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Field Environmental Technician

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SWA

Syracuse, NY (In Person)

$64,480 Salary, Full-Time

Posted 1 week ago (Updated 6 days ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 7/31/2026

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Job Description

Field Environmental Technician
SWA - 4.0
Syracuse, NY Job Details Full-time $30 - $32 an hour 12 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Qualifications Hazardous Waste Operations & Emergency Response Training High school diploma or GED Driver's License Water systems Cleaning Full Job Description SWA is seeking a Field Environmental Technician in Syracuse, NY!
Pay:
Up to $32 ( based on experience )
Schedule:
Monday-Friday 8:00am-4:30pm
Minimum Requirements:
High School diploma or equivalent. Valid driver's license. Strong interpersonal and communication skills. Willingness to learn and adapt in a hands-on, field-based role.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience with water treatment plant operations and maintenance. Solid mechanical skills and ability to work independently. Familiarity with PLC and SCADA systems Previous HAZWOPER or Confined Space Entry training
Key Responsibilities:
Support the plant electrician during electrical maintenance and troubleshooting tasks, serving as an extra set of hands during inspections, repairs, lockout/tagout activities, and equipment testing. Perform daily Operations and Maintenance duties at groundwater treatment plants and associated sites. Assist with operating and maintaining water treatment equipment, including pumps, valves, piping systems, filtration units, and process instrumentation. Demonstrate strong electrical awareness when working around energized equipment, control panels, motors, and sensors, ensuring safe work practices at all times. Conduct in depth mechanical equipment repair, including pump rebuilds, lubrication, component replacement, lancing of conveyance lines, and mechanical cleaning. Apply strong equipment troubleshooting skills to identify operational issues involving both mechanical and electrical components. Perform routine site inspections, verify proper system operations, and document conditions and field data. Communicate system deficiencies, repair needs, and recommended solutions with team members and field supervisors. Utilize or learn PLC and SCADA system interfaces; prior experience is helpful but not required. Support additional field tasks as needed, including construction equipment operation, building and grounds maintenance, assist sampling crews on an as needed basis, and general facility support.
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$30.00 - $32.00 per hour
Benefits:
Health insurance
Work Location:
In person