What are the responsibilities and job description for the Environmental Technician (Mechanical Maintenance) position at NOVA Engineering & Environmental?
MAS Environmental (a NOVA Engineering & Environmental Company) is hiring an Environmental Technician for our Tampa, FL or Fort Lauderdale, FL office. We are seeking an experienced Environmental Technician with direct, hands-on experience supporting projects under the Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP) Petroleum Restoration Program (PRP).
This position involves field implementation of petroleum remediation projects, including operation, monitoring, troubleshooting, and maintenance of remedial systems, as well as environmental sampling and compliance with FDEP guidelines.
The ideal candidate will have a mechanical aptitude with the ability to troubleshoot remediation equipment (experience with HVAC repair or vehicle maintenance is ideal).
Responsibilities:
- Support petroleum remediation projects conducted under the FDEP Petroleum Restoration Program (PRP)
- Conduct system startup, monitoring, and optimization for remedial technologies including: Air Sparging, Soil Vapor Extraction (SVE), Dual-Phase Extraction, Pump-and-Treat, etc
- Collect field measurements including vacuum, pressure, flow rates, groundwater elevations, and contaminant screening data
- Perform routine inspection, operation, and preventative maintenance of remedial systems (O&M)
- Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and plumbing issues related to remediation equipment
- Replace and repair system components (pumps, blowers, compressors, piping, valves, control panels)
- Maintain system logs, O&M records, and maintenance documentation required for PRP reporting
- Comply with project-specific Health and Safety Plans (HASP) and FDEP requirements
- Properly manage investigation-derived waste (IDW) in accordance with PRP and state regulations
- Maintain chain-of-custody documentation and sample integrity
- Perform groundwater, soil, and soil vapor sampling in accordance with FDEP guidance and approved scopes of work
- Participate in site safety meetings and regulatory inspections
- Prepare detailed field notes and assist with PRP deliverables and documentation
- Communicate system performance, site conditions, and corrective actions to project managers
- Support regulatory audits, site inspections, and contractor coordination as needed
Required Qualifications:
- High school diploma or GED (Associate’s degree in Environmental Science or related field preferred)
- Experience supporting FDEP PRP projects
- Hands-on experience operating and maintaining petroleum remediation systems
- Mechanical aptitude with the ability to troubleshoot remediation equipment (experience with HVAC repair or vehicle maintenance is ideal)
- Valid Florida driver’s license with a clean driving record
- Ability to perform physically demanding fieldwork and work outdoors in Florida conditions
Preferred Qualifications:
- Familiarity with FDEP sampling protocols and PRP reporting requirements
- OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER (current or ability to obtain)
- Experience with mechanical and electrical systems, control panels, and basic instrumentation is high
- Strong written communication skills for field documentation
Check out our Perks:
In addition to our welcoming company culture and competitive compensation packages, our employees enjoy the below benefits:
- Use of shared Company Vehicle and gas card for daily travel to work sites
- Comprehensive group medical insurance, including health, dental and vision
- Opportunity for professional growth and advancement
- Certification reimbursement and incentive program
- Paid time off
- Company–observed paid holidays
- Company paid life insurance for employee, spouse and children
- Company paid short term disability coverage
- Other supplemental benefit offerings including long-term disability, critical illness, accident and identity theft protection
- 401K retirement with company matching of 50% on the first 6% of employee contributions
- Wellness program with incentives
- Employee Assistance Program
MAS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. NOVA does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, ancestry, marital status, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.