Field Technician--Environmental

Start Your Career in Environmental Remediation

Innovative Environmental Technologies, Inc. (IET) is seeking an entry-level Field Technician to join our Environmental Remediation Group in Plumsteadville, Pennsylvania.

This position is an entry point into IET's remediation operations and provides hands-on training and field experience on environmental remediation projects throughout the United States. Prior environmental remediation experience is not required. We are looking for dependable, mechanically inclined individuals who are comfortable working outdoors, traveling, learning technical equipment and working as part of a project team.

Field Technicians report to IET Project Managers and assist with the mobilization, implementation, operation and documentation of field remediation projects.

IET's field projects may include in-situ chemical oxidation (ISCO), in-situ chemical reduction (ISCR), biological remediation, injection programs, soil mixing and other environmental remediation technologies.

What You'll Do

• Prepare, load and mobilize remediation equipment and materials to project sites
• Assist with setup and operation of field remediation systems
• Operate and monitor pumps, hoses, tanks, generators, compressors and injection equipment
• Assist with chemical mixing, material transfer and injection operations
• Perform routine equipment inspections, maintenance and troubleshooting
• Drive company trucks and, when qualified, tow equipment trailers
• Assist with operation of equipment such as forklifts, skid steers and other field equipment as trained and authorized
• Maintain accurate field documentation, including field logs, photographs, material usage and equipment records
• Maintain an organized and safe project site
• Assist with project demobilization, equipment cleaning and return of equipment to IET facilities
• Follow IET safety procedures and project-specific health and safety requirements
• Work closely with Project Managers, technical staff and other Field Technicians

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• Strong mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn
• Ability to safely use or learn to use hand and power tools
• Ability to work effectively both as part of a team and independently
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record
• Comfortable driving company pickup trucks and learning to tow equipment trailers
• Willing and able to travel approximately 60%, including overnight and multi-day assignments
• Ability to lift and carry approximately 50 pounds and perform physically demanding outdoor fieldwork
• Comfortable using smartphones, tablets and basic digital documentation tools
• Dependable attendance and punctuality
• Professional communication and conduct at customer and project sites
• Willingness to work flexible schedules, including early starts, extended days, overtime and occasional weekends when project schedules require

Preferred Qualifications

The following are preferred but are not required for an entry-level candidate:

• 1–3 years of experience in field service, construction, mechanical work, maintenance, installation or a related trade
• Environmental remediation or environmental field experience
• Drilling or drilling-support experience
• Commercial Driver's License (CDL), Class A or B
• Experience towing trailers or operating larger trucks
• Experience with pumps, generators, compressors, forklifts, skid steers or drilling equipment
• Technical or trade-school training
• OSHA, HAZWOPER, First Aid or CPR training
• Drilling licenses or related certifications

Travel & Work Environment

This is a hands-on field position. Field Technicians should expect to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and on active environmental, industrial and construction sites.

Travel averages approximately 60% and includes overnight and multi-day assignments. Project schedules may require early mornings, extended workdays, overtime and occasional weekend work.

Training & Career Development

This position is intended as an entry point into IET's Environmental Remediation Group. IET provides hands-on training and field experience with opportunities to assume increasing technical and project responsibilities as skills and experience develop.

Employees may also have opportunities to pursue additional training, equipment qualifications, CDL licensing and other professional certifications.

About IET

Innovative Environmental Technologies, Inc. provides environmental remediation services and technologies for projects throughout the United States. Our work includes in-situ chemical oxidation, in-situ chemical reduction, biological remediation, injection technologies, soil mixing and other environmental remediation applications.

Our field teams work directly with IET's Project Managers and technical professionals to implement remediation projects in real-world field conditions.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Health insurance- 90% paid
• Paid vacation
• Paid sick time
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Generous bonus structure

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• Are you comfortable driving company pickup trucks and towing or learning to tow equipment trailers?
• Are you able to lift and carry approximately 50 pounds and perform physically demanding outdoor fieldwork, with or without reasonable accommodation?
• Are you able to work early starts, extended days, overtime and occasional weekends when required by project schedules?
• Do you have hands-on mechanical experience using tools, machinery, vehicles, equipment or performing repairs/maintenance?
• Are you willing and able to travel approximately 60%, including overnight and multi-day assignments?
• Do you have environmental remediation, environmental fieldwork or drilling experience?
• Are you able to pass a Federal Department of Transportation Physical and Drug test?

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Sunbury, OH 43074: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $20 - $25