Environmental Remediation Field Technician- Charleston, WV

The Environmental Remediation Field Technician at Jacobs Engineering Group in Belle, WV, will perform field and office tasks related to remediation systems and environmental projects. Responsibilities include overseeing fieldwork, ensuring safety compliance, maintaining equipment, and conducting environmental sampling. Candidates should have 2-7 years of experience, a high school diploma or equivalent, and be physically fit for fieldwork. This is a full-time on-site position.
About the position

The Environmental Field Technician will be responsible for a variety of field and office tasks related to the operation of remediation systems and the implementation of environmental investigations and remediation projects. This role requires a strong focus on safety and compliance while performing tasks both independently and as part of a team on-site in Charleston, WV.

Responsibilities
• Oversee or perform field work tasks under minimal to no supervision, including remediation system maintenance, repairs, subcontractor oversight, inspections, and environmental media sampling.
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• Lead and support safety operations at the site.
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• Set up, assemble, install, and perform minor troubleshooting or repairs of remediation equipment as directed.
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• Inspect groundwater remediation systems and maintain compliance with permit conditions.
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• Learn Quality Management Systems and apply processes in work conduct.
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• Sample groundwater and other mediums such as soil, sediment, surface water, soil gas, air, etc.
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• Complete rigorous field documentation and participate in planning, organizing, and reporting related to field tasks.
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• Observe subcontractors and troubleshoot equipment failures, communicating repair needs as necessary.
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• Interact with clients.

Requirements
• 2-7 years equivalent experience preferred; candidates with more experience may also be considered.
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• High school diploma or equivalent; formal technical training or an Associate degree preferred.
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• Ability to follow explicit directions in multi-step procedures.
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• Experience with Microsoft Office-based software.
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• Physically fit to perform fieldwork within industrial facilities up to 90% of the time, and potentially wear a respirator if required.
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• 40-hr HAZWOPER certification or ability to obtain or maintain it.
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• Valid driver's license with no major infractions.
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• Ability to participate in a random drug testing program, including hair follicle samples.
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• Ability to travel up to 20% of the time to support projects at other client sites.
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• Experience working on active construction/remediation project sites and interacting with subcontractors preferred.

Nice-to-haves
• Effective verbal and written communication skills with coworkers, contractors, and clients.
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• Strong attention to detail when conducting field work and evaluating data.

Benefits