What are the responsibilities and job description for the Environmental Field Technician position at Oklahoma Environmental Services?
Environmental Field Technician
Reports To: Field Services Manager
Supervisory Duties: None
Position Summary
Field Operations entails executing those tasks and assignments associated with collecting data away from the office environment, overseeing the work of colleagues or contractors away from the office environment, and the performance of specific environmental duties with the express purpose of meeting the requirements of staff project managers. Most tasks and assignments are delivered in the form of “Field Work Orders”.
Education and Experience
- HS or GED
- HAZWOPER
- Field/outdoors
- Operating equipment - drill rigs, skid steers, excavators
- Installing monitoring wells
- Soil and groundwater remediation
- Collecting scientific data - soil, groundwater, building materials
- Mechanically inclined
- CDL a plus
Accountabilities
Field Services
- Work as part of a team conducting environmental services
- Communicate with project managers and others
- Conduct work in a safe manner
Additional Responsibilities
- Support disposal activities
- Perform additional duties as assigned.
Competencies
- Work Safely
- Take quality notes in the field
- Execute field work orders
- Calibrate/operate field instruments
- Maintain vehicle fleet
- Complete and support tasks under supervision of experienced field technician
- Read and understand Field Work Orders
- Communicate with project managers
- Collect information and data in a prescribed fashion and consistent with OES’ protocols and procedures
- Report “unusual” or “inconsistent” observations to project managers directly
- “Ask questions” if unsure
- All other duties as assigned
Teamwork:
Participate in team planning, status, and other meetings
Participate in team functions as applicable
Participate in Safety Training programs
Other Requirements
- Excellent organizational, analytical, and communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining strict confidentiality.
- Occasional travel between company locations.
- Ability to use standard office equipment and computers for extended periods.
Disclaimer
This job description describes the general nature of the work performed and is not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities. Duties may change based on business needs. Employment is at will.