Field Technician

Your Capabilities and Credentials

• Ability to work with limited oversight,
• Ability to pass a background security check
• Mechanically inclined
• Has existing basic set of tools (wrenches, screw drivers, socket set)
• Is willing to learn the science of groundwater sampling using and calibrating scientific equipment
• Strong organization and time management skills
• Strong interpersonal skills and professionalism
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, including exceptional MS Office skills.
• Strong note-taking skills and attention to detail.
• Basic understanding of technical writing skills.
• Experienced at working well in a team atmosphere and independently as required.
• Working understanding of policies and procedures for HSSE, including client-specific training (as required).
• Must have the willingness to learn new skills while conducting field work
• Experience/knowledge of hazardous materials as emergency response are desirable.
• Conscientious, organized, and disciplined.
• Builds and maintains productive professional and personal networking relationships within their technical team and Business Center.
• Good driving record and valid driver’s license required

      Preferred Skills & Abilities:

• Plumbing and electrical experience is a plus
• Ability to tow and back a trailer is a plus
• Working knowledge of field sampling techniques is a plus.
• Experience performing equipment maintenance as well as using and trouble-shooting electronic field instruments
• Able to consistently record clear, detailed field notes, and have very good to excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Able to work independently to successfully complete fieldwork (sampling, equipment maintenance/repair, or other activities)
• After a minimum of 4 weeks of training, be able to independently identify equipment materials and supplies needed for sampling events or other routine fieldwork; able to order field equipment from vendors and suppliers at costs within a specified budget
• Interface in a positive manner with staff including senior engineers, geologists, and project managers
• Intermediate experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams
• 40-hour OSHA HAZWOPER training

Education and Experience

• High School diploma, Associates Degree a plus; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum of 0-2 years of experience.

Typical office environment working with computers and remaining sedentary for long periods of time. Field work may include exposure to the elements including inclement weather.

This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.

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