Environmental Field Technician

Montrose Environmental Group • Lake Charles, LA

420d • $50,000 - $60,000

About The Position

The Fugitive Emission Technician position at Montrose involves performing inspections in the Oil and Gas Industry to identify and quantify hydrocarbon gas leaks and vents. This full-time role requires extensive travel across the USA and offers a unique opportunity to work with industry-leading technologies in environmental engineering. The technician will be responsible for data collection, equipment calibration, and preparing field reports, all while adhering to safety protocols and compliance requirements.

Requirements

• Understanding of EPA Subpart VV, VVa, KKK, OOOO, OOOOa, and W Fugitive Emission Monitoring requirements.
• Knowledge/Experience on US EPA and ASTM stack testing methodologies is an asset.
• Experience in the Oil and Gas industry, preferably with natural gas processing/transmission facility experience.
• Effective computer skills, particularly in Excel and Microsoft Office, and proficiency with Android OS.
• Ability to work 12-hour shifts (days only).
• Ability to walk and/or stand while handling/carrying various technical equipment for extended periods of time.
• Comfortable occasionally working at heights in a safe manner.
• Willingness to travel.
• Valid driver's license.
• Preference for candidates with an Associates or Bachelors Degree in engineering technology or applicable technical degree/diploma.

Nice To Haves

• Related work experience in hydrocarbon detection and measurement, LDAR, instrumentation, or stack emission testing.
• Mechanical background.

Responsibilities

• Assist in coordinating and navigating to various facilities using maps and GPS.
• Help calibrate and maintain detection and measurement equipment.
• Use various detection and measurement technologies under the supervision of the Team Lead.
• Collect and record emission data accurately.
• Prepare field reports as required.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation packages
• Industry leading benefits packages including company paid life and disability insurance
• Paid parental leave benefits
• Progressive vacation policies and company holidays including floating holidays
• 401(k) plan and competitive match
• Financial assistance program to support peers in need
• Educational reimbursement program
• Access to best rates in the industry for student loan debt reduction.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Administrative and Support Services
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees