• Perform inspections and assessments of projects to ensure compliance with specifications and standards
• Collect, analyze, and interpret data from tests and inspections
• Prepare detailed technical reports and documentation of findings
• Operate and maintain advanced field and laboratory equipment
• Assist in the development and implementation of project plans and protocols
• Provide technical support and guidance to junior staff and team members
• Participate in quality control and quality assurance programs
• Communicate findings and recommendations to the Project Manager/Supervisor
• Follow all safety guidelines and procedures

What You'll Bring

• High school diploma or equivalent; associate degree or technical training preferred
• 2+ years of experience in environmental, geotechnical, or construction-related fieldwork
• Familiarity with field sampling techniques, soil and groundwater testing, and use of field instruments
• Ability to read and interpret plans and specifications
• Comfortable working outdoors in varying conditions and lifting equipment as needed
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accurate data collection and documentation
• Knowledge of health and safety protocols and ability to follow established procedures
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with engineers and project managers
• Flexibility to travel to project sites and adapt to changing schedules

Salary Range: The starting salary for this position is $28.00 per hour, with final compensation determined based on qualifications and licensing status.

Benefits

• Flexible Work Environment
• 401(k) with Company Match

Verdantas strives to develop new ways to increase diversity awareness within our organization.

We recruit and reward our employees based on capability and performance - regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, lifestyle, age, educational background, national origin, religion, or physical ability.

For us, it is imperative to build balanced teams from all walks of life and we believe that a diverse workforce is a stronger workforce.

Verdantas is an EOE race/color/religion/sex/sexual orientation/gender identity/national origin/disability/vet