Environmental Water Field Tech 1

Environmental Field Technician - Water Sampling 

Job Duties:

•    The tech will be responsible for providing wastewater and groundwater testing services to clients in the greater twin cities and surrounding areas, including northern MN.

•    The tech will be responsible for performing daily sampling projects ranging from surface water, drinking water, ground water, soil, to industrial process waste.

•    The tech will be responsible for programming, deployment and retrieval of auto-samplers and flow monitoring equipment.

•    The tech will be responsible for recording measurements and calibrating and performing maintenance on a variety of water quality meters.

•    Ability to interpret scientific documentation including environmental permits, site specific sampling plans, Quality Assurance Project Plans, and EPA methodologies.

•    A motivated individual would interact daily with clients, promote cooperation and teamwork among staff and follow Pace policies and standard operating procedures.

Job Type: Full-time

Working together to protect our environment and improve our health.  Pace® delivers the highest standard of testing and scientific services in the market. We offer the most advanced solutions in the industry, backed by truly transparent data, a highly trained team, and the service and support that comes from four decades of experience.

Schedule:

•    Hours vary due to client scheduling; typically Monday - Friday with occasional weekend hours.

•    Requires travel/overnights, up to or exceeding 25% of the time, some quarters more frequent than others.

•    Capable and willing to work outdoors in all varying conditions.  Some sampling locations are remote, requiring the use of an ATV to access.

Education:

•    Must have High School Diploma. AS or BS degree preferred (Environmental Science or related field is ideal) 

•    Experience in related studies or work is preferred; OR an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. One year of experience in a lab or environmental setting is preferred.  

Requirements:

•    A valid Driver’s License and a clean driving record.

•    Drug-Free

•    Mobility to safely operate a motor vehicle and exert up to 75 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull or move objects; vision to read printed materials and computer screens; and hearing and speech to communicate in person or over the telephone. 

•    Experience operating a watercraft and off-road driving experience utilizing ATVs is a plus.