Field Tech 1

About the role

Join Pace® as a Stack Tester / Field Technician – Start Your Career in Environmental Science!

Responsibilities

• Travel across the U.S. to provide onsite stack testing services.
• Use cutting-edge scientific equipment to collect and analyze air emissions such as particulates, metals, acid gases, sulfur gases, and volatile organic compounds.
• Work at elevated heights on stacks and rooftops, physically mobilizing gear—think of it as science meets fieldwork adventure.
• Perform sampling following EPA, NIOSH, and OSHA protocols and our internal QA guidelines.
• Interact directly with clients, work collaboratively with your team, and contribute to real-world environmental compliance.

Requirements

• Physically capable and comfortable working outdoors in all weather and at high elevations.
• Have a valid driver’s license (clean driving record); trailer experience is a plus.
• Not afraid of heights—bonus points if you’ve worked in elevated settings before.
• Strong communicator and problem-solver who works well independently or with a team.
• Able to multitask in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• AS/BS in Environmental Science or a related field preferred.
• Relevant work or field experience is a bonus—but if you’re driven to learn, we’re excited to train you!

Skills

• Basic computer and math skills required.

Benefits

• 401(k) with company match.
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Disability Insurance.
• Health Savings Account (HSA).
• Paid Time Off + Overtime Opportunities.
• Paid Travel Expenses.
• QSTI Certification Assistance.
• Career growth opportunities within Pace’s nationwide network.

Schedule & Travel

• Schedule based on client needs – Full time Monday through Friday with High probability of Overtime.
• Frequent overnight travel (50%+ of the time).
• Occasional weekend hours with rate shift differential.
• Fieldwork includes outdoor environments and heights.

Pay

• $22.50 per hour.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits program which includes competitive salaries, medical, dental vision, 401K retirement savings plan (100% vested immediately in the employer match), life, disability and voluntary benefits, paid time off for holiday, sick and vacation days, HSA, wellness program, flexible spending accounts, tuition reimbursement, Employee Assistance program, parental leave, optional legal coverage and ID theft.