Environmental Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Environmental Technician
Job Description

This role offers an opportunity to train as an environmental field technician supporting large agricultural, landfill, and industrial projects across the Midwest. You will work primarily in the field, conducting environmental sampling, monitoring, and system maintenance while traveling to various project sites and typically returning home most weekends. The position is ideal for someone who is mechanically inclined, enjoys hands-on work outdoors in varying weather conditions, and is eager to learn environmental field practices with no prior experience required.

Responsibilities

• Travel to project sites throughout the region, typically within approximately 100 miles of a central hub, using a company-provided vehicle to perform field work.
• Conduct field sampling and monitoring activities at landfill and industrial sites, including groundwater and stormwater sampling and other environmental field investigations.
• Perform environmental field sampling and investigation activities such as soil, groundwater, vapor, and site assessments in accordance with established procedures and environmental protocols.
• Operate, monitor, troubleshoot, and maintain landfill gas collection and control systems to ensure safe, efficient, and compliant operation.
• Perform routine wellfield balancing, inspections, and preventative maintenance on wells and related infrastructure to keep systems operating efficiently and in regulatory compliance.
• Support the operation of blowers, flares, and condensate management systems by monitoring performance, identifying issues, and assisting with adjustments and repairs.
• Conduct field sampling and monitoring at wells, probes, headers, blowers, flares, pumps, and other collection system components, documenting results accurately.
• Perform surface emissions monitoring and environmental compliance inspections at landfills and related facilities, following applicable standards and procedures.
• Operate, calibrate, troubleshoot, and maintain analytical and monitoring equipment used for environmental sampling, emissions monitoring, and system performance evaluation.
• Complete hands-on field maintenance activities including pipe repair and fusion, pump repairs, equipment servicing, and general system upkeep to support reliable operations.
• Collect, analyze, and document environmental and operational data from field activities, ensuring accuracy and clarity in all records.
• Maintain accurate field logs, inspection reports, and documentation of observations, corrective actions, and recommendations, and communicate findings clearly to project managers, supervisors, and clients.
• Assist in preparing Phase I Environmental Site Assessment (ESA) reports by providing field observations, data, and supporting documentation.
• Support construction monitoring and oversight activities at energy complexes, landfills, and other industrial or infrastructure sites, ensuring environmental compliance and proper documentation.
• Conduct stormwater inspections and sampling at trucking terminals and other industrial facilities, documenting conditions and ensuring adherence to environmental requirements.
• Work independently at project sites with minimal supervision, managing daily tasks, prioritizing work, and ensuring safe and efficient completion of assignments.
• Apply strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills in the field to identify and resolve mechanical, operational, or environmental issues as they arise.
• Perform physically demanding tasks such as driving a pickup truck, walking inspections of improved and unimproved property, lifting and carrying equipment or mechanical components up to 50 pounds unassisted, hand excavation and digging using shovels and picks, carrying and climbing ladders, operating and working from man lifts, and using electric and hand tools.
• Follow all safety procedures and environmental protocols, maintaining a strong safety mindset and attention to detail while working outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Communicate regularly with project managers and supervisors to report progress, discuss findings, and coordinate next steps for ongoing projects.

• Willingness to travel regularly to project sites, with the ability to be home most weekends.
• Ability to meet physical requirements including driving a pickup truck, walking inspections over varied terrain, lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds unassisted, performing hand excavation and digging with shovels and picks, carrying and climbing ladders, operating and working from man lifts, and using electric tools such as drills and saws as well as hand tools including screwdrivers, wrenches, and hammers.
• Mechanical inclination and strong mechanical aptitude, with comfort performing field-based troubleshooting and maintenance activities.
• Ability to work independently at project sites with minimal supervision, managing tasks and time effectively.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills in the field, particularly in mechanical and operational contexts.
• Experience or demonstrated ability to collect, document, and report environmental data accurately, maintaining detailed and organized records.
• Comfort working outdoors in varying weather conditions and traveling throughout the region for field assignments.
• Strong attention to detail with a safety-focused mindset and strict adherence to environmental protocols and procedures.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record and the ability to travel to project sites throughout the region.
• Ability to work safely and independently in outdoor environments after completing required training.

• Experience in construction, environmental science, or general labor, particularly in field-based roles.
• Exposure to or training in environmental field work, including soil sampling, environmental field sampling, and investigation experience involving soil, groundwater, vapor, or site assessments.
• Background or familiarity with farming or agricultural environments, especially large agricultural projects in the Midwest.
• Experience with environmental remediation or environmental field operations, including landfill or industrial site work.
• Knowledge of or experience with Hazwoper training and practices related to hazardous waste operations and emergency response.
• Experience operating, monitoring, troubleshooting, and maintaining landfill gas collection and control systems.
• Experience performing routine wellfield balancing, inspections, and preventative maintenance for gas collection systems.
• Experience supporting blower, flare, and condensate management system operations in landfill or industrial settings.
• Experience conducting surface emissions monitoring and environmental compliance inspections at landfill or industrial sites.
• Experience operating, calibrating, troubleshooting, and maintaining analytical and monitoring equipment used in environmental field work.
• Experience performing pipe repair and fusion, pump repairs, equipment servicing, and general system maintenance in field environments.
• Experience collecting, analyzing, and documenting environmental and operational data, and communicating findings clearly to project managers, supervisors, and clients.
• Familiarity with preparing or supporting Phase I Environmental Site Assessment (ESA) reports.
• Experience with construction monitoring and oversight at energy complexes, landfills, or similar industrial facilities.
• Experience conducting stormwater inspections and sampling at trucking terminals or other industrial facilities.

This position is primarily field-based and involves regular travel to project sites, with most locations within approximately 100 miles of a central regional hub. Travel is typically conducted in a company-provided vehicle, and you will generally return home most weekends. You will work on a mix of project types, including field sampling at landfill and industrial sites for groundwater and stormwater, landfill and municipal landfill monitoring, and stormwater inspections and sampling at trucking terminals in southern and central Illinois. The role also includes construction monitoring and oversight at energy complexes and other industrial facilities, as well as contributing to Phase I Environmental Site Assessment reports. Work takes place outdoors in varying weather conditions, and you will regularly navigate both improved and unimproved properties. The environment is physically demanding and requires lifting up to 50 pounds unassisted, walking long distances over uneven terrain, performing hand excavation and digging, carrying and climbing ladders, and operating and working from man lifts. You will routinely use electric tools such as drills and saws, as well as hand tools including screwdrivers, wrenches, and hammers. The culture emphasizes safety, independence, and professionalism, with a strong focus on accurate data collection, environmental compliance, and high-quality field work.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Overland, MO.

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $29.00/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 Overland,MO.

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 22, 2026.

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