Summary - Field Technician: If you are looking for a hands-on, outdoor role in a stable industry sector with an industry-leading firm, while having a work-life balance, this opportunity may be a great fit for you. As an Environmental Field Technician, you will be gaining valuable field experience while collecting specialized data from municipal water/wastewater systems which is used to help improve these systems. This is an entry-level opportunity where training and development will be provided.
Responsibility Summary - Field Technician:
- Installation of flow monitoring systems within sewer lines.
- Installation of rainfall monitoring equipment.
- Input data into software systems.
- Inspect sewer manholes manually or with telemonitoring equipment.
- Operate and maintain instruments and equipment.
- Accurately document inspections in a timely manner with detailed field notes.
- Adhere to all the safety requirements of the position while assisting team members to do the same.
- All other duties as assigned.
Qualification Summary - Field Technician:
- High school diploma (AS or BS degrees in Civil Engineering, Environmental Science, Geology or a related degree program preferred)
- Valid driver’s license and clean driving record with the ability to operate a company vehicle
- Ability to detect, resolve and report equipment issues (strong electrical and mechanical aptitude preferred)
- Computer literacy with the ability to effectively utilize commonly used computer software programs (experience with GIS strongly preferred)
- Ability to perform all of the physical requirements of position
- Preferred experience/knowledge with field data collection
- Willingness and ability to travel as needed
Physical Demands- Field Technician:
- Standing and walking for long hours
- Use hands and fingers to control, handle and feel objects
- See details of objects from a distance
- Lift, push, and pull up to 50 pounds when necessary
- Work outside year-round in all conditions present
- Climb stairs and walk on uneven terrain
- Squat and crawl