Environmental Safety Technician

Engineering Consulting Services (ECS) is seeking an Environmental Technician to join our team. You will observe and begin to perform routine field tests on a per project basis as assigned by others. Work will be field based. The ideal candidate presents a positive customer service attitude and understanding of ECS Core Values.

Key Responsibilities

• Progressive learning about field sampling of various media while working both indoors and outdoors.
• Daily communication with other ECS staff, project managers, and jobsite representatives.
• Interface with contractors and other site personnel on project sites daily.
• Attend project meetings with senior staff as requested.
• Understanding of relevant field sampling techniques, sample collection, and analytical result reporting.
• Calibration and use of sampling equipment, and documentation of results.
• Additional duties may include report production, daily field reporting, and other related tasks.
• Perform asbestos, lead-based paint, mold and indoor air quality assessments. Perform air and bulk media sampling. Monitor remediation and abatement of contaminated or hazardous building materials.
• Obtain relevant certifications as required to perform specific job duties.
• Conduct assessments for soil and groundwater. Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Two-Year and/or Four-Year Degree in Health and Safety, and/or Environmental Science is preferred.
• Prior related experience is a plus but not required.
• Necessary job-related training and certifications will be provided by ECS.
• If driving for, or on behalf of, any ECS subsidiary, a valid driver's license is required.
• Must be able to provide suitable transportation for use on job sites - Mileage will be reimbursed.

Skills and Abilities

• The ability to work independently is expected.
• Strong verbal and written skills.
• Must be able to lift a minimum of 40 pounds several times each day and walk on uneven ground through various terrains.
• Must be able to climb ladders.
• Ability to complete daily field reports detailing site activities and observations with directions and training provided.

The expected pay range for this role and location is $22-$30/hour. The final agreed-upon compensation will be determined based on specific location and other individual qualifications.

ECS Group of Companies (ECS) was founded in 1988 with the goal to raise the standards of professional engineering consulting. Today, we are a leader in geotechnical, construction materials, environmental and facilities consulting services. We are employee-owned with more than 2,800 employees in 100+ offices and testing facilities coast to coast. ECS is currently ranked #64 in Engineering News-Record's Top 500 Design Firms (April 2024), #144 in Engineering News-Record's Top 200 Environmental Firms (October 2024) and #28 in Zweig Group's Hot Firm List (June 2024). For additional information about ECS click here.

We love our employees and we show this through providing some great benefits, including paid time off, health and other insurance plans, retirement and college savings plans, and more. Click here to learn more about the great benefits at ECS.

ECS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This means that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information.