Field Technician

Systems Application & Technologies Inc•Dugway, UT

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Systems Application & Technologies, Inc. (SA-TECH), a Department of Defense contractor, is hiring a Field Technician to support program efforts at the U.S. Army Dugway Proving Ground in Utah. SA-TECH supports the West Desert Test Center, which conducts and supports chemical, biological, and other testing for the Department of Defense, federal agencies, private industries, and foreign governments. The Field Technician operates field vehicles and equipment, including aerosol sampling devices and test instrumentation, and fuels generators and vehicles. The role is primarily outdoors in changing weather conditions. The technician must be available to respond to after-hours alarms or emergencies and willing to work extended hours with little prior notice. Work may require handling items weighing up to 50 pounds, standing or walking for extended periods, and wearing appropriate personal protective equipment. This position requires U.S. citizenship and a DoD Secret Security Clearance before the hire date, which must be maintained throughout employment. Candidates must also pass pre-employment and periodic drug screenings and physicals, as well as background screening. SA-TECH describes a team-oriented work environment, employee benefits, training and development, and career advancement opportunities.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Current driver's license and eligibility for coverage under the company vehicle insurance policy while driving work, government, or rental vehicles during working hours, for the duration of employment.
U.S. citizenship.
Must hold a U.S. DoD Secret Security Clearance before the hire date and maintain it throughout employment.
Availability to respond to after-hours alarms or emergencies.
Willingness to work extended hours with little prior notice.
Ability to work in field conditions.
Ability to wear appropriate personal protective equipment for tasks requiring it.
Commitment to maintaining a productive and collaborative working environment.
Must pass a pre-employment drug screening and physical, as well as periodic retests.
Must pass background screening, including SSN, driver's record, and criminal background investigation.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience in field test environments.

Responsibilities

Operate a variety of field vehicles.
Operate field equipment, including aerosol sampling devices and test instrumentation.
Fuel generators and vehicles.
Respond to after-hours alarms or emergencies as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned.