Field Technician

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Environmental Field Technician - Air Monitoring Technician

Job Description

This role focuses on supporting industrial abatement projects by performing air monitoring, sampling, and reporting in active construction and abatement environments. The position suits candidates with 1-2 years of experience in asbestos air monitoring, environmental remediation, or construction settings, as well as entry-level candidates with relevant construction, asbestos, mold, or environmental exposure who are eager to build a career in environmental services.

Responsibilities

+ Conduct air monitoring in abatement areas to ensure compliance with project and regulatory requirements.

+ Perform clearance and experience air sampling before, during, and after abatement activities.

+ Collect, read, and document air samples accurately using established procedures and equipment.

+ Follow established air sampling protocols and chain-of-custody procedures to maintain sample integrity.

+ Maintain accurate field notes, logs, and project documentation for all monitoring activities.

+ Work safely and professionally in active construction and abatement areas, adhering to safety protocols.

+ Communicate clearly and promptly with project managers, contractors, and clients regarding site conditions and results.

+ Support environmental remediation activities as part of an on-site team, following a structured, step-by-step process.

+ Collaborate effectively with team members in both field and office settings to complete projects on schedule.

Essential Skills

+ 1-2 years of experience in asbestos air monitoring, abatement environments, environmental remediation, or construction-related work (or equivalent relevant exposure for entry-level candidates).

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Experience with or exposure to asbestos air monitoring or abatement environments.

+ Familiarity with active construction environments and jobsites.

+ Understanding of air sampling procedures, including setup, collection, and handling of samples.

+ Knowledge of safety protocols related to asbestos, abatement, and construction environments.

+ Ability to collect, read, and document air samples accurately and consistently.

+ Strong attention to detail and reliability in following a two-step or structured process.

+ Effective verbal and written communication skills for interacting with project managers, contractors, and clients.

+ Ability to work as part of an on-site team in dynamic field conditions.

+ Demonstrated focus on safety and adherence to environmental and workplace regulations.

Additional

Skills & Qualifications

+ NIOSH 582 - Sampling & Evaluating Airborne Asbestos Dust certification (strong plus).

+ Previous experience reading or handling asbestos air samples.

+ Experience in environmental services, industrial hygiene, or construction-adjacent roles.

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Experience with environmental remediation projects.

+ Exposure to construction, asbestos, mold, or environmental work, even in an entry-level capacity.

+ Motivation to build a long-term career in environmental services.

+ Strong organizational skills for managing documentation, field notes, and chain-of-custody forms.

+ Ability to adapt to changing site conditions and project requirements.

Work Environment

The role involves a combination of job sites and office settings. You will spend significant time in active construction and abatement environments, working in the field to conduct air monitoring and sampling. Field work may involve exposure to varying weather conditions, noise, and typical construction site activities, requiring consistent adherence to safety protocols and the use of appropriate personal protective equipment.

Office-based work includes reviewing data, completing reports, and maintaining documentation in a professional, team-oriented environment.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Lenexa, KS.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $23.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan,…