Environmental Technician

Kleinfelder • Mount Dora, FL

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Kleinfelder is seeking an Environmental Technician for its Mount Dora (Orlando), Florida office. The successful candidate will work as part of a team assisting with field assessments for mining, energy, and commercial development projects. The position is expected to involve approximately 90% field work and 10% office work, with local or overnight travel accounting for up to 30%. Travel may be within Florida and nationwide.

The role requires the ability to work independently and collaboratively, coordinate with team members and project managers, and demonstrate strong time management, problem-solving, communication, organizational, and attention-to-detail skills. Candidates must be available to work outside typical business hours and be flexible about daily schedules, long hours, adverse environmental conditions, and remote work locations. The employee will complete MSHA New Miner Training as part of on-the-job training.

Requirements

• High school diploma, associate degree in environmental science, biology, ecology, or another related field, or equivalent listed educational qualification.
• Strong time management, problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills.
• Relevant computer and software experience.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, including with limited supervision.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to travel within Florida and nationwide; local and overnight travel may be required.
• Clear driving record.
• Availability to work outside typical business hours, with flexibility for daily scheduling, long hours, adverse environmental conditions, and remote areas.
• Must complete and obtain an MSHA New Miner Training certificate as part of on-the-job training.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree in a natural resources field, such as biology, zoology, ecology, or environmental science.
• Experience operating a 4x4 truck.

Responsibilities

• Assist with field assessments for mining, energy, and commercial development projects.
• Conduct protected species surveys.
• Perform vegetative monitoring.
• Collect water quality samples.
• Conduct compliance monitoring.
• Support other ecological assessments.
• Coordinate with team members and project managers.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• 401(k) plan
• Paid holidays
• Continuing education reimbursements
• Reimbursement for many training and certification expenses
• Internal Mentoring Program and career development opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED