Environmental Field-Testing Technician

Alliance•Giesmar, LA

About The Position

This entry-level Project Scientist I position conducts air emissions testing for industrial clients. The technician works as part of a test crew, often outdoors or in industrial environments, and travels weekly in a company vehicle to customer sites across the region and within the state. Overnight hotel stays may be needed. The work may involve climbing smokestacks and working on elevated platforms at heights of 50 to 300 feet. The technician supports testing projects by preparing, deploying, staging, and breaking down equipment, as well as collecting and recovering samples. The role also involves conducting on-site field testing, transporting equipment, performing quality assurance, following trained testing methods and procedures, and troubleshooting testing systems using mechanical and electrical skills. The position schedule is Monday through Friday, with most weekends off.

Requirements

Willingness to travel weekly to customer sites, including regional and in-state travel and overnight hotel stays as needed.
Willingness to work outdoors in industrial environments, including extreme heat, cold, and windy conditions.
Ability and willingness to work at elevated heights on stack platforms up to 300 feet.
Valid driver's license.
Ability to stand or walk consistently.
Ability to bend, crouch, or stoop consistently.
Ability to frequently lift objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
Ability to climb ladders and stairs.
Ability to use tools or equipment requiring a high degree of dexterity.
Ability to distinguish between shades of color.

Nice To Haves

Background or experience related to environmental response or sample collection.
Background or experience in mechanical, construction, or electrical work.
Experience with or strong aptitude to learn Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and Outlook, and Adobe products.

Responsibilities

Conduct on-site air emissions field testing at customer sites.
Transport testing equipment to customer sites using a company vehicle.
Prepare testing equipment and perform quality assurance.
Deploy, stage, and break down testing equipment.
Collect and recover samples.
Follow trained test methods, procedures, and processes to ensure quality source testing.
Troubleshoot testing systems using mechanical and electrical skills.
Represent the company professionally at customer sites and in the office.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
Flexible spending accounts.
401(k) plan with competitive match.
Continuing education and tuition assistance.
Employer-sponsored disability benefits.
Life insurance.
Employee assistance program (EAP).
Paid time off (PTO), paid holidays, and a floating holiday for employees hired before July 1.
Profit sharing or individual bonus programs.
Referral program.
Per diem and paid travel.
Employee discount hub.