Environmental Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Travel Requirements:

Weekly (typically Mon-Thurs)

Paid daily per diem: $72

Responsibilities

• Perform air emissions testing and monitoring at industrial and manufacturing client sites in accordance with established EPA procedures and regulatory standards.
• Transport testing equipment to job sites using company vehicles, ensuring safe handling and proper loading and unloading of all equipment.
• Set up, operate, and break down air emissions testing equipment at client facilities, following detailed technical instructions and safety guidelines.
• Record test data accurately and collect air and emissions samples as required for environmental analysis and reporting.
• Calibrate testing equipment to ensure accurate measurements and reliable test results before and during field operations.
• Assist engineers with air quality testing procedures, including equipment setup, sample collection, and documentation of test conditions.
• Follow environmental, health, and safety protocols at all times, including site-specific safety rules and OSHA guidelines.
• Organize, stage, and load testing equipment into vehicles in preparation for upcoming jobs, ensuring all required tools and materials are available.
• Perform routine maintenance and cleaning of testing equipment to keep it in good working condition and ready for field deployment.
• Use company-provided resources and training materials to study for and obtain certifications for EPA Test Methods 1–5.
• Work collaboratively as part of a field team, communicating clearly with colleagues and supporting efficient and safe project execution.
• Carry out general office and warehouse tasks on non-field days, including data analysis and management, laying out and preparing testing equipment, loading vehicles, and performing miscellaneous cleaning and maintenance activities.

Qualifications:

• Preferred B.S. degree in Environmental Science, Geology, or a related field.
• Or at least 1 year of experience in an environmental field testing, industrial, construction, landscaping, or other hands-on role is preferred.
• Comfort working in a field-based environment and performing physically demanding tasks.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 75 pounds as part of equipment handling and setup activities.
• Strong team-oriented mindset with the ability to collaborate effectively.
• Willingness to obtain OSHA 10-hour certification through company-provided training.
• Interest in environmental testing, air quality, and compliance field work.
• Reliable record-keeping skills and attention to detail when documenting test data and sample information.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Las Vegas, NV.

The pay range for this position is $22.50 - $22.50/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Las Vegas,NV.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 10, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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