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Environmental Technician I
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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.
$50,390 / year median in North Dakota
+9% projected growth
Job Description
General Responsibilities Joining Terracon as an Entry-Level Environmental Technician is a great opportunity to begin your environmental career with hands-on experience in the field. You'll spend much of your time working outdoors, collecting samples, monitoring sites, and supporting a variety of environmental projects. Terracon offers opportunities for overtime , competitive earnings, and career growth through training and development, making it an excellent place to build your skills and advance your career. Perform tests and sampling of environmental materials including air, groundwater, building materials, and noise. Operates field monitoring equipment. Assists with operation and maintenance of remediation systems. May assist with asbestos surveys, abatement projects and Phase I preliminary site assessments. Transport material samples or documents to the lab for further testing and analysis. Tabulate and prepare data for written reports. Cleans and maintains field monitoring equipment. Adhere to strict safety standards. Essential Roles And Responsibilities Performs basic tests as directed using well-defined procedures Assists in basic survey/ measurement data Assists in operating and maintaining remediation systems Assists in construction of groundwater monitoring wells Assists higher level technicians on complex tasks. Will be placed in a progressively increased role of training and responsibility in work assignments. Follow safety rules, guidelines and standards for all projects. Participate in pre-task planning. Report any safety issues or concerns to management. Be responsible for maintaining quality standards on all projects. Requirements High school diploma or equivalent. Minimum 0-2 years of relevant experience or the equivalent in training and related experience. A valid driver's license with acceptable violation history may be required. Preferred Qualifications Certification in field of expertise.