Environmental Technician I

Primary Responsibilities

• participating in field programs that include the collection of soil, surface water, groundwater, sediment, and air samples for laboratory analysis.
• supporting GIS and data management teams.
• using, maintaining, and calibrating field equipment used for sampling and testing.
• assisting in the proper disposal of hazardous waste and maintaining inventory and databases.
• overseeing and monitoring the work of subcontractors including drill rig crews, surveyors, construction crews, and remediation work.
• soliciting cost estimates from subcontractors to support proposal preparation.
• supporting preparation of technical reports, which may include importing electronic laboratory data reports into FPM’s and clients’ data management systems.
• preparing written reports of field activities, observations, and findings and preparing graphics and figures of results.

Education And/or Experience

• High school degree or GED equivalent.
• Post-secondary education or prior professional experience a plus.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Ability to travel.
• Experience with Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to participate in safety training and follow company safety standards.
• Excellent technical report writing and communication skills.
• Desire to work as part of a team.
• Attention to detail.
• Effective decision making and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to adapt to changing situations.

Security Clearance

• Must be able to successfully complete a U.S. government administered investigation.

Physical Demands

• Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to be able to stand; walk; sit; use hands to handle tools and controls; operate vehicles and equipment, reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop; kneel.
• Field work is performed in on various outdoor terrain and regularly requires the ability to navigate uneven ground or other obstacles found in natural surroundings.

Travel

• Travel to field sites across the United States will be required.

Work Environment

• General office and field work environment.