Environmental Field Technician

Summary

Prepares, collects, and performs field analysis for water, wastewater, groundwater, storm water, soil, and plant depending on the department in which employed or on the particular assignment. Assists environmental compliance specialist in the evaluation and enforcement of applicable environmental laws, permits and regulations (federal, state, and local). Assist in maintaining remediation wells.

Essential Functions

• Prepare for sampling events and adhere to assigned sampling schedule;

• Prepare and preserve sample bottles for collection and analysis;

• Collect samples and conduct laboratory field analyses;

• Document and maintain accurate records;

• Operate and maintain sampling equipment;

• Perform routine periodic maintenance and calibration of equipment;

• Maintain and operate monitoring and production wells;

• Operate and maintain treated effluent distribution/collection system;

• Assist in the identification, observation, and confirmation of work performed by various City departments and commercial agencies;

• Annotate and review results of analysis;

• Monitor activities for compliance with environmental regulations and programs;

• Communicate regularly with supervisor to provide input, updates on work assignments, and coordinate tasks;

• Perform related duties as required.

Qualifications

Knowledge in applicable sciences such as earth science, environmental science, biological science or a related field. Preferred Class B Wastewater License and completion of two years college with one to three years of laboratory and/or field sampling experience; or any combination of relevant education and experience, which provides the following knowledge, skills, and abilities:

Valid Current Driver's License

Physical Exam Required

• Critical Infrastructure: This position has been determined to have close contact with, or control of Critical Infrastructure components. This position is subject to extensive background checks and random drug screening.

Knowledge and Abilities

Knowledege of:

• Principles and practices of field sampling, collection techniques, and field analysis.

Ability to:

• Work with precision field sampling and analytical equipment.

• Follow established procedures.

• Perform standard field tests.

• Make accurate calculations.

• Interact with the public.

• Communicate effectively with others.

• Operate a computer with a variety of software programs.

• Drive a variety of vehicles.

Physical Requirements

• Frequently lift and carry up to 50 pounds

• Occasionally lift and carry up to 100 pounds

• Frequently walk during the shift

• Frequently bend during the shift

• Frequently climb stairs, ladders, and other inclined surfaces, and in or out of various vehicles

• Frequently push and pull objects

• Frequently rotate upper trunk to the left or right while sitting or standing

• Frequently flex upper trunk forward at the waist and partially at the knees

• Frequently reach above, at and below shoulder height

• Coordinate eye, hand or foot movement in order to operate a vehicle

• Occasionally flex upper trunk forward at the waist and partially flex at the knees

• Place arm above, at or below shoulder height