Environmental Field Technician

Are you passionate about air quality 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 Full-time career opportunity for you based in Santa Maria, California.

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 90 offices across the United States, Canada, Europe and Australia and approximately 3,500 employees – all ready to provide solutions for environmental needs.

Job Type: Full-time

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 $18 to $21/hour, 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.

A DAY IN THE LIFE

As a key member of the LDAR team, this role will be responsible for a full range of activities including:

• Conduct routine leak inspections of industrial piping and tank components using a backpack-mounted organic vapor meter
• Maintain a basic understanding of air quality rules and regulations
• Maintain good public relations with clients
• Report all environmental and safety issues to client and Regional Manager
• Maintain all Company equipment in good condition
• Remain current on all Montrose and client safety training and policies
• Report all safety or compliance irregularities to the Client and to the Regional Manager
• Maintains the company vehicle including cleaning, minor repairs, oil changes, etc., and document each activity in the Vehicle Maintenance Log
• Reports all incidents that affect "normal routines," including, but not limited to accidents, injuries, equipment failures or breakage, scheduled activities and client relationships to the Regional Manager
• Performs daily vehicle checks and required routine maintenance of field vehicles, and document using the Vehicle Maintenance Log if applicable
• Properly uses the fuel card, and correctly and accurately reports odometer readings when  fueling vehicle, if applicable
• Maintains all field equipment in good condition
• Reports all non-working equipment to the Regional Manager and prepares Incident Report
• Represents the company in a professional manner, including personal habits, dress codes and communication skills
• Attends all required Safety meetings
• Checks in and checks out as required for all locations
• Demonstrates knowledge of safety procedures
• Immediately reports all work-related accidents and incidents to the site superintendent, Regional Manager and Field Safety Coordinator
• Prepares Near Hit/Hazard Reports as required by the Safety Manager or specific job site 

NECESSARY QUALIFICATIONS

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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the duties and responsibilities.

• High school diploma/GED
• Ability to work a 9/80 schedule
• Ability to work independently
• Experience in industrial or mechanical maintenance, laboratory or related experience preferred
• Proficient math and chemistry principles
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with proven time management and prioritization skills
• Knowledge of air quality regulations
• Pass pre-employment drug and background test screenings
• Valid driver's license
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Working knowledge of computer software, such as MS Office, Word, Excel and Outlook
• Must be able to exert moderate physical effort, including lifting heavy materials and working at heights
• Ensure the company policies, standards and procedures are adhered to at all times
• Willingness and ability to travel, including overnight and weekends if necessary
• Ability to work in industrial settings, outdoor and/or at elevated heights

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.

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 made in heaven.

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.