Environmental Field Technician

Topographic, Co.•Oklahoma City, OK

About The Position

The Environmental Field Technician position applies practical field experience and working knowledge of environmental processes to support site investigations, regulatory compliance, and remediation activities. This role involves independent fieldwork, including groundwater and soil sampling, contractor oversight, and data collection at environmentally impacted sites. The position requires familiarity with applicable regulatory frameworks, with preference given to experience with the Oklahoma Corporation Commission Petroleum Storage Tank Division, and emphasizes maintaining safe work practices, proper sample handling, and accurate documentation to support environmental compliance and remediation objectives.

Requirements

Working knowledge of environmental field sampling methods, including groundwater, soil, and soil gas sampling.
Ability to work independently in field settings and make sound decisions with limited supervision.
Strong attention to detail with the ability to accurately collect, document, and manage field data.
Familiarity with chain-of-custody procedures and proper sample handling protocols.
Ability to operate, maintain, and calibrate environmental sampling and monitoring equipment.
Basic surveying skills (e.g., measuring elevations, GPS data collection).
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook) for data management and reporting.
Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple field tasks.
Effective communication skills for coordinating with team members, contractors, and project managers.
Commitment to maintaining a safe work environment and adherence to health and safety protocols.

Responsibilities

Plan, coordinate, and execute field investigations and data collection activities in accordance with applicable state and federal regulations.
Develop, purge, and sample groundwater monitoring wells using accepted industry practices.
Collect soil, groundwater, and soil gas samples, including installation of sub-slab vapor points.
Maintain sample integrity and documentation in accordance with strict chain-of-custody protocols.
Perform elevation surveying and documentation for monitoring wells and site features.
Conduct remedial activities at environmentally impacted sites, including support of excavation and soil management efforts.
Provide field oversight and coordination of subcontractors, including drillers, surveyors, and remediation contractors.
Perform non-hazardous waste characterization and disposal activities in accordance with regulatory requirements.
Operate, maintain, and calibrate environmental monitoring and sampling equipment.
Utilize hand tools and small equipment (e.g., hand augers) for subsurface soil and environmental sampling.
Assist with site inspections, assessments, and documentation to support regulatory compliance and reporting.
Collect accurate, detailed field data and maintain organized field logs, notes, and photographic documentation.
Adhere to company health and safety protocols and maintain a safe work environment at all times.
Support preparation of field reports, figures, and data summaries using Microsoft Office Suite.
Travel as required to project sites, including out-of-state assignments.