Field Service Technician
Montrose Environmental Group Inc.
Job Info
ABOUT YOU
Are you passionate about sustainability and ready to join an inclusive work environment, committed to leading new ideas and pathways, and to delivering value? If the answer is, "Yes!" then we have an exciting career opportunity for you as a Field Service Technician based in our Portland, ME office.
As our Field Service Technician, you will be responsible for implementation of ECT2's innovative water and vapor treatment technologies in the field along with supporting the operations pilot demonstration units. This position will assist Project Managers when jobs are awarded to review project scope of work, roles and responsibilities, and project safety. Additionally, this position will apply theory and principles of environmental engineering to modify, test, and operate equipment and devices used in the prevention, control, and remediation of environmental problems, including waste treatment and site remediation, under the direction of engineering staff or scientists. This position may assist in the development of environmental remediation devices.
Who are we? We are Montrose, a global environmental services provider offering environmental planning and permitting, measurement and analytical services, and environmental resiliency and sustainability solutions. Our qualified engineers, scientists, technicians, associates, and policy experts are proud of our collective expertise and the collaborative nature of our approach to helping clients. We strive to optimize environmental resiliency in a way that effectively complements our clients' decision-making and operations and efficiently fulfills their project requirements.
We have over 135 offices across the United States, Canada, Europe and Australia and over 3000 employees - all ready to provide solutions for environmental needs.
WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU
As a key member of our Montrose team, you can expect:
- Mentorship and professional development resources to advance your career
- Direct exposure to our industry's leading experts who are solving the world's toughest environmental challenges
- An entrepreneurial environment where you can learn, thrive and collaborate with talented colleagues
- Opportunities to engage and contribute in our Diversity, Fairness and Inclusion and Women Empowering Leadership employee resource groups
- Competitive compensation package: annual salary ranging from $60,000-$90,000 commensurate with accomplishments, performance, credentials and geography
- Competitive medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage
- 401k with a competitive 4% employer match
- Progressive vacation policies, company holidays and paid parental leave benefits to ensure work/life balance
- A financial assistance program that supports peers in need, known as the Montrose Foundation
- Access to a student loan planning tool to optimize your student loan payoff plans and compare student loan rates with lenders.
Reporting to the Field Services Project Manager, this role will be responsible for a full range of activities including:
- Performs operations and maintenance (O&M) of various types of environmental treatment equipment including pumps, filters, tanks, pressure vessels, and other types of process unit operations.
- Poses a general understanding of system hydraulics, mechanical operation/functionality and instrumentation/electrical control schemes
- Support fabrication activities, as well as hands-on set-up of bench and pilot testing equipment
- Executes limited piping/skid fabrication in the shop and field, troubleshoots and repairs mechanical system issues or failures
- Collects samples using a variety of sampling methods and operates field monitoring equipment including but not limited to: PID/FID, pH, EC, DO, GEM, turbidity, water level, and LEL meters
- Measures and records treatment operational data by carefully documenting monitoring and testing results on field forms and prepares field daily reports and data sheets
- Conducts monitoring, sampling, testing and basic evaluation at various locations and completes Chain-of-Custody forms and labels samples, strictly following regulatory handling and preservation protocols for various sample media and delivers samples to an environmental laboratory
- Enters monitoring data from the field inspection forms into electronic spreadsheets in Word and/or Excel format
- Ensures proper labeling and handling of hazardous material and waste
- Exercise safe work practices by following all Company safety rules and OSHA regulations, including attendance at all required safety training programs
- Communicates promptly with Project Managers to inform of site conditions and activities
- Interacts with clients acting as a front-line representative of the company, presents a professional appearance, and wears appropriate PPE on job sites
- Participate in the company's continuous improvement programs and provide support to team efforts
- Keep up-to-date and current on industry trends by completing formal training
- Perform other duties as assigned
To perform this job successfully, individuals must be able to perform each duty and responsibility satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- 5+ years of experience performing mechanical/electrical troubleshooting, environmental collection, monitoring, sampling, testing and basic evaluation
- Must have a valid Class C driver's license with a clean driving record.
- NFPA70E Training or the willingness to complete.
- Ability/willingness to travel 50-75%
- Ability to complete and maintain HAZWOPER certification with the 40 hour HAZWOPER environmental health and safety class, and annual 8-hour refresher classes
- Must have the ability to lift 50 pounds such as monitoring equipment and tools, with or without assistance
- Proficient with Microsoft Office software
- Be able to deliver and receive electronic documents
- Ability to interface with cross-functional teams and all levels of personnel/management
- Strong problem solving and analytical skills
- Solid organization and time/project management skills
- Effective verbal and written communication skills, must have legible handwriting
- Able to work independently and manage multiple responsibilities (i.e. self-starter, self-motivated)
- Familiarity with supervision of construction projects
- Background in electrical, plumbing or other mechanical trades. Electrical background preferred.
- Competence in HVAC, electrical/control panel fabrication.
- Ability to program processors using Allen Bradley, Siemens or other processors.
- Associate's Degree in Environmental Studies from an accredited university or a technical certification
Working Conditions
Physical Demands
While performing the in-office responsibilities of the job, the employee may be required to spend long hours sitting and using office equipment and computers, and is regularly required to sit, talk, and hear. The employee frequently is required to use hands and fingers to handle or feel.
While performing the out of office field responsibilities for the job, the employee will be required to travel up to 50-75% of the time. Typically out of state, Monday to Friday travel. There may be occasional multiple week operations stints which will be compensated with flexible off time during home periods. There may be occasional lifting (overhead, waist level) from floor of supplies and materials weighing no more than 50 pounds. The work may involve some bending, standing or walking.
Work Environment
Moderate exposure to environmental conditions that impact physical comfort such as temperature extremes while performing field work is possible. May be exposed to hazardous substances.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees so classified. If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, or are limited in the ability or unable to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, you may contact 949-988-3500 or careers@montrose-env.com for assistance.
MAKE THE MOVE TO ACCELERATE YOUR CAREER
We are going to be blunt - the way we work may not suit everyone. We are a fast-paced,
dynamic and high-growth company. You are your own boss, but you will get tons of guidance and plenty of support from talented, super-smart colleagues and its service providers. Therefore, if freedom, autonomy, and head-scratching professional challenges attract you, we could be the perfect match.
Want to know more about us? Visit montrose-env.com and have fun!
Montrose is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Montrose is committed to recruiting and hiring qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status. Montrose is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its employment for individuals with disabilities.
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