Environmental Technician

Overview

As an Environmental Technician for Civil & Environmental Consultants, Inc. (CEC) in our Franklin, TN office, you’ll coordinate and implement site‑specific environmental project tasks while working closely with engineers, geologists, and scientists. You’ll plan and conduct fieldwork including surface water, groundwater, soil, sediment, soil gas, and air sampling, as well as provide office support. This role requires attention to detail, mechanical aptitude, flexibility, and the ability to work independently or as part of a team, with periodic travel and outdoor work.

CEC provides opportunities for professional development, mentoring, and technical training to support your growth in the environmental consulting field.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan and perform fieldwork including surface water, wastewater, groundwater, soil, sediment, soil vapor, and air sampling
• Assist clients in maintaining compliance with federal, state, and local environmental regulations
• Prepare daily and weekly field reports, progress reports, and project documentation in accordance with company procedures
• Assist in the preparation of final reports, work plans, health and safety documents, and report appendices
• Collaborate with project personnel including contractors, project managers, engineers, and clients, supporting an integrated team approach
• Observe and follow site‑specific health and safety plans and company Workplace Safety Manual policies

• Enjoy working outside;
• 0 to 5 years experience is preferred; related experience in mechanical, construction, environmental, or solid waste field experience is a plus;
• Mechanical or construction knowledge is preferred;
• Valid driver’s license with a driving record in good standing is required, willingness to travel;
• Must meet physical requirements for driving (pick‑up truck), walking inspection of improved and unimproved property, lifting and carrying equipment/mechanical components (occasionally up to 50 lbs. unassisted), hand excavation/digging (using shovels/picks), carrying and climbing ladders, operating and working from man lifts, operating electric tools (drills, saws, etc.), using hand tools (screw drivers, wrenches, hammers, etc.) and providing services under varying weather conditions;
• Ability to work independently in the field while following operating procedures;
• Technical training or experience collecting samples a plus; and
• 40-hr HAZWOPER training a plus.

CEC offers a matching 401(k); profit sharing; a performance bonus; company stock; medical dental, and vision insurance; short and long‑term disability; tuition assistance; professional development; and work‑life balance.

CEC is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We do not discriminate in recruiting, hiring or promotion based on race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, transgender status), national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other basis or characteristic prohibited by applicable federal, state, or local law.