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North Tower Environmental, Inc.

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Entry Level Environmental Field Technician

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$25 - $30/hr

Entry Level Environmental Field Technician Full Time San Francisco, CA, US Salary Range: $25.00 To ... assist with project design and monitor contractors during remediation activities. Regulatory ...

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Atlanta, GA · On-site

$25 - $34.04/hr

The Environmental Technician will assist in the environmental field services for several different clients. Typical activities will include surface and groundwater monitoring and sampling, soil ...

Vertex

Environmental Field Technician

Carlsbad, NM

$15.75 - $21/hr

The Environmental Field Technician will assist our environmental team in conducting environmental projects primarily within the oil and gas industry across North America. CANDIDATE QUALIFICATIONS

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Environmental Field Technician

Atlanta, GA

$25 - $34.04/hr

The Environmental Technician will assist in the environmental field services for several different clients. Typical activities will include surface and groundwater monitoring and sampling, soil ...

URBAN PARADISE GUILD INC

Field Assistant

Miami, FL · On-site

$15/hr

The Field Assistant / Trainee is responsible for implementing environmental projects designed by the President (Sam), supervising weekend field projects, caring for native plant nurseries, supporting ...

Aurora Geosciences Ltd.

Field Assistant

Richmond, VA · Remote

Role Description This is a contract remote role for a Field Assistant for projects in Alaska ... environments and adapt to varying field conditions Excellent teamwork, problem-solving, and ...

Tasman Inc

Environmental Field Technician

Wheat Ridge, CO · On-site

$32 - $36/hr

Protect the Environment. Pay: $32.00 - $36.00 per hour Position Type: Full-Time, Non-Exempt ... Operate and maintain field monitoring and sampling equipment * Assist with excavation oversight and ...

Arcadis

Environmental Field Technician

East Windsor, NJ

$18.75 - $25/hr

The Environmental Technician will assist in the environmental field services for several different clients. Typical activities will include surface and groundwater monitoring and sampling, soil ...

URBAN PARADISE GUILD INC

Field Assistant

Miami, FL · On-site

$15/hr

The Field Assistant / Trainee is responsible for implementing environmental projects designed by the President (Sam), supervising weekend field projects, caring for native plant nurseries, supporting ...

Arcadis

Environmental Field Technician

East Windsor, NJ · On-site

$18.75 - $24.75/hr

The Environmental Technician will assist in the environmental field services for several different clients. Typical activities will include surface and groundwater monitoring and sampling, soil ...

Langan

Environmental Field Technician

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$26 - $36/hr

... * Assist with conducting various types of environmental monitoring (water, air, asbestos, lead ... Assemble and maintain field equipment and systems; inspect equipment and troubleshoot as necessary;

Verdantas

Environmental Field Technician

Beacon, NY · On-site

$33 - $37/hr

... * Assist with field testing to gather data for engineering, hydrogeologic, and scientific ... Environmental field experience is strongly preferred * Experience working in facilities maintenance ...

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Environmental Field Technician

Manhattan, NY

$26 - $36/hr

... * Assist with conducting various types of environmental monitoring (water, air, asbestos, lead ... Assemble and maintain field equipment and systems; inspect equipment and troubleshoot as necessary;

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An Environmental Field Assistant supports environmental scientists and specialists by collecting samples, conducting field surveys, and recording data related to soil, water, air, and plant conditions. They help set up and maintain equipment, make observations in various outdoor environments, and ensure that all data is accurately documented for analysis. Their work is essential for environmental research, site assessments, and monitoring projects, contributing to the understanding and protection of natural resources.
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Entry Level Environmental Field Technician

Entry Level Environmental Field Technician

North Tower Environmental, Inc.

San Francisco, CA • On-site

$25 - $30/hr

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Posted 5 days ago

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Job description

Entry Level Environmental Field Technician

Full Time

San Francisco, CA, US

Salary Range:$25.00 To $27.00 Hourly

North Tower Environmental, Inc. (NTE), has an opportunity for an entry-level technician. The position is available for recent college grads as well as motivated, self-starters ready to build experience in the environmental field. In this position, the successful candidate will be a key part of the industrial hygiene team by assisting in a variety of environmental and industrial hygiene field activities, which may include asbestos, lead based paint, construction air monitoring and inspections. conduct building related environmental assessments, assist with project design and monitor contractors during remediation activities. Regulatory required training and State of California certifications will be provided as skills and interests are developed.

Candidates should be energetic, interested in building systems, health & safety concerns. Familiarity with computer operations (Windows and Mac), Microsoft Office and basic drafting programs is required. Technicians will also prepare reports and other project documents related to field operations; assist with equipment maintenance & calibration and general office support.

Minimum Requirements:

  1. Competent written and verbal communication skills
  2. Strong organizational abilities and strict attention to detail
  3. Computer literate
  4. Willing to travel, work evenings and weekends as projects require
  5. Be in good physical health and able to wear respiratory and other personal protective equipment
  6. Ability to climb ladders, navigate crawl spaces, lift/carry equipment (generally up to 50 lbs), stand for long periods of time.
  7. Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation

Desirable Qualifications:

  1. Recent Graduate with BA/BS in environmental sciences, health & safety, industrial hygiene or building related fields
  2. Basic drafting skills
  3. Knowledge of building systems & construction techniques
  4. Ability to read & understand construction drawings
  5. 40-hour HAZWOP certification, AHERA Building Inspector and Contractor/Supervisor certifications

Benefits:

NTE provides a comprehensive benefits package to regular full-time and qualifying part-time employees that includes:

  • Eligibility to participate in the company Employee Profit Sharing Program for qualifying individuals.
  • Group Medical Insurance
  • 401(k) Retirement Savings Program
  • Paid Time Off
  • Discretionary Bonus Program
  • Professional development funds for professional license fees, memberships, training and seminars

Company Description

North Tower Environmental, Inc. is an Environmental and Industrial Hygiene Consulting Firm that offers environmental services for both private and public sector clients at sites located throughout California. North Tower Environmental is seeking an entry level site surveillance / industrial hygiene technician for a full-time position.