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4pconsultinginc

Environmental Specialist

Calera, AL · On-site

Perform environmental, compliance, and operational laboratory testing. * Conduct chemical analyses using various laboratory instruments and analytical methodologies. * Follow approved EPA, ASTM ...

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vTech Solution

Environmental Specialist

Calera, AL · On-site

Perform environmental, compliance, and operational analytical testing in accordance with established laboratory procedures. * Work safely at all times and identify, report, and implement corrective ...

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Leidos

Test Director

Huntsville, AL · On-site

Direct and oversee all aspects of RADAR system testing, including laboratory, field, and operationally relevant threat environment testing. * Monitor test execution to ensure adherence to approved ...

Leidos

Test Director

Huntsville, AL · On-site

Direct and oversee all aspects of RADAR system testing, including laboratory, field, and operationally relevant threat environment testing. * Monitor test execution to ensure adherence to approved ...

Leidos

Test Director

Huntsville, AL · On-site

Direct and oversee all aspects of RADAR system testing, including laboratory, field, and operationally relevant threat environment testing. * Monitor test execution to ensure adherence to approved ...

Koitecc Solutions

Test Director

Huntsville, AL · On-site

$131 - $237/hr

Direct and oversee all aspects of RADAR system testing, including laboratory, field, and operationally relevant threat environment testing. * Monitor test execution to ensure adherence to approved ...

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Via Logic LLC

Test Director

Huntsville, AL · On-site

$131 - $237/hr

Direct and oversee all aspects of RADAR system testing, including laboratory, field, and operationally relevant threat environment testing. * Monitor test execution to ensure adherence to approved ...

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As of Sep 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for environmental testing in Alabama is $21.60, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.78 and $25.48 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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To thrive in Environmental Testing, you need a solid background in environmental science or chemistry, attention to detail, and strong analytical skills, usually supported by a relevant degree or certification. Familiarity with laboratory equipment, sampling techniques, and regulatory compliance systems such as EPA protocols or ISO standards is essential. Effective communication, organization, and teamwork help professionals manage client expectations and collaborate on investigations. These skills are crucial for producing accurate data, meeting regulatory requirements, and ensuring public and environmental safety.

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Infographic showing various Environmental Testing job openings in Alabama as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 86% Full Time, 9% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 87% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $44,930 per year, or $21.6 per hour.

Environmental Specialist

4pconsultinginc

Calera, AL • On-site

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Posted 3 days ago

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Job description

Title:Environmental Specialist
Client: Alabama Power
Location: Calera, AL
Contract: 3 Years

Job Summary

We are seeking an Environmental Specialist I to support environmental, compliance, and operational analytical testing within an Environmental Test Laboratory.

The successful candidate will perform chemical analyses using laboratory instrumentation and approved analytical methods while ensuring compliance with regulatory, customer, and quality-control requirements. The ideal candidate will have a science or engineering background with strong chemistry coursework, laboratory experience, attention to detail, and analytical problem-solving skills.

Key Responsibilities
  • Perform environmental, compliance, and operational laboratory testing.
  • Conduct chemical analyses using various laboratory instruments and analytical methodologies.
  • Follow approved EPA, ASTM, Standard Methods, and other applicable reference standards.
  • Ensure analytical methods comply with regulatory and customer requirements.
  • Establish, monitor, and evaluate analytical data quality-control requirements.
  • Review sample data and identify potential analytical or quality issues.
  • Troubleshoot laboratory instrumentation and resolve performance issues.
  • Maintain analytical instrument performance and assigned laboratory equipment.
  • Monitor laboratory supplies and inventory associated with assigned methods.
  • Develop and maintain technical Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
  • Prioritize and manage daily laboratory workloads and multiple assignments.
  • Maintain accurate technical documentation and analytical records.
  • Communicate effectively with internal teams, customers, and external work groups.
  • Identify unsafe work conditions and support corrective actions.
  • Maintain a strong focus on safety, quality, accuracy, and regulatory compliance.
Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Biology, Environmental Science, Engineering, or a related science discipline.
  • Minimum of 15 semester hours of chemistry coursework.
  • Knowledge of EPA, ASTM, Standard Methods, and other analytical reference standards.
  • Understanding of laboratory quality-control requirements.
  • Ability to follow technical SOPs and analytical procedures.
  • Ability to evaluate sample data and interpret technical procedures.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to troubleshoot laboratory instrumentation.
  • Excellent attention to detail.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple assignments with competing deadlines.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a laboratory team.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Previous environmental or analytical laboratory experience.
  • Experience using analytical reference methods and laboratory instrumentation.
  • Experience writing technical laboratory procedures and SOPs.
  • Gas Chromatography (GC) instrumentation experience preferred.
Key Skills

Environmental Testing | Analytical Chemistry | Laboratory Testing | Gas Chromatography | GC | EPA Methods | ASTM | Standard Methods | Quality Control | Laboratory Instrumentation | Environmental Compliance | SOP Development | Sample Analysis | Data Validation | Instrument Troubleshooting