Environmental Field Technician

EFI Global•Los Angeles, CA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

EFI Global is a full-service engineering, fire investigation, environmental, health and safety, and specialty consulting services firm serving a variety of industries in both the public and private sectors. Over the last four decades, we have grown from a boutique firm specializing in handling insurance fraud and arson cases and providing expert witness testimony, into a recognized global leader in engineering failure analysis, origin-and-cause investigations, environmental consulting, laboratory testing and specialty consulting. Our forensic investigation, engineering and environmental services teams around the world share a dedication to expertise, quality and demonstrating to customers that caring counts®. Each of our more than 700 professional engineers, fire investigators, architects and scientists was selected for their technical proficiency, in-depth industry knowledge and commitment to professional integrity. Together, our diverse backgrounds and collective insights empower clients to make better-informed business decisions. EFI’s combination of global solutions and local expertise has earned the firm a reputation for delivering timely responses that consistently meet our clients’ expectations—anytime, anywhere. Click here to learn more about EFI Global. PRIMARY PURPOSE: To provide field services and collaborates with scientists, Sr. Environmental Field Technicians, and forensic experts on environmental investigation projects to provide consulting services to clients regarding environmental due diligence issues in accordance with assignments from clients or assigned legal counsel.

Requirements

High school diploma and two (2) years of experience or equivalent combination of experience and education required.
Must have a valid driver’s license with clean driving history.
Knowledge and understanding of current industry standards, regulations, techniques, and equipment for performance of EHS services.
Excellent oral and written communication
PC literate, including Microsoft Office products
Good organizational skills
Excellent interpersonal skills
Analytical and interpretive skills
Problem solving skills
Ability to manage multiple projects and set priorities
Ability to work independently or in a team environment
Ability to meet or exceed Performance Competencies
Credit security clearance, confirmed via a background credit check, is required for this position.

Nice To Haves

Associate's degree in environmental science, Microbiology, Industrial Hygiene, or related science from an accredited college or university preferred.
OSHA Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response (HAZWOPER) training is preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform fieldwork for due diligence and hazardous inventory service lines.
Documents and maintains billable hours on a time and expense basis, as applicable, for services rendered for external clients.
Gathers detailed notes, takes photographs of site observations during fieldwork.
Prepares inspection reports based on scientific findings and scope of work per project.
Follows industry acceptable methodology for performance of services.
Develops and maintains positive relationships with clients, colleagues, subcontractors and prospects.
Assists and observes contractor work on projects and interact with clients and contractor or subcontractor representatives accordingly.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Supports the organization's quality program(s).