Environmental Technician
About The Position
GHD has a great opportunity for an Environmental Technician to work with our Contaminated Assessment Remediation (CAR) group based out of our St. Paul, Minnesota office. This position is an integral part of our environmental services group and requires a diverse array of responsibilities and tasks to accomplish the objectives of the team. In this role you will perform a number of routine tasks following set procedures in the field of Environmental Science. Some problem-solving ability and mechanical aptitude are required. Working with an energetic and high performing team, this position offers a variety of work.
Requirements
- Strong mechanical and/or electrical aptitude
- Candidate must live within one-hour drive time from GHD's St. Paul office or willing to relocate
- Must have a valid driver’s license and a clean driving record
- Commitment to safety utilizing a behavior-based safety culture in all aspects of the job
- Ability to work extended hours and travel out of town
- Physically capable of working in non-ideal conditions, such as hot/cold temperatures, wet weather, outside, and around loud equipment, traversing rough terrains, and ability to lift and carry 50 lbs.
- Ability to be a self-starter, flexible, team player, willing and able to work on a wide variety of tasks with minimal supervision in a drug-free workplace
- Ability to analyze field readings, data, and operating parameters to optimize system operations
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Sound experience and understanding of mechanical and/or electrical systems
Nice To Haves
- OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER is a plus
Responsibilities
- Perform a wide variety of field duties for environmental projects including inspection, monitoring, operation, and maintenance of remediation/mitigation systems, water level measurement, and contractor oversight.
- Conduct sampling and monitoring for various media and constituents of concern by following established procedures.
- Travel to perform field work at project sites (approximately 90% field, 10% office). Overnight travel is expected up to 50% of the time, while other project sites are local. There are opportunities for regional travel or to support environmental emergencies/emergency responses (ER).
- Follow a range of mandatory work instructions (including use of personal protection equipment where relevant) to safeguard the environment and the well-being of self and others.
- Perform basic data entry tasks, including data verification.
- Perform basic tasks in technical troubleshooting, such as identifying evident technical issues with equipment and assisting in basic diagnostic actions.
- Accept changes at work and provide support when asked.
- Complete allocated work to the required standards of quality and timeliness; use performance management systems to improve personal performance.
Benefits
- GHD is an equal opportunity employer.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
