Ambient Field Technician

Montrose Environmental Group • Baton Rouge, LA

5d • $24 - $28 • Onsite

About The Position

About Us We build careers grounded in purpose, responsibility and real-world impact. “For Planet and Progress” is our north star that guides everything we do. We believe environmental responsibility and human progress are interconnected, interwoven and international. Our scientists, engineers, field teams, consultants and professionals collaborate across disciplines and geographies, guiding industries and governments, ensuring that communities and environments thrive. When you join us, you’re not just forging a career, you’re joining a movement. A movement for better thinking, smarter solutions and lasting impact. Together, we will advance our way of life and protect the integrity of our environment every step of the way. A Day in the Life As an Ambient Field Technician, you’ll get hands-on experience collecting data while spending most of their time outdoors in a hardhat rather than in a cubicle The compensation range for this role is $24 to $28/hr., commensurate with experience, skills, and geographic location. To thrive in this role, you’ll be comfortable taking ownership of the following responsibilities: Assist in preparation, deployment, testing/sampling of air monitoring activities Independently and effectively assemble, operate, and troubleshoot ambient air testing equipment Ensure project preparation is complete before going into the field; this includes preparation, cleaning procedures, repair, and calibration Practice safety methods and procedures, and report all potential dangers, hazards, or unsafe work practices to the supervisor Provide excellent customer service to all clients Assist with laboratory, shop, and equipment maintenance Your Expertise and Skills These requirements reflect the knowledge, skills and abilities that help you do your best work here. We’re blazing new trails. Forget everything you think you know about how environmental companies work. Montrose Environmental Group was designed from the ground up to deliver a better experience and better outcomes for both our clients and our employees. We’re growing rapidly—with a purpose. We’re bringing the best minds on board, and giving them the freedom to focus on what matters most: coming up with ingenious, effective ways to measure, assess, and address real-world situations. The kind that face industries of all kinds right now, and the kind that we want to be the first to see on the horizon. When we do that, we add value. We create opportunities for our clients and ourselves. We grow. We learn. We make a real difference in the world around us. You can help lead the way. Are you ready to innovate? Collaborate? Meet the requirements of ever-evolving regulations and keep up with the demands of a dynamic, expanding team? Work across disciplines to develop solutions no one has seen before? Apply today to join our Montrose team! Montrose is committed to being an inclusive workplace. Montrose is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. You can read more about EEO here or view the EEO Posters. If you’d like to view a copy of the company’s affirmative action plan or policy statement, please email [email protected]. If you have a disability and you believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an online application, please e-mail [email protected] or call 949-988-3500. This email and phone number are created exclusively to assist disabled job seekers whose disability prevents them from being able to apply online. Only messages left for this purpose will be returned. Messages left for other purposes, such as following up on an application or technical issues not related to a disability, will not receive a response.

Requirements

• Ability to travel up to 50%
• Ability to work in industrial settings & outdoors
• High School diploma through bachelor's degree
• Valid driver's license
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment, with proven time management and prioritization skills
• Ability to work independently and with minimal supervision
• Working knowledge of computer software, such as MS Office Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Ability to climb stairs and ladders
• Lifting up to 50 pounds several times a day
• Ability to pass background check & drug screen
• Often works outdoors and may be exposed to hot and cold environments and extreme weather conditions, including sunlit, rainy and windy conditions

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparation, deployment, testing/sampling of air monitoring activities
• Independently and effectively assemble, operate, and troubleshoot ambient air testing equipment
• Ensure project preparation is complete before going into the field; this includes preparation, cleaning procedures, repair, and calibration
• Practice safety methods and procedures, and report all potential dangers, hazards, or unsafe work practices to the supervisor
• Provide excellent customer service to all clients
• Assist with laboratory, shop, and equipment maintenance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees