Environmental Technician

About Us

At Onterris, we build careers grounded in purpose, responsibility and real-world impact. “For Planet and Progress” is our north star that guides everything we do. We believe environmental responsibility and human progress are interconnected, interwoven and international. Our scientists, engineers, field teams, consultants and professionals collaborate across disciplines and geographies, guiding industries and governments, ensuring that communities and environments thrive. When you join us, you’re not just forging a career, you’re joining a movement. A movement for better thinking, smarter solutions and lasting impact. Together, we will advance our way of life and protect the integrity of our environment every step of the way.

A DAY IN THE LIFE

The Environmental Technician position is located in Tampa, FL. The compensation range for this role is $25.00 to $30.00 an hour, commensurate with experience, skills, and geographic location. To thrive in this role, you’ll be comfortable taking ownership of the following responsibilities:

• Serves as Team Lead and provides training and direction to other staff
• Operates field monitoring equipment including but not limited to: PID/FID, pH, EC, DO, GEM, turbidity, water level, LEL meters, trimble (or other geolocating equipment)
• Carefully documents monitoring and testing results on field forms and prepares field daily reports and data sheets
• Collections samples using a variety of sampling methods
• Conducts environmental collection, monitoring, sampling, testing and basic evaluation at various locations
• Performs operations and maintenance (O&M) on environmental treatment equipment
• Completes Chain-of-Custody forms and labels samples, strictly following regulatory handling and preservation protocols for various sample media and delivers samples to an environmental laboratory
• Makes measurements and records treatment operational data
• Enters monitoring data from the field inspection forms into electronic spreadsheets in Word and/or Excel format
• Ensures proper labeling and handling of hazardous material and waste
• Communicates promptly with other Project Managers and client contacts to inform of site conditions and activities
• Troubleshoots and repairs mechanical system issues or failures
• Manages proper disposal for hazardous material and waste
• Maintains confidentiality at all times
• Exercises safe work practices by following all Company safety rules and OSHA regulations, including attendance at all required safety training programs
• Participates in the company’s continuous improvement programs and provides support to team efforts
• Keeps up-to-date and current on industry trends by completing formal training, reviewing professional publications, and attending professional workshops
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Manages a portfolio of 25-35 projects
• Involves in all aspects of project management including revenue projection and invoicing

Expertise and Skills

• Four year degree in Geology, Environmental Science or related field
• 1+ years of experience performing environmental collection, monitoring, sampling, testing and basic evaluation
• Valid Class C driver's license with a clean driving record
• Ability/willingness to travel
• Complete and maintain HAZWOPER certification with the 40 hour HAZWOPER environmental health and safety class, and annual 8-hour refresher classes
• Ability to lift 50 pounds such as monitoring equipment and tools, with or without assistance
• Proficient with Microsoft Office software
• Ability to interface with cross-functional teams and all levels of personnel/management
• Solid organization and time/project management skills
• Effective verbal and written communication skills, must have legible handwriting
• Able to work independently
• Familiarity with supervision of drilling
• Familiarity with FDEP Petroleum Restoration Program
• 3+ years of experience performing environmental collection, monitoring, sampling, testing and basic evaluation