Field Tech 1
About The Position
Are you ready to work making the world a safer, healthier place? Join our mission to continuously move science forward; to innovate and advance all aspects of our business to improve the health and safety of our communities and lives. Join Pace® as a Stack Tester / Field Technician – Start Your Career in Environmental Science! Pace® Analytical Services, a leader in environmental testing and scientific services, is looking for an energetic, hands-on individual to join our Field Air Sampling Team in Minneapolis, MN as an Entry-Level Stack Tester (Field Technician). At Pace®, we’re more than a lab—we’re a team of passionate professionals working together to protect the environment and public health. In this role, you’ll play a critical part in monitoring and measuring air emissions across the U.S., helping our industrial and government clients stay in compliance and reduce their environmental impact.
Requirements
- Physically capable and comfortable working outdoors in all weather and at high elevations.
- Have a valid driver’s license (clean driving record); trailer experience is a plus.
- Not afraid of heights—bonus points if you’ve worked in elevated settings before.
- Strong communicator and problem-solver who works well independently or with a team.
- Able to multitask in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment.
- Basic computer and math skills required; you’ll be calculating flow rates, percentages, and more.
- High School Diploma required; AS/BS in Environmental Science or a related field preferred.
Nice To Haves
- Relevant work or field experience is a bonus—but if you’re driven to learn, we’re excited to train you!
Responsibilities
- Travel across the U.S. to provide onsite stack testing services.
- Use cutting-edge scientific equipment to collect and analyze air emissions such as particulates, metals, acid gases, sulfur gases, and volatile organic compounds.
- Work at elevated heights on stacks and rooftops, physically mobilizing gear—think of it as science meets fieldwork adventure.
- Perform sampling following EPA, NIOSH, and OSHA protocols and our internal QA guidelines.
- Interact directly with clients, work collaboratively with your team, and contribute to real-world environmental compliance.
Benefits
- 401(k) with company match
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Disability Insurance
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Paid Time Off + Overtime Opportunities
- Paid Travel Expenses
- QSTI Certification Assistance
- Career growth opportunities within Pace’s nationwide network
- competitive salaries
- medical, dental vision
- 401K retirement savings plan (100% vested immediately in the employer match)
- life, disability and voluntary benefits
- paid time off for holiday, sick and vacation days
- HSA
- wellness program
- flexible spending accounts
- tuition reimbursement
- Employee Assistance program
- parental leave
- optional legal coverage and ID theft
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
