Environmental Technician

Job Title: Environmental Technician

Job Description

We are seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Environmental Technician to join our environmental services team. This role focuses on conducting inspections and sampling for asbestos, lead-based paint, and other hazardous materials in residential, commercial, and industrial settings. The ideal candidate is safety-minded, organized, and eager to grow within the environmental consulting field.

Responsibilities

• Conduct field inspections and collect samples of asbestos-containing materials (ACM), lead-based paint, and other environmental hazards.
• Perform air monitoring during asbestos abatement and prepare accurate field documentation.
• Utilize XRF analyzers, air pumps, and other sampling equipment in accordance with regulatory standards.
• Maintain detailed field notes, chain-of-custody forms, and sample logs.
• Assist in preparing technical reports, inspection summaries, and analytical data reports.
• Comply with federal, state, and local regulations (EPA, OSHA, HUD, state DEP/DOH requirements).
• Communicate effectively with project managers, contractors, and clients while on-site.
• Ensure proper calibration, maintenance, and safe operation of field equipment.
• Travel to job sites as needed; occasional evening or weekend work may be required.

Essential Skills

• Environmental science background.
• 0-2 years of relevant field experience.
• Ability to pass a drug and background check.
• Valid driver's license.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow standardized procedures.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; associate degree or coursework in environmental science, industrial hygiene, or related field preferred.
• Current certifications (or willingness to obtain) such as Asbestos Inspector, Asbestos Air Monitoring Technician, Lead Inspector, or Lead Risk Assessor.
• Familiarity with asbestos and lead regulations (EPA, OSHA, HUD).
• Comfortable working in a variety of environments, including construction sites and occupied buildings.
• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs and work on ladders or in confined spaces when required.

Work Environment

This role involves being on job sites 90% of the time, with the remaining 10% in the lab and office. The position requires travel to various job sites, and occasional evening or weekend work may be required. Employees receive 80 cents per mile for driving. The company offers a supportive environment for career growth, with benefits including 9 paid holidays: New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, the day after Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, and a Floating Birthday Holiday.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Bridgeville, PA.

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $23.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Bridgeville,PA.

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 13, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

Salary : $18 - $23