Environmental Field Technician

Environmental Field Technician

The Environmental Field Technician is responsible for supporting Allegheny County Airport Authority's environmental compliance programs through field inspections and sampling, data collection and analysis, regulatory reporting, and technical support. This role assists in monitoring environmental performance and ensuring compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations. They will collaborate closely with internal and external stakeholders to identify and mitigate risks, improve processes, and promote sustainable and environmentally responsible practices throughout the Authority.

Here is how the Environmental Field Technician will help:

• Conduct general field work across any/all environmental core areas, including but not limited to: Inspections of ACAA facilities, tenant operations, and contractor activities, environmental inspections such as waste storage areas, tanks, dams, and stormwater basins.
• Collect regulatory drinking water and stormwater samples.
• Track, model, and analyze data to predict trends and monitor performance of environmental programs.
• Provide technical support for maintaining environmental compliance related to aircraft deicing operations and drinking water distribution system operations.
• Assist with environmental spill response and remediation.
• Assist in reviewing environmental regulations.
• Prepare compliance, regulatory, technical, and procedural reports for internal and external audiences.
• Demonstrate continuous effort to improve operations.
• Perform other environmental duties as needed required.

The successful candidate for the role of Environmental Field Technician will demonstrate the following key competencies needed in our culture:

• Communication – Proactively conveys a clear, convincing, and timely message; communicates effectively verbally and in writing using effective and appropriate communication.
• Strategic Thinking – Appreciates "big picture" commits to a course of action to accomplish individual, team and organizational goals understanding how they dynamically contribute to the mission and vision of the Airport Authority, is forward thinking and adept at seeing future outcomes and issues.
• Team Builder – Recognizes the value of teamwork and being an effective contributor to the team that delivers desired results; is a subject matter expert that collaboratively participates in the overall effectiveness of the team.
• Customer Centricity – Aware of customer needs and the prioritization of our customers both internal and external, makes decisions with customer in mind, builds strong customer relationships.

Qualifications

• Bachelors Degree in Environmental Sciences, Environmental Engineering, Geology, or a related field.
• Background in GIS and/or water chemistry is preferred.
• 0-1 years experience in environmental field work.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States.
• Must be able to obtain FAA required security clearance.
• Possess or obtain prior to employment a valid Pennsylvania driver's license. Note: license must be maintained throughout employment

We also expect that candidates will demonstrate the following knowledge, skills, and abilities in most cases:

• Ability to assimilate technical environmental information.
• Skilled in conducting field inspections and environmental monitoring.
• Ability to read and interpret laboratory results.
• Strong written communication skills, with the ability to produce clear, well‑organized documents using proper grammar and punctuation.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Don't meet every requirement?

Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs if they don't meet every single qualification. As a Smarter Airport, we recognize that talent is not always related job history and skills come from valuable experiences that aren't always shown on a resume. If you are excited to make a positive change for our region, but your experience doesn't align perfectly, we encourage you to apply. You may be the right candidate for our organization, whether it be this role or another.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and depth perception. Must be able to understand and speak clearly in English.

Conditions

Subject to remain on duty beyond normal hours or be recalled to duty up to 24 hours per day, seven days a week during emergency situations or other extensive periods. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; and outside weather conditions, and loud noise. Outside of field work this role is primarily in an office environment; the noise level in the primary environment is usually moderate to quiet.

Medical Examination

Employment is contingent upon the results of a post-offer (initial employment or promotion) physical examination performed by the Authority's examining physician.

Drug Testing

Employment is contingent upon the results of a post-offer (initial employment or promotion) drug screening. Continued employment may be subject to drug and alcohol testing conducted without advance notice and without individualized suspicion.

Pre-Employment Investigation

Must pass a thorough investigation, consisting of a criminal history check (including but not limited to the requirements of CFR 1542.209 and 1542.3), verification of prior employment and performance, reference and credentials checks.

Caring For Our Crew

At ACAA, we've got you covered. That applies to how we equip, empower, and enable our people to do their jobs. It also applies to our benefits, which are broader and more valuable than what many other employers offer:

• We offer two plan options for healthcare coverage from high-quality insurance carriers, as well as an ACAA-funded Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) that will help offset the cost of many medical expenses.
• ACAA employees pay almost $1,200 less per year in healthcare payroll contributions than the average employee in other companies, according to market surveys.
• When HRA funding is included, the health-plan deductibles paid by ACAA employees are about $1,200 lower on average than the costs paid by employees of other companies.
• ACAA does not require that employees meet a separate deductible for pharmacy expenses before prescription-drug coverage kicks in.
• ACAA's dental plans (included with healthcare coverage) offer an option covering children's orthodontia.
• Employees also can take advantage of a Flexible Spending Account (FSA) to help pay for health care and dependent care expenses on a pre-tax basis.
• All eligible full-time ACAA employees participate in the Allegheny County Employees Pension Plan, a defined-benefit plan that vests after 10 years of service.
• Employees also may participate in a Deferred Compensation Plan, which allows them to contribute part of their pay on a pre-tax basis into long-term retirement investments.
• A robust Employee Assistance Program (including access to free counselling sessions, financial guidance, and care coordination), life insurance options, a wellness program, and eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program round out ACAA's exemplary benefits.

About the Allegheny County Airport Authority

The Allegheny County Airport Authority, which manages Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT) and Allegheny County Airport (AGC), is committed to transforming Pittsburgh's airports to reflect, connect and serve the community, inspire the industry and advance the region's role as a world leader.

Pittsburgh International Airport serves nearly 10 million passengers annually to 63 direct routes. PIT's CEO Christina Cassotis has been recognized for numerous leadership awards. In 2025, she was named Pittsburgher of the Year by Pittsburgh Magazine.

PIT recently opened a new, modernized pre-security terminal and Terminal Garage, designed for and by the people of the Pittsburgh region. This new airport represents more than a decade of planning, preparation and work from the ACAA team. It serves as the region's front door to the world, connecting the world to Pittsburgh and Pittsburgh to the world.

ACAA is an equal-opportunity workplace. We will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, disability