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Field Guide Jobs in Utah (NOW HIRING)

Survey Field Technician

Salt Lake City, UT · On-site

$46K - $60K/yr

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  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

One year of surveying field experience. Desired experience would include; PLSS boundaries, ALTA ... Guided by our purpose, we help clients move from concept to completion, transforming unused spaces ...

Field Engineer

Salt Lake City, UT · On-site

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  • Retirement

The Role The Field Engineer is responsible for assisting the Superintendent in a hands-on, team ... Strategic - The blueprint that guides the creation of a genuine place of purpose expresses the ...

Field Service Technician Reports to: Field Service Manager Location: West Valley City, UT Summary ... This description is to serve as a guide.It is intended to be flexible and will continue to evolve ...

Summary: As a Field Service Engineer II, you will install, diagnose, and repair computer and ... guide customers through troubleshooting steps using product knowledge and documentation.

Summary: As a Field Service Engineer II, you will install, diagnose, and repair computer and ... guide customers through troubleshooting steps using product knowledge and documentation.

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How much do field guide jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 15, 2026, the average hourly pay for field guide in Utah is $15.72, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $11.83 and $19.28 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a field guide do?

A typical day for a Field Guide involves leading groups through natural areas, interpreting wildlife and ecological features, ensuring guest safety, and adapting plans based on changing weather or environmental conditions. Field Guides may also handle pre-trip briefings, basic equipment maintenance, and record observations about wildlife or habitat conditions. Collaboration with other guides or staff is common, especially when organizing group logistics or responding to emergencies. The role frequently requires early starts, physical activity, and the ability to manage varying group dynamics, making every day both rewarding and unique.

What is a field guide?

A Field Guide is a professional responsible for leading and educating guests on outdoor excursions, typically in wildlife reserves, national parks, or adventure tourism settings. They provide information on local ecosystems, wildlife behavior, and conservation efforts while ensuring the safety and enjoyment of participants. Field Guides often possess specialized knowledge in tracking, survival skills, and first aid. Their role may also involve driving safari vehicles, setting up camps, or assisting with research. Strong communication and a passion for nature are essential qualities for success in this role.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a field guide?

To thrive as a Field Guide, you need in-depth knowledge of local flora and fauna, strong outdoor skills, and relevant field experience—often supported by guiding certifications or degrees in environmental science, biology, or a related field. Familiarity with GPS devices, mapping applications, first aid certification, and sometimes two-way radios is typically required. Excellent interpersonal skills, adaptability, and clear communication help Field Guides connect with guests and navigate unexpected situations in remote environments. These competencies are crucial for ensuring visitor safety, delivering informative and enjoyable experiences, and managing the dynamic challenges of outdoor guiding.

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Infographic showing various Field Guide job openings in Utah as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 1% As Needed, 84% Full Time, 11% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $32,699 per year, or $15.7 per hour.

Environmental Field Technician - (Stack Emissions)

Montrose Environmental Group, Inc.

Spanish Fork, UT • On-site

$23.50 - $28/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 29 days ago


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6.7

Company rating: 6.7 out of 10

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Job description

About Us
At Onterris, we build careers grounded in purpose, responsibility and real-world impact.
"For Planet and Progress" is our north star that guides everything we do. We believe environmental responsibility and human progress are interconnected, interwoven and international. Our scientists, engineers, field teams, consultants and professionals collaborate across disciplines and geographies, guiding industries and governments, ensuring that communities and environments thrive.
When you join us, you're not just forging a career, you're joining a movement. A movement for better thinking, smarter solutions and lasting impact.
Together, we will advance our way of life and protect the integrity of our environment every step of the way.
A Day in the Life
As an Environmental Field Technician - Stack, you'll be responsible for collecting data and spending most of your time outdoors in a hard hat rather than in a cubicle. You will be part of a strong team of committed professionals.
The compensation range for this role is $23.50 to $28.00 per hour.
To thrive in this role, you'll be comfortable taking ownership of the following responsibilities:
  • Follow established testing methods, procedures, and processes to help support consistent and reliable source testing
  • Perform field source tests at customer locations with professionalism
  • Record test data ensuring information on datasheets is complete and accurate
  • Project preparation: glassware preparation, cleaning procedures, repair, calibration, and fabrication

Your Expertise and Skills
These requirements reflect the knowledge, skills and abilities that help you do your best work here.
  • Capacity for overnight and local travel for multi-weekday projects up to 75% of the time or more
  • No experience necessary
  • High School diploma or equivalent
  • Ability to work independently and with minimal supervision
  • Capability to pass background checks and initial and random drug screening
  • Valid driver's license
  • Ability to obtain a DOT medical certification and OSHA Respiratory Protection Medical Evaluation
  • Flexibility is a must as the position may require weekend travel or work for a few projects during the year
  • Transferable experience: laborer, construction, industrial maintenance, mechanical, laboratory, environmental, field science, etc.

Work Environment and Physical Requirements
The physical and environmental requirements below reflect what's typically needed to perform the essential functions of this role safely and effectively. We may provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities, consistent with applicable law, to support performance of the essential functions.
  • Ability to work in outdoor industrial settings, including climbing to and working on elevated platforms (50ft - 300ft) in accordance with OSHA/ANSI and other applicable safety standards
  • Must be able to exert moderate physical effort, including lifting heavy materials up to 50 pounds
  • Often works outdoors and may be exposed to hot and cold environments and extreme weather conditions, including sunlit, rainy and windy conditions
  • Sitting, standing, and walking

Onterris is a leading global environmental solutions company partnering with organizations to solve complex challenges where environmental pressures, regulatory expectations and operational risks intersect. Guided by our mission to advance the way of life without compromising the integrity of our environment, we believe environmental responsibility and human progress are fundamentally connected. Our scientists, engineers, field teams and consultants apply systems thinking that unites science, data and practical expertise to deliver solutions that strengthen our clients' resilience, mitigate risk and protect the air, water and soil that sustain communities, while uncovering responsible paths forward for planet and progress. For more information, visit www.onterris.com.
We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We acknowledge that these experiences and perspectives help to enrich our teams and contribute to our ongoing success. We are committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in our employment for all applicants. For US residents, click here to learn more.

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