Field Technician - Environmental Consulting

Job Description

Job Description

Our AET Business Unit is seeking a Field Technician to help with our growing environmental consulting and remediation line in scenic Miami!

Position Description - Field Technician - AET

Business Group / Dept : Operations

FLSA : Non-Exempt

Reports To : Project Manager

Date : August 10, 2022

Purpose of the Position

Perform a variety of field and technical tasks associated with the phases of environmental site investigation and remediation under the direction of the project manager.

Essential Position Responsibilities

• Perform groundwater sampling collection at various sites pursuant to government regulations and AET Standard Operating Procedures.
• Performs operation and maintenance of remedial treatment systems to include monthly scheduled visits, system restarts, trouble shooting for system failures and maintenance / repair of system components.
• May assist in geological site investigations including groundwater, soil, sediment and surface water sampling under the direction of the project manager.
• Conducts field oversight of drilling subcontractors including oversight of well installation, soil / groundwater sampling and testing.
• Assists with physical duties associated with excavations, remediation system installations, remediation system modifications, and site restoration.
• Coordinates sample packing and shipping to laboratory subcontractor.
• May operate heavy equipment, power tools, hand tools, and engage in moderate to heavy lifting.
• Helps ensure that all activities meet or exceed the customer's expectations, Company standards, and all applicable safety and environmental regulations.

Physical activities : Must be on feet for up to 10 hours per day; regular standing, sitting, kneeling, twisting, bending; must be able to push, pull, lift, and carry up to 50 pounds; must be able to work in extreme hot / cold, wet / dry environment; must be able to perform repetitive motions such as lifting, carrying, shoveling

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) : Steel toed footwear; hard hat; safety vest; protective eyewear; gloves

Safety Sensitive : Yes

Travel : 25% to 100%

Licenses / Certifications Required : 40-hour HAZWOPER; satisfactory employee physical

Preferred Education / Certifications : High School Diploma or GED; OSHA 30; experience in environmental / engineering company