Environmental Field Technician - Full-time

Who We Are:

At UES, we’re a team of more than 4,000 engineers, scientists, geologists, inspectors, technicians, and drillers united by a shared purpose—to make a meaningful impact in the communities we serve. As a national leader in geotechnical engineering, environmental consulting, and materials testing and inspection, we collaborate on transformative projects across transportation, energy, water, healthcare, and more. Learn more about the benefits of joining Team UES and our core values at careers.teamues.com.

Position Overview:

What You’ll Do:
As an Environmental Field Technician at UES/B2E, you’ll play a key role in ensuring safe and compliant work environments. Your responsibilities may include:

• Conducting on-site inspections for asbestos, lead paint, mold, and other regulated materials.

• Performing air monitoring and oversight of abatement activities for asbestos, lead, mold, and other materials.

• Assisting with indoor air quality investigations and industrial hygiene testing.

• Preparing proposals, technical reports, and documentation for projects.

• Collaborating with team members to ensure client and project objectives are met.

Pay Range: USD $25.00 - USD $75.00 /Hr. Responsibilities:

What We’re Looking For:
We welcome candidates from entry-level to experienced backgrounds. Ideal candidates will have:

• • A degree or coursework in environmental science, construction management, or a related field (preferred, not required).
  • Strong reading, writing, and communication skills.
  • Comfort with Windows and Microsoft Office programs.
  • Ability to work independently in the field and collaboratively with a team.
  • Willingness to travel regionally for short-term projects.
  • Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required; an Associate’s degree or coursework in Environmental Science, Engineering Technology, or a related field is preferred.
• Familiarity with basic environmental concepts and willingness to learn industry standards and regulations.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow established protocols.
• Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office and data entry.
• Effective communication skills and ability to work well as part of a team.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and perform physical tasks such as lifting equipment.

Preferred Qualifications:

Bonus Qualifications (Not Required):

• • Certified Asbestos Consultant (CAC) or Certified Site Surveillance Technician (CSST).

  • CDPH, HAZWOPER, or other environmental safety certifications.

  • Previous experience with environmental inspections, air monitoring, or industrial hygiene testing.

Travel Requirements:

• This position requires extensive travel, approximately up to 70% of the time, in support of business objectives and client engagements. Travel may be both scheduled and on short notice, depending on project needs. Destinations typically include job sites, field locations, or regional offices, where work may be conducted in outdoor or operational environments. Adhereance to all company safety protocols and use of PPE is required during travel and on-site work.

Physical Demands & Work Environment:

• Work is primarily conducted outdoors with exposure to outdoor conditions, including:
  • Sites that may not be accessible by vehicle, requiring travel on foot through wetlands, swamps, grasslands, construction zones, and other uneven or rugged terrain with natural and man-made obstacles such as sand, brush, and debris.
  • Moderate to loud noise levels due to lab equipment, field operations, and construction environments.
  • Exposure to dirt, dust, chemicals, sun, heat, humidity, and varying weather conditions as part of field sample collection and testing.
• Physical requirements include:
  • Ability to lift and carry between 35 and 75 lbs. over distances up to 75 feet, involving regular repetitive motion.
  • Ability to stand, walk, drive, and operate laboratory and field equipment for extended periods.
  • Ability to bend, twist, reach, stoop, pull, kneel, climb, balance, lift, carry, and push as required for laboratory and fieldwork.
  • Ability to use your senses to see (including close, distant, and peripheral vison, depth vision, and ability to focus) smell, hear, touch (use hands to reach climb or balance, crouch, stoop, crawl, kneel and sit).

EEO Statement:

UES is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is proud to recruit the most qualified candidates. Please see our full EEO Statement at the bottom of the page