Environmental Technician (Environmental Specialist – Wetlands)

Montrose Environmental Group • Arvada, CO

15h • Onsite

About The Position

At Onterris, we build careers grounded in purpose, responsibility and real-world impact. “For Planet and Progress” is our north star that guides everything we do. We believe environmental responsibility and human progress are interconnected, interwoven and international. Our scientists, engineers, field teams, consultants and professionals collaborate across disciplines and geographies, guiding industries and governments, ensuring that communities and environments thrive. When you join us, you’re not just forging a career, you’re joining a movement. A movement for better thinking, smarter solutions and lasting impact. Together, we will advance our way of life and protect the integrity of our environment every step of the way. We are in search of an Environmental Technician (Environmental Specialist – Wetlands) to be located at our Arvada, CO office. This position is predominantly field-based, with over 80% of work conducted in remote locations and overnight travel. The Environmental Technician supports natural resource and compliance projects across Colorado, Wyoming, Nebraska, Utah, and surrounding states. Success in this role requires strong attention to detail, proficiency with digital field data collection tools, and comfort working independently in changing field conditions. The hourly range for this role is $22/hr. to $28/hr. As a key member of the Natural Resources team, this role will be responsible for a range of activities including: Conduct routine environmental field surveys and prepare reports under supervision using digital data collection tools, including ESRI applications (Survey123, Field Maps) and Microsoft Office Follow established standard operating procedures (SOPs) and field QA/QC protocols to ensure accurate, defensible data Demonstrate a strong commitment to health, safety, and environmental compliance standards Support task execution, time management, and completion of assigned project deliverables Assist with the preparation of technical reports, plans, and specifications Maintain, manage, and calibrate field equipment as required Support coordination and execution of field programs and schedules Maintain and manage environmental data collection efforts and assist with database management for internal and client use Provide regular progress updates to the Project Manager or Program Director Contribute ideas for process or program improvements to supervisors Manage multiple tasks across projects while meeting productivity and billability expectations (target 85%) Travel to project sites, offices, and meetings as needed Perform additional duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Wildlife Biology, Biology, Ecology, Environmental Science, Natural Resources, or a related field
• Familiar with Rocky Mountain wetlands, vegetation, and wildlife
• Working knowledge of wetland delineations, permitting, and environmental regulations
• Proficiency in wildlife, avian, and plant identification
• Basic GIS skills, including data processing and figure creation using ESRI ArcGIS Pro
• Practical experience with GPS units (e.g., Trimble, Juniper, or similar)
• Strong data collection and management skills with high attention to detail
• Proficiency with Google Workspace, Microsoft Office, and virtual meeting platforms (e.g., Teams, Zoom)
• Excellent communication, organizational, time management, and critical thinking skills
• Adaptable and willing to cross‑train to support additional environmental services
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record
• Ability to travel to project locations within the company’s service area as needed
• Ability to obtain required health and safety certifications prior to start date (e.g., H2S, SafeLand, CPR)
• Ability to perform physically demanding outdoor fieldwork, including hiking, digging, and operating UTVs
• Ability to lift and carry up to 35 lbs.
• Comfortable working long field days, independently, and in remote locations
• Ability to safely traverse uneven terrain on foot or via 4x4 vehicles or UTVs
• Strong commitment to field safety procedures and situational awareness

Nice To Haves

• Seasonal or prior field experience preferred
• Experience with threatened and endangered species or habitat assessments preferred

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine environmental field surveys and prepare reports under supervision using digital data collection tools, including ESRI applications (Survey123, Field Maps) and Microsoft Office
• Follow established standard operating procedures (SOPs) and field QA/QC protocols to ensure accurate, defensible data
• Demonstrate a strong commitment to health, safety, and environmental compliance standards
• Support task execution, time management, and completion of assigned project deliverables
• Assist with the preparation of technical reports, plans, and specifications
• Maintain, manage, and calibrate field equipment as required
• Support coordination and execution of field programs and schedules
• Maintain and manage environmental data collection efforts and assist with database management for internal and client use
• Provide regular progress updates to the Project Manager or Program Director
• Contribute ideas for process or program improvements to supervisors
• Manage multiple tasks across projects while meeting productivity and billability expectations (target 85%)
• Travel to project sites, offices, and meetings as needed
• Perform additional duties as assigned

Benefits

• We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds.
• We acknowledge that these experiences and perspectives help to enrich our teams and contribute to our ongoing success.
• We are committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in our employment for all applicants.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level