Environmental Field Technician

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Join us as we strive to ensure a sustainable future for our communities and the world we live in. 

Become part of our global network of skilled engineers, scientists, auditors, planners and environmental specialists, all working together to leave this world better than we found it.

GHD has an excellent opportunity for an Environmental Field Technician to join our team on a full-time, 40-hour/week basis, based out of our Baton Rouge, LA locations. This role is a “hands on” field position.

Conduct research or perform investigation for the purpose of identifying, abating, or eliminating sources of pollutants or hazards that affect either the environment or the health of the population. Using knowledge of various scientific disciplines, may collect, synthesize, study, report, and recommend action based on data derived from measurements or observations of air, food, soil, water, and other sources.

Responsibilities of the position will be but are not limited to:

• Collection of environmental water samples.
• Coordination with laboratory to ensure environmental samples are received, processed, and results are provided in a timely manner.
• Collect water samples and conduct bench scale analysis.
• Perform environmental inspections
• Develop waste profiles based on analytical findings and generator knowledge.
• Coordination with waste transport services to transport waste off‑Site in the regulated time frame.

The ideal candidate will have the following skills:

• Ability to perform field work outdoors in various weather conditions and ability to lift 50 pounds 
• Commitment to safety applying a behavior-based safety culture in all aspects of the job
• Strong mechanical, electrical, and computer proficiency
• Physically capable of working in non-ideal conditions, such as hot/cold temperatures, wet weather, outside, and around loud equipment and traversing rough terrains
• Ability to be a self-starter, flexible, great teammate, willing and able to work on a wide variety of tasks with minimal direction
• Ability to analyze field readings, data, and operating parameters to optimize system operations
• Strong attention to detail, excellent organizational skills, and demonstrates strong troubleshooting skills and effectively resolves issues while on the job
• Data Collection and Analysis: Collate and analyze data using preset tools, methods, and formats. Involves working independently.
• Personal Capability Building: Develop own capabilities by participating in assessment and development planning activities as well as formal and informal training and coaching; gain or maintain external professional accreditation, where relevant, to improve performance and fulfill personal potential. Maintain an understanding of relevant technology, external regulation, and industry best practices through ongoing education, attending conferences, and reading specialist media.
• Health, Safety, and Environment: Follow the organization's health, safety, and environment (HSE) policies, procedures, and mandatory instructions to identify and mitigate environmental risks and risks to the well-being of self and others in the workplace. Identify patterns of risky behavior within the team and take appropriate action to resolve them, escalating serious issues as appropriate.
• Client & Customer Management (External): Manage relationships with small clients while also helping senior colleagues manage relationships with larger key clients and customers.
• Sampling and Testing: Collect a range of samples for laboratory testing and undertake testing in accordance with statutory frameworks and best practice to ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
• Project Management: Work within an established project management plan to achieve specific goals.
• Environmental Impact Assessment: Carry out environmental impact assessments, delivering on assigned tasks to ensure comprehensive evaluation.
• Solutions Analysis: Interpret data and identify possible answers. Involves navigating a wide variety of processes, procedures, and precedents.
• Insights and Reporting: Contribute to the preparation of various data and analytics reports.
• Bid Solicitation/Request for Proposal/Tender Preparation: Gather information and resources, and draft and complete standard requests for bid solicitation requests for proposal (RFP) and requests for tender (RFT) on the requester side.
• Community of Practice Management: Participate actively in a community of practice in a defined area of expertise or consulting to build own expertise.
• Environmental Risk Management: Coordinate the process of identifying, assessing, and mitigating environmental risks.

Qualifications:

• 0-3 years of previous environmental sampling field experience. 
• OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER is a plus
• Maintain Department of Transportation (DOT)/Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) training is a plus
• Must have a valid driver’s license and a clean driving record

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As a multicultural organization, we encourage individual achievement and recognize the strength of a diverse workforce. GHD is an equal opportunity employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, genetic information, national origin, sex (including same sex), sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, age, disability or handicap, citizenship status, service member status, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.