What are the responsibilities and job description for the Environmental Field Technician position at Earth Systems LLC?
Tampa, Florida - Full-Time | This position is primarily field-based and requires frequent travel throughout Florida with occasional overnight travel.Position Summary:
The Environmental Field Technician performs environmental sampling, field investigations, remediation support, and environmental monitoring activities throughout Florida. Working alongside Project Managers, Scientists, Engineers, and Geologists, this position plays a critical role in collecting accurate environmental data while maintaining the highest standards of safety and quality.
- Collect soil, groundwater, surface water, sediment, and air samples.
- Assist with environmental site assessments, remediation projects, groundwater monitoring, and compliance inspections.
- Operate, maintain, and calibrate environmental sampling equipment.
- Support drilling activities and subcontractor oversight.
- Install and monitor groundwater wells and remediation equipment.
- Prepare field logs, chain-of-custody forms, and daily reports.
- Follow OSHA requirements and company Health & Safety policies.
- Travel throughout Florida to support projects.
- High School Diploma or GED required.
- Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Geology, Biology, Engineering, or related field preferred.
- 1-3 years of environmental field experience preferred.
- Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record.
- Ability to lift 50 pounds and work outdoors in varying weather.
- Strong communication and organizational skills.
- Microsoft Office proficiency.
- OSHA 40-Hour HAZWOPER (or ability to obtain).
- Groundwater monitoring and sampling.
- Soil and groundwater remediation.
- FDEP regulations and field procedures.
- GPS/electronic field data collection.
- Environmental drilling oversight.
- Mechanical aptitude with pumps and remediation equipment.
$20.00 to $27.00 per hour, depending on experience, certifications, and field capabilities. Overtime and travel opportunities available.
Benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) with Company Match, Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Company-paid Life Insurance, Employee Assistance Program, and ongoing professional development.
Earth Systems is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check, drug screening, and motor vehicle record review, where applicable.
Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. We do not sponsor employment visas for this position.
Earth Systems is an EnviroTrac Company.
Affiliated Companies: Earth Systems · Earth Systems Response & Restoration · Bio-Tech Consulting · Envirotactics · Spangler Environmental · EnviroTrac.
Together, we provide environmental consulting, remediation, and compliance services across multiple states, supporting commercial, industrial, and environmental clients.
Salary : $20 - $27