Field Data Collector; Temporary

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Tetra Tech is looking to hire temporary, on‑call field data collectors to assist with waste evaluation (sorting) studies locally in Denver, CO. This field work will take place this summer with tentative field dates of 8/10/26 - 8/21/26 with opportunities for future field work. The position offers opportunities to work within a large international firm on many exciting projects with an environmental focus.

Our business unit focuses primarily on strategic planning, design, construction, permitting, regulatory compliance, and program implementation for solid waste management programs and projects. This position will provide opportunities to work on projects that focus on waste reduction, reuse and reduction planning, circularity and sustainability in waste management, alternative technologies to landfilling, green renewable energy projects, food waste prevention and reduction, waste characterization, and solid waste facility and collection program development.

The successful candidate will become part of a team that will execute local projects that make a difference in the communities served and the environment. The pay scale for this position is $24-$28 an hour, based on qualifications and experience. Benefits offered include medical and a 401(k). The Final date to receive applications is 07/24/2026.

• Collect trash and compost samples from commercial and multi‑family residential buildings and record the information on a tablet.
• Load collected waste samples into box truck and transport to designated sorting location.
• Sort waste into material categories, weigh each category, and record data into a tablet for each sample.
• Set up, tear down, and clean up of sorting area, including tables, scales, canopies, and other sorting equipment.

• Urban Planning, Sustainability, Environmental Science, or related degree from a 4‑year university.
• Ability to walk for multiple hours and work outdoors in variable weather conditions.
• Ability to work independently and with a team.
• Ability to exercise flexibility, good judgment, and discretion.
• Ability to lift heavy items.
• Ability to operate a tablet.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Outgoing and positive communicator.
• Experience specific to waste reduction and recycling is a plus.
• Ability and willingness to perform visual inspections and characterization of trash.
• Experience with solid waste planning including waste characterization, landfill diversion planning, and food waste prevention programs is a plus.

• Comprehensive and market‑competitive benefits.
• Merit‑based financial rewards.
• Flexibility and company‑wide commitment to work/life balance.
• Collaborative team atmosphere that values the contributions of all employees.
• Learning and development opportunities for ongoing professional…