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How much do environmental technician jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for environmental technician in Decatur, GA is $21.48, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.88 and $24.66 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

Is an environmental technician a hard job?

Environmental technicians often perform physically demanding tasks such as collecting samples, operating testing equipment, and working outdoors in various weather conditions. The job requires attention to detail, adherence to safety protocols, and sometimes certifications, but whether it is hard depends on individual skills and the specific work environment.

What types of fieldwork and laboratory tasks can I expect as an environmental technician?

As an Environmental Technician, you'll often split your time between conducting fieldwork—such as collecting soil, air, and water samples—and performing laboratory analyses on those samples. Fieldwork can involve operating specialized equipment, adhering to safety protocols, and sometimes working in challenging weather or terrain. In the lab, you'll follow standard procedures to test for contaminants and document results accurately. Collaboration with scientists, engineers, and regulatory agencies is common, and you'll regularly contribute data that informs environmental assessments and remediation projects.

What is the difference between Environmental Technician vs Environmental Specialist?

AspectEnvironmental TechnicianEnvironmental Specialist
CertificationsOften requires OSHA HAZWOPER, EPA certificationsMay require additional certifications like Certified Environmental Professional (CEP)
Work EnvironmentFieldwork, sampling, site assessmentsFieldwork and analysis, report writing, regulatory compliance
Employer & Industry UsageEnvironmental consulting firms, government agencies, industrial companiesEnvironmental consulting, government agencies, corporate sustainability teams

Environmental Technicians primarily focus on field sampling and data collection, while Environmental Specialists often handle analysis, reporting, and regulatory compliance. Both roles are essential in environmental projects, but Technicians typically perform more hands-on sampling, whereas Specialists interpret data and develop strategies.

What is an environmental technician?

Environmental Technicians are professionals who monitor the environment and investigate sources of pollution by collecting samples of air, water, soil, and other materials for laboratory analysis. They work to ensure compliance with environmental regulations and help identify ways to minimize environmental impact. Their duties may include operating field equipment, recording data, and supporting environmental scientists or engineers in their research and remediation efforts. Environmental Technicians often work for government agencies, consulting firms, or private companies involved in environmental protection.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an environmental technician, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Environmental Technician, you need a background in environmental science or a related field, along with knowledge of sampling techniques, data collection, and regulatory compliance. Familiarity with laboratory equipment, field sampling instruments, GIS software, and relevant certifications such as HAZWOPER is often required. Strong attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and effective communication are vital soft skills for this role. These competencies ensure accurate environmental monitoring, regulatory adherence, and successful collaboration with teams and stakeholders.

What does an environmental technician do?

An environmental technician collects samples, conducts tests, and monitors environmental conditions to ensure compliance with regulations. They often use specialized equipment, document findings, and may assist with remediation or pollution control efforts in various settings such as laboratories, field sites, or industrial facilities.

How to become an environmental technician?

You need a bachelor's degree in a science-related field to become an environmental technician. Your responsibilities in this career require extensive knowledge of chemistry, biology, and water ecosystems. Anthropology, archaeology, and paleontology are also areas that prepare you for collecting samples, running tests, and reviewing the results. Your duties require you to do fieldwork and conduct laboratory testing, so you must be familiar with the equipment and have an understanding of the effects of waste on the health of the environment. Other qualifications include completed OSHA training, analytical skills, and certifications relevant to your area of study.

How much do environmental technicians make?

Environmental technicians in Texas typically earn an average annual salary of around $40,000 to $50,000, depending on experience, certifications, and the specific industry. Entry-level positions may start lower, while experienced technicians with specialized skills can earn higher wages. Salaries can also vary based on the complexity of environmental assessments and regulatory requirements.
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Infographic showing various Environmental Technician job openings in Decatur, GA as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 82% Full Time, 12% Part Time, 2% Temporary, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $44,677 per year, or $21.5 per hour.

Critical Environment Technician Manager

Microsoft

Atlanta, GA • On-site

Full-time

This job post has expired 1 day ago. Applications are no longer accepted.

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8.5

Company rating: 8.5 out of 10

Based on 132 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

77th of 242 rated software companies

Job description

Overview
In alignment with our Microsoft values, we are committed to cultivating an inclusive work environment for all employees to positively impact our culture every day and we need you as a Data Center Critical Environment Technician Manager.
Microsoft's Cloud Operations & Innovation (CO+I) is the engine that powers our cloud services. As a CO+I CE Technician Manager, you will perform a key role in delivering the core infrastructure and foundational technologies for Microsoft's online services including Bing, Office 365, Xbox, OneDrive, and the Microsoft Azure platform. As a group, CO+I is focused on the personal and professional development for all employees and offers trainings and growth opportunities including Career Rotation Programs, Diversity & Inclusion trainings and events, and professional certifications.
Our infrastructure is comprised of a large global portfolio of more than 200 datacenters in 32 countries and millions of servers. Our foundation is built upon and managed by a team of subject matter experts working to support services for more than 1 billion customers and 20 million businesses in over 90 countries worldwide.
With environmental sustainability and optimization at the forefront of our datacenter design and operations, we continue to grow and evolve as we meet the ever-changing business demands that hold Microsoft as a world-class cloud provider.
Microsoft's mission is to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more. As employees we come together with a growth mindset, innovate to empower others, and collaborate to realize our shared goals. Each day we build on our values of respect, integrity, and accountability to create a culture of inclusion where everyone can thrive at work and beyond.
Responsibilities
Responsibilities:
People Management
  • Managers deliver success through empowerment and accountability by modeling, coaching, and caring.
  • Model - Live our culture; Embody our values; Practice our leadership principles.
  • Coach - Define team objectives and outcomes; Enable success across boundaries; Help the team adapt and learn.
  • Care - Attract and retain great people; Know each individual's capabilities and aspirations; Invest in the growth of others.

Equipment and Systems Operations
  • Serve as an operations specialist one or more major area of operations (e.g., electrical, mechanical, controls, generators, and work on advanced tasks independently.
  • Oversee and coach team with the inspection of critical environment-related facility equipment (e.g., controls, heating, ventilation, and air conditioning [HVAC], mechanical systems), building, and grounds regularly for unsafe or abnormal conditions to develop and analyze trends.
  • Monitor performance of maintenance and operations utilizing telemetry, control systems, and other platforms and is able to identify all alarms.
  • Utilize internal computerized maintenance management system (CMMS) to track all equipment assets and to complete work order requests for maintenance work and generate reporting to identify outstanding and ongoing work orders.
  • Safely and quickly respond to and lead an onsite incident response team for all abnormal conditions that impact operations and coordinate with other critical facilities professionals to perform corrective repairs.
  • Enhances, develops new, or follows preexisting emergency operating procedures (EOPs), methods of procedure (MOPs), and standard operating procedures (SOPs) in relation to incidents.
  • Gathers necessary information and creates incident timelines/data, root-cause analyses, and/or action items following an abnormal condition.

Equipment and Systems Maintenance
  • Guide, oversee, and perform various types of maintenance (e.g., planned, predictive, corrective) and repairs following methods of procedure (MOPs), and standard operating procedures (SOPs) for one or more disciplines and one or more types of equipment (e.g., electrical, mechanical, cooling systems) and escalate when appropriate.
  • Serve as a subject matter expert for one type of equipment and oversee everyday tasks and troubleshooting within their area of expertise
  • Have a hands-on understanding of how equipment works within disciplines they have been trained and how to troubleshoot equipment, systems, subsystems, and components independently within their trained discipline(s).
  • Provide and/or assign team to provide necessary escort to third-party contractors, sub contractors, vendors, and service providers on site for all severity leveled procedures. Coordinate and schedule supplier/vendor on-site activities and recognizes circumstances when to stop supplier work to address potential and/or identified concerns.
  • Take part in getting third-party work underway (e.g., making sure systems are properly energized/deenergized), ensuring the work is started and completed in a safe manner in accordance with standard practices, procedures, federal/local legislation, and municipal codes.
  • Advises colleagues on inspection and supervision issues.
  • Provides consultation to colleagues in troubleshooting systems and problems

Critical Environment Culture
  • Understands, follows, ensures, and coaches team on safety and security requirements (e.g., job hazard assessments [JHAs], toolbox talks), and business processes and procedures to properly perform work in a safe, quality, and reliable manner in accordance with applicable federal, state, local, and Microsoft requirements.
  • Proactively ensures safety and security requirements are followed and met for the work of themselves and others.
  • Maintain safe working conditions and escalate immediately when unsafe working conditions are observed.
  • Assesses and identifies appropriate resources and equipment necessary to fully support environmental health and safety (EH&S) objectives.
  • Participates in required meetings, trainings, and necessary handoffs.

Other
  • Embody our culture and values

Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
  • High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent AND 3+ years mission critical services work/applied learning experience (e.g., high availability assembly/manufacturing/critical infrastructure environments such as data centers, oil and gas refineries, hospitals, pharmaceutical, manufacturing, or related fields)
    • OR equivalent experience.
  • Ability to work shifts, including shift assignments during non-standard business hours that may include evening, nighttime, weekends, and/or holidays
  • Ability to work 12 hours shifts, including shift assignments during non-standard business hours that may include evening, nighttime, weekends, and/or holidays.

Background Check Requirements:
Ability to meet Microsoft, customer and/or government security screening requirements are required for this role. These requirements include, but are not limited to the following specialized security screenings:
  • Microsoft Cloud Background Check: This position will be required to pass the Microsoft Cloud background check upon hire/transfer and every two years thereafter.

Preferred Qualifications:
  • 3 plus years experience with large scale Chiller plants OR 3 years experience with mechanical maintenance.
  • High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent AND 6+ years mission critical services experience (e.g., high-availability assembly/manufacturing/critical infrastructure environments such as data centers, oil and gas refineries, hospitals, pharmaceutical, manufacturing, or related fields)
    • OR Associate's Degree or technical trade certification (e.g., military, trade school), or higher-equivalent education AND 5+ years mission-critical services experience (e.g., high-availability assembly/manufacturing/critical infrastructure environments such as data centers, oil and gas refineries, hospitals, pharmaceutical, manufacturing, or related fields)
    • OR equivalent experience.
  • 1+ year(s) people management experience.
  • 1+ year(s) experience in a specialized area (e.g., mechanical field, electrical field, controls field) or related field.

Critical Environment Ops M3 - The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is USD $75,400 - $167,900 per year. There is a different range applicable to specific work locations, within the San Francisco Bay area and New York City metropolitan area, and the base pay range for this role in those locations is USD $105,800 - $185,300 per year.
Certain roles may be eligible for benefits and other compensation. Find additional benefits and pay information here:
https://careers.microsoft.com/us/en/us-corporate-pay
This position will be open for a minimum of 5 days, with applications accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled.
Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, immigration status, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran or military status, race, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local laws, regulations and ordinances. If you need assistance with religious accommodations and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application process, read more about requesting accommodations.

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Our infrastructure is comprised of a large global portfolio of more than 100 datacenters and 1 million servers. Our foundation is built upon and managed by a team of subject matter experts working to support services for more than 1 billion customers and 20 million businesses in over 90 countries worldwide. With environmental sustainability and optimization at the forefront of our datacenter design and operations, we continue to grow and evolve as we meet the ever-changing business demands that hold Microsoft as a world-class cloud provider.

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Computer and computer peripheral equipment and software wholesalers

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Year founded

1975

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