Environmental Technician II

WithersRavenel • Cary, NC

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About The Position

The Environmental Technician II assists Project Managers with field and office tasks related to natural resource assessments, monitoring, and regulatory compliance. The role includes assisting with wetland and stream delineations, habitat assessments, and other environmental investigations. The technician conducts outdoor fieldwork in varied terrain and weather conditions, collects and documents field data, processes GPS and mapping information, and supports report and permit preparation. The position includes travel to project sites, primarily on one-day trips near the office, with occasional overnight travel for up to five days. Longer hours may be required as needed to meet deadlines.

Requirements

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in an environmental-related field of study.
• 0–4 years of experience in the environmental industry.
• Valid driver's license and ability to pass an MVR records check.
• Strong work ethic and ability to work independently and efficiently with minimal supervision.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills, with ability to complete tasks within designated deadlines and budgets.
• Ability to respond to client requests as directed by the Project Manager in a timely manner.
• Excellent technical and report-writing skills, including ability to compile reports electronically.
• Flexibility to travel and stay overnight for certain out-of-town work.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to perform year-round outdoor fieldwork in varying weather conditions.
• Ability to frequently walk distances exceeding one mile while carrying approximately 10 pounds of field equipment and a field vest.
• Ability to lift field supplies and equipment weighing 10–50 pounds.
• Ability to traverse wooded areas with moderate to steep slopes at a steady pace while carrying field equipment.
• Willingness and ability to work longer hours in the field and office as needed to meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Assist with wetland and stream delineations, riparian buffer determinations, threatened and endangered species surveys, and other natural resource assessments.
• Conduct site reconnaissance in wooded or undeveloped areas with varying terrain.
• Document site conditions, observations, and activities in detailed field notes, including calibration records and health and safety issues.
• Operate and maintain GPS units, water quality meters, sampling instruments, and other field tools.
• Prepare CAD base files, field maps, and GIS files for Trimble GPS units used during fieldwork.
• Process GPS data and integrate it into CAD base files for project deliverables.
• Assist with preparation of reports and exhibits documenting field investigation results.
• Support preparation of 404/401 permits, buffer authorizations, and other regulatory permit applications.
• Assist with requests for agency verification of delineations, buffer determinations, and threatened and endangered species surveys.
• Collaborate with team members to complete projects efficiently and accurately.
• Attend on-site meetings with regulatory agencies.
• Maintain equipment and field vehicles and keep field supply inventories up to date.
• Provide support for emergency response activities as needed.
• Respond to client requests as directed by the Project Manager.
• Follow company health and safety protocols during field investigations.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree