Environmental Technician (Petroleum Remediation)

Nova Engineering and Environmental•Tampa, FL

5d•Onsite

About The Position

MAS Environmental (a NOVA Engineering & Environmental Company) is hiring an Environmental Technician for our Tampa, FL or Fort Lauderdale, FL office. We are seeking an experienced Environmental Technician with direct, hands-on experience supporting projects under the Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP) Petroleum Restoration Program (PRP). This position involves field implementation of petroleum remediation projects, including operation, monitoring, troubleshooting, and maintenance of remedial systems, as well as environmental sampling and compliance with FDEP guidelines. The ideal candidate is familiar with PRP workflows, deliverables, and regulatory requirements, and is comfortable working independently in the field while coordinating closely with project managers and engineers.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED (Associate’s degree in Environmental Science or related field preferred)
Experience supporting FDEP PRP projects
Hands-on experience operating and maintaining petroleum remediation systems
Familiarity with FDEP sampling protocols and PRP reporting requirements
Mechanical aptitude with the ability to troubleshoot remediation equipment
Valid Florida driver’s license with a clean driving record
Ability to perform physically demanding fieldwork and work outdoors in Florida conditions

Nice To Haves

Direct experience with FDEP PRP scopes, pay items, and deliverables
OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER (current or ability to obtain)
Experience with electrical systems, control panels, and basic instrumentation
Knowledge of LNAPL recovery, free product measurements, and recovery systems
Strong written communication skills for field documentation

Responsibilities

Support petroleum remediation projects conducted under the FDEP Petroleum Restoration Program (PRP)
Perform groundwater, soil, and soil vapor sampling in accordance with FDEP guidance and approved scopes of work
Conduct system startup, monitoring, and optimization for remedial technologies including: Air Sparging, Soil Vapor Extraction (SVE), Dual-Phase Extraction, Pump-and-Treat, etc
Collect field measurements including vacuum, pressure, flow rates, groundwater elevations, and contaminant screening data
Perform routine inspection, operation, and preventative maintenance of remedial systems (O&M)
Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and plumbing issues related to remediation equipment
Replace and repair system components (pumps, blowers, compressors, piping, valves, control panels)
Maintain system logs, O&M records, and maintenance documentation required for PRP reporting
Comply with project-specific Health and Safety Plans (HASP) and FDEP requirements
Properly manage investigation-derived waste (IDW) in accordance with PRP and state regulations
Maintain chain-of-custody documentation and sample integrity
Participate in site safety meetings and regulatory inspections
Prepare detailed field notes and assist with PRP deliverables and documentation
Communicate system performance, site conditions, and corrective actions to project managers
Support regulatory audits, site inspections, and contractor coordination as needed

Benefits

Use of shared Company Vehicle and gas card for daily travel to work sites
Comprehensive group medical insurance, including health, dental and vision
Opportunity for professional growth and advancement
Certification reimbursement and incentive program
Paid time off
Company–observed paid holidays
Company paid life insurance for employee, spouse and children
Company paid short term disability coverage
Other supplemental benefit offerings including long-term disability, critical illness, accident and identity theft protection
401K retirement with company matching of 50% on the first 6% of employee contributions
Wellness program with incentives
Employee Assistance Program