Field Technician (Indoor Climate Research & Training)

Job Description

Job Description

The Field Technician will provide as-needed field support for the ICRT Research Projects. The position will primarily travel to participating homes throughout Illinois to deploy and retrieve indoor air quality monitoring equipment and complete related field documentation. The frequency and timing of assignments will vary depending on project needs and the schedules of weatherization partners, utility partners, and participating residents.

·         No prior research background is required.

·         Ability and willingness to travel frequently between Champaign, Chicago, and other locations in Illinois.

·         Valid driver’s license and ability to safely complete extended driving assignments.

·         Ability to interact respectfully and professionally with residents from varied socioeconomic and cultural backgrounds.

·         Strong reliability, punctuality, and ability to complete assignments according to established schedules.

·         Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and consistently apply field protocols.

·         Basic ability to operate, transport, and troubleshoot electronic monitoring equipment.

·         Basic computer and mobile-device skills for communication and field documentation.

·         Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

·         Ability to maintain accurate records and protect confidential participant information.

·         Ability to work independently in the field while maintaining regular communication with the project team.

·         Ability to adapt to schedule changes, cancellations, and changing field conditions.

·         Ability to exercise sound judgment and promptly communicate problems or safety concerns.

·         Ability to work occasional evenings or weekends when required by resident or partner availability.

Schedule:   10 – 20 hours per week. (The work schedule varies based on the goals of the ICRT Program.)

 
Worksite:  2111 S. Oak Street, Suite 106, Champaign, IL  61802

 
Status: Temporary

 
Starting Wage:  $24.97 - $34.68

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Champaign County Regional Planning Commission logoThe Champaign County Regional Planning Commission is an intergovernmental membership organization that provides a variety of programming in the areas of regional, environmental and transportation planning; economic, community, and workforce development; social services; early childhood education; and technical assistance in East Central Illinois. As a multi-faceted government agency, the Commission administers over 140 federal and state grants and contracts with an annual operating budget of $80 million and a staff of over 340 professionals housed in 20 locations serving over 30,000 clients annually.

In 2016, the Champaign County Regional Planning Commission reached a 50-year milestone in promoting, planning, and facilitating improvements to the health, safety, welfare, education, economic conditions, environment, and development within our region. We are proud of our many achievements over the past 50 years and look forward to continuing to devel

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Champaign County Regional Planning Commission logoThe Champaign County Regional Planning Commission is an intergovernmental membership organization that provides a variety of programming in the areas of regional, environmental and transportation planning; economic, community, and workforce development; social services; early childhood education; and technical assistance in East Central Illinois. As a multi-faceted government agency, the Commission administers over 140 federal and state grants and contracts with an annual operating budget of $80 million and a staff of over 340 professionals housed in 20 locations serving over 30,000 clients annually.\n\nIn 2016, the Champaign County Regional Planning Commission reached a 50-year milestone in promoting, planning, and facilitating improvements to the health, safety, welfare, education, economic conditions, environment, and development within our region. We are proud of our many achievements over the past 50 years and look forward to continuing to devel