Environmental Field-Testing Technician

About the role

This entry-level position involves conducting air emissions testing for industrial clients. The role requires working outdoors or in industrial environments as part of a test crew. Candidates must be willing to travel regionally within the state on a weekly basis, including overnight hotel stays as needed. The role involves working at heights on platforms and climbing smokestacks (50ft–300ft).

Responsibilities

• Support basic aspects of testing projects, including equipment preparation, deployment, staging/breakdown, sample collection, and recovery.
• Conduct on-site field testing and transport testing equipment to customer sites.
• Prepare testing equipment and ensure quality assurance.
• Represent the company professionally at customer sites and in the office.
• Follow test methods, procedures, and processes for quality source testing.
• Apply mechanical and electrical skills to troubleshoot testing systems.

Requirements

• Willingness to work outdoors in industrial environments (extreme heat, cold, wind, etc.).
• Ability and willingness to work at elevated heights on stack platforms up to 300 feet.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• Ability to travel weekly in a company vehicle, including overnight stays.
• Physical ability to:
  • Stand or walk consistently.
  • Bend, crouch, or stoop frequently.
  • Lift objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
  • Climb ladders and/or stairs.
  • Use tools or equipment requiring a high degree of dexterity.
  • Distinguish between shades of color.

Preferred Qualifications

• Background or experience in environmental response/sample collection, mechanical, construction, or electrical work fields.
• Experience with or strong aptitude to learn MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and Adobe products.

Skills

• Mechanical and electrical troubleshooting.
• High degree of dexterity for handling tools and equipment.
• Teamwork and professional representation.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
• Flexible Spending Accounts.
• 401(K) Plan with Competitive Match.
• Continuing Education and Tuition Assistance.
• Employer-Sponsored Disability Benefits.
• Life Insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Holidays, and Bonus Floating Holiday (if hired before July 1st).
• Profit Sharing or Individual Bonus Programs.
• Referral Program.
• Per Diem & Paid Travel.
• Employee Discount Hub.

Pay

The pay range for this entry-level role is $28–$30 per hour, based on candidate experience, qualifications, market, and business considerations.

Schedule

Monday–Friday with some travel (company vehicle provided) and paid hotel stays. Most weekends are off.