Environmental Technician

LaBella Associates•Lancaster, NY

About The Position

LaBella is seeking a motivated, hardworking Environmental Technician to join its environmental and geotechnical drilling team. The role works alongside a Lead Driller to operate drilling rigs, collect soil and groundwater samples, and install monitoring equipment. It involves physical outdoor fieldwork, mechanical tasks, and adherence to strict safety standards. The position may require overnight travel for regional projects.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in geology or a closely related field.
Ability to lift up to 75 pounds repeatedly, stand for long periods, and work outdoors in all weather conditions.
Valid driver's license and clean driving record.
Willingness to travel overnight for regional projects as required.

Nice To Haves

At least 1 year of experience in environmental, geotechnical, or construction drilling; the employer will train the right candidate.
CDL Class A or B license.
OSHA 40-Hour HAZWOPER certification.

Responsibilities

Accurately describe soil types, document groundwater depths, illustrate monitoring well diagrams, produce field logs, and peer-review field logs before they are sent to clients.
Assist with underground utility callouts to U-Dig NY.
Assist with creating Health and Safety Plans.
Complete daily unit reports, boring logs, HASPs, tailgate safety meeting records, and other paperwork as needed.
Assist the Lead Driller with mobilizing, positioning, and setting up hollow-stem auger and direct-push (Geoprobe) drilling rigs.
Handle down-hole tools to collect soil cores and groundwater samples using split-spoon and Shelby tube methods.
Assist in constructing and installing groundwater monitoring wells, piezometers, and vapor pins.
Clean sampling tools and drill rods between boreholes to prevent cross-contamination.
Perform daily preventative maintenance, greasing, and minor mechanical repairs on rigs, pumps, and support equipment.
Mix and pump bentonite grout to seal boreholes and restore surfaces with asphalt or concrete patches.

Benefits

$65 daily travel per diem for meals and incidentals during overnight regional projects.
Company-paid single-occupancy hotel rooms for out-of-town assignments.
Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
401(k) plan with employer match.
Two weeks of accrued paid time off and six paid national holidays per year.
$150 annual voucher for steel-toed work boots and company-provided safety gear (PPE).
Flexible work schedule.
Paid parental leave.
Short- and long-term disability coverage.
Profit sharing.
Leadership development program.
Fitness reimbursement.
Tuition assistance/reimbursement.
Referral bonus program.
Wellness program.
Team-building events.
Community service events.
Employee assistance programs.
Year-end incentive pay.