Senior Field Technician - Air Emissions

About the role

RWDI is seeking a Senior Field Technician – Source Emissions to direct and execute complex source testing projects across various industrial sectors. This role combines hands-on fieldwork with leadership and client-facing responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead project team and perform on-site stack testing and source emissions monitoring in accordance with federal and regional regulatory methods (e.g., EPA Reference Methods, ECCC).
• Plan and manage assigned field deployments, including crew logistics, equipment preparation, and safety procedures.
• Analyze collected data and ensure QA/QC protocols are strictly followed throughout testing and reporting processes.
• Serve as a technical liaison with clients, regulators, and internal teams to communicate project scope, progress, and findings.
• Train, mentor, and oversee junior field technicians and new team members on project assignments.
• Troubleshoot and maintain analytical and sampling skills equipment, ensuring accuracy and reliability.
• Support project scoping, scheduling, and budgeting in collaboration with project managers and senior leadership.
• Keep current with evolving environmental regulations and industry best practices as a team.
• Prepare high-quality technical reports, including regulatory documentation, emissions data summaries, and field observations.

Requirements

• Post-secondary education in Environmental Technology, Engineering, Chemistry or a related field.
• Preferably, a minimum of 5-years experience working in the Air Quality field.
• Ambient monitoring experience is an asset.
• Strong computer and analytical technical “hands-on” skills.
• An aptitude for practical problem-solving.
• Field/site experience is a definite asset.
• Must be legally eligible to work in the United States.
• Must have a valid driver's license.

Qualifications

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong people and team skills as well as being highly motivated.
• An ability to work in a fast-paced team environment with no supervision.
• Exceptional organizational capabilities, coordination, and consultation skills.
• Willingness to travel, and work outdoors including working long hours, evenings, and weekends.
• Collect samples at locations that may require working at heights and outdoors in all weather conditions.

Skills

• Computer and analytical technical “hands-on” skills.
• An aptitude for practical problem-solving.
• Field/site experience is a definite asset.

Benefits

• Salary: $90,000.00 – 140,000.00
• Comprehensive Health Benefits
• Opportunities for career advancement
• Travel perks and adventure opportunities
• A supportive and inclusive workplace culture
• Learning Spending Account
• 401K Matching
• Fitness Allowance