What are the responsibilities and job description for the Field Service Technician - Environmental Laboratory position at Montrose Environmental Group?
About Us
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 a Field Service Technician based in our San Diego, CA Service Center, you’ll bring the lab to the field. You'll play a key role in collecting samples, operating equipment, and executing protocols with accuracy to deliver reliable results from the source. In this role, you'll work independently, solve problems on the fly, and adapt to changing conditions with confidence.
The compensation range for this role is $20 to $24, commensurate with experience, skills, and geographic location.
To thrive in this role, you’ll be comfortable taking ownership of the following responsibilities:
These requirements reflect the knowledge, skills and abilities that help you do your best work here.
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.
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 a Field Service Technician based in our San Diego, CA Service Center, you’ll bring the lab to the field. You'll play a key role in collecting samples, operating equipment, and executing protocols with accuracy to deliver reliable results from the source. In this role, you'll work independently, solve problems on the fly, and adapt to changing conditions with confidence.
The compensation range for this role is $20 to $24, commensurate with experience, skills, and geographic location.
To thrive in this role, you’ll be comfortable taking ownership of the following responsibilities:
- Responsible for field sampling, delivery of sample containers and pick up of environmental samples
- Works with field coordinator to determine the best route to minimize travel time and maximize total of jobs
- Prepares proper containers and calibrates field parameters prior to each field sampling project
- Performs on-site field sampling following safe and proper field sampling techniques
- Performs field measurements: pH, chlorine residual, temperature, etc.
- Properly fills out chain-of-custodies and follows sample acceptance procedures
- Handles and drives the company vehicle in a responsible and legal manner
- Schedule routine maintenance of assigned company vehicle
- Adheres to company Ethics Policy and Quality Assurance Manual
- Assists with the repair of field equipment including ISCO compositors and field meters
- Assists with sample login as needed
- Participates in focus teams as needed
- Perform additional duties as requested by the department manager
These requirements reflect the knowledge, skills and abilities that help you do your best work here.
- High School diploma or equivalent required
- Valid Driver’s License and good driving record
- Must be a US citizen (government Contract work)
- Experience with ISCO 24-hr compositors is a plus
- Knowledge of Total Coliform Rule sampling criteria is a plus
- Possess excellent customer service skills and positive attitude
- Able to interact with clients in a professional way
- Detailed oriented and able to multi task
- Able to communicate effectively with the lab in a timely manner
- Able to meet flexible schedule and work overtime as necessary
- Able to work independently but contribute equally in a team environment
- Have a strong commitment to meeting deadlines
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.
- Sitting, standing, and walking
- Lifting up to 50 pounds
- Works in an office and/or various job sites, client locations, or outdoor environments
- Often works outdoors and may be exposed to hot and cold environments and extreme weather conditions, including sunlit, rainy and windy conditions
Salary : $20 - $24