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Environmental Field Technician
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What they do
An Environmental Technician assists with testing and sampling or monitoring needed for environmental clean-up efforts or projects to mitigate environmental pollution. Assists environmental engineers or environmental scientists. Collects air, water or soil samples, operates field test equipment and conducts laboratory research. Coordinates work at sites with contaminated soil or water, or hazardous waste clean-up sites.
$53,510 / year median in Massachusetts
+12% projected growth
Job Description
- The 'Apply with SEEK option' will be utilized for International applicants, mainly Australia. If this does not apply to you please use the 'Apply' option.
IF YOU CARE, THERE'S A PLACE FOR YOU HERE EFI
Global is a full-service engineering, fire investigation, environmental, health and safety, and specialty consulting services firm serving a variety of industries in both the public and private sectors. Over the last four decades, we have grown from a boutique firm specializing in handling insurance fraud and arson cases and providing expert witness testimony, into a recognized global leader in engineering failure analysis, origin-and-cause investigations, environmental consulting, laboratory testing and specialty consulting. Our forensic investigation, engineering and environmental services teams around the world share a dedication to expertise, quality and demonstrating to customers that caring counts®. Each of our more than 700 professional engineers, fire investigators, architects and scientists was selected for their technical proficiency, in-depth industry knowledge and commitment to professional integrity. Together, our diverse backgrounds and collective insights empower clients to make better-informed business decisions. EFI's combination of global solutions and local expertise has earned the firm a reputation for delivering timely responses that consistently meet our clients' expectations—anytime, anywhere. Click here to learn more about EFI Global.PRIMARY PURPOSE
- To provides field services and collaborates with scientists, Sr. Environmental Field Technicians, and forensic experts on environmental investigation projects to provide consulting services to clients regarding environmental health and safety (EHS) issues in accordance with assignments from clients or assigned legal counsel.
ESSENTIAL
FUNCTIONS andRESPONSIBILITIES
- + Conducts microbial, lead, asbestos, and industrial hygiene inspections and sampling.
ADDITIONAL
FUNCTIONS andRESPONSIBILITIES
- + Performs other duties as assigned. + Supports the organization's quality program(s).
QUALIFICATIONS
- Education & Licensing
- Associates degree in Environmental Science, Microbiology, Industrial Hygiene, or related science from an accredited college or university preferred.
- Experience
- High school diploma and two (2) years of experience or equivalent combination of experience and education required.
- Skills & Knowledge
- + Knowledge and understanding of current industry standards, regulations, techniques, and equipment for performance of EHS services.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
- When applicable and appropriate, consideration will be given to reasonable accommodations.
Mental:
- Clear and conceptual thinking ability; excellent judgment, troubleshooting, problem solving, analysis, and discretion; ability to handle work-related stress; ability to handle multiple priorities simultaneously; and ability to meet deadlines
Physical:
- + Must be able to stand and/or walk for long periods of time. + Must be able to kneel, squat or bend. + Must be able to work outdoors in hot and/or cold weather conditions. + Have the ability to climb, crawl, stoop, kneel, reaching/working overhead, + Be able lift/carry up to 50 pounds + Be able to push/pull up to 100 pounds. + Be able to drive up to 4 hours per day.
Auditory/Visual:
- Hearing, vision and talking The statements contained in this document are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by a colleague assigned to this description.