Environmental Field Technician

We have over 135 offices across the United States, Canada, Europe, and Australia and are approaching 3500 employees – all ready to provide solutions for environmental needs.

The Montrose team in Pittsburgh is responsible for installing, calibrating, maintaining and operating field monitoring devices at various types of facilities in the Oil and Gas Industry.
** 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
* Competitive compensation package: hourly rate ranging from $24-28/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
** Ideal candidates will have a strong understanding of oil and gas field operations, preferably with hands-on experience in an O&G facility and demonstrated experience conducting field-based environmental sampling and monitoring activities.  This position offers a unique opportunity to join a successful Environmental Engineering firm and will report to our office in Pittsburgh, PA. This opportunity is primarily a field-based position at sites in southwestern PA and northern WV.  

The successful candidate will complete several safety training courses prior to initiating any field activities, and participate in a comprehensive safety and technical training program that includes both field and office based components.

As a key member of the team, this role will be responsible for a full range of activities including:
* Install, calibrate, troubleshoot, operate and maintain environmental sampling and monitoring equipment
* Use various detection and measurement technologies
* Conduct field work at client sites to collect data
* Review data and prepare field reports
* Report all equipment, environmental, and safety issues and incidents to management
* Build and maintain trusted client relationships through responsive communication and high-quality field support
* Maintain company equipment in safe, working condition
* Represent the company in a professional manner
* Demonstrate strong knowledge of safety procedures and safe work practices, and adhere to all company and client safety training, policies, and regulatory requirements (including OSHA)
* Work effectively, both independently and collaboratively with peers, seniors, and our clients to build and strengthen relationships
* Support project managers with research and data collection efforts
* Maintain knowledge of applicable environmental regulations and standards
* Maintain and protect company and client confidentiality
* Perform other duties as assigned
** YOUR EXPERTISE AND SKILLS
** 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.
* Understanding of environmental sampling and monitoring including, but not limited to air, water, waste, soil, and radiation.
* Experience in Oil and Gas industry (preference given to candidates with natural gas processing/transmission facility experience)
* Effective computer skills (Excel and Microsoft Office are essential) and proficiency with Android OS
* Ability to work 12-hour shifts
* Sitting, standing, and walking
* Lifting up to 50 pounds several times a day
* Overhead lifting of over 20 pounds
* Bending, stooping, climbing ladders and crawling
* Long hours involving overtime and weekends as necessary
* Willingness to travel overnight up to 15% of the time
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