Field Tech 1

Pace® Analytical Services • Huntersville, NC

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About The Position

The Field Tech 1 provides assistance with collecting, testing, processing, and maintaining field and environmental samples, including air, soil, and water samples. The role applies fundamental field and environmental support practices and completes the associated forms, documents, and databases. Work is performed outdoors and in office and laboratory settings, and involves travel and exposure to weather and potential laboratory or environmental hazards.

The position provides field services such as taking samples, completing test kits, documenting and communicating results, and transporting samples, materials, documents, and results. It also prepares vehicles for daily operations, maintains records, supports staff and management with field and environmental programs, and assists with customer and operational issues. The Field Tech 1 follows applicable laws, regulations, and organizational procedures, escalating matters when needed, and contributes to a cooperative and effective workplace.

The stated schedule is Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., with overtime as needed. A valid driver’s license is required. A high school diploma or equivalent is required; related work experience and one year of laboratory or environmental experience are preferred.

Full-time roles are eligible for a comprehensive benefits program that includes competitive salaries, medical, dental, and vision coverage; a 401(k) retirement savings plan with immediate vesting in the employer match; life, disability, and voluntary benefits; paid holidays, sick and vacation days; an HSA; a wellness program; flexible spending accounts; tuition reimbursement; an Employee Assistance Program; parental leave; and optional legal coverage and identity theft protection.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Valid driver’s license; continued employment depends on maintaining required licenses and certificates in active status without suspension or revocation.
• Knowledge of fundamental field and environmental support principles, practices, and techniques.
• Knowledge of customer service and safe driving practices.
• Ability to learn organizational policies and procedures for sample maintenance.
• Knowledge of computer applications and systems related to the work.
• Ability to perform field and environmental support duties and provide standard support for field and environmental testing.
• Ability to safely operate a motor vehicle.
• Ability to maintain databases, forms, documents, and related information.
• Ability to interpret, apply, and explain organizational policies and procedures.
• Ability to communicate effectively with staff, coworkers, and customers, including oral presentations to groups and peers.
• Ability to work both as a team member and as an individual contributor, using initiative and judgment within established procedures.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships and contribute to team goals.
• Mobility to safely operate a motor vehicle and the ability to exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 20 pounds frequently to lift, carry, push, pull, or move objects.
• Vision to read printed materials and computer screens, and hearing and speech to communicate in person or by telephone.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in related work is preferred.
• One year of experience in a laboratory or environmental setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collect, test, process, and maintain field and environmental samples, including air, soil, and water samples.
• Provide field services by taking samples, completing test kits, documenting and communicating results, and reviewing conditions.
• Pick up, transport, and deliver results, samples, documents, materials, and other items as needed.
• Prepare vehicles or trucks for daily operations, including documents, kits, supplies, materials, and safety items.
• Complete and process logs, documents, databases, and related materials and information.
• Provide fundamental support to staff and management regarding field and environmental support policies, programs, and practices.
• Assist with researching issues and developing recommendations to resolve employee, management, and customer issues.
• Assist in reviewing and implementing field and environmental support policies, practices, and programs.
• Assist in ensuring compliance with applicable laws, rules, and regulations; seek guidance or escalate issues when required.
• Contribute suggestions and participate as an active member of a work team to support effective customer service.
• Promote a courteous, cooperative, and harmonious workplace when interacting with customers and staff.

Benefits

• Competitive salaries
• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match that is 100% vested immediately
• Life insurance
• Disability benefits
• Voluntary benefits
• Paid holidays
• Paid sick days
• Paid vacation days
• Health savings account (HSA)
• Wellness program
• Flexible spending accounts
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Parental leave
• Optional legal coverage
• Identity theft protection

What This Job Offers

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