Field Tech

Shift

Monday - Friday with occasional weekend hours, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Are you ready to work making the world a safer, healthier place? Join our mission to continuously move science forward; to innovate and advance all aspects of our business to improve the health and safety of our communities and lives.

We are seeking a full-time Environmental Field Tech 1.

Compensation: $22.50 per hour

The Pace® MN‑Field Water Sampling team based in Minneapolis, MN is seeking a motivated individual to join their team, as an entry level Field Tech. This quality driven employee will be responsible for the collection of water samples and related environmental testing data for use in determining environmental and health safety compliance and pollution prevention control. Samples are collected from a variety of sources such as treated and untreated industrial process water, drinking water, groundwater, surface water, sediments, and soils.

The responsibilities will also include performing basic calculations, data entry, test instrument calibration, maintenance, and use. A strong emphasis is placed on accurate project documentation and adherence to Standard Operation Procedures.

• The tech will be responsible for providing wastewater and/or groundwater testing services to clients in the greater twin cities and surrounding areas, including northern MN.
• The tech will be responsible for performing daily sampling projects ranging from surface water, drinking water, ground water, soil, to industrial process waste.
• The tech will be responsible for programming, deployment and retrieval of auto‑samplers and flow monitoring equipment.
• The tech will be responsible for recording measurements and calibrating and performing maintenance on a variety of water quality meters.
• Ability to interpret scientific documentation including environmental permits, site specific sampling plans, Quality Assurance Project Plans, and EPA methodologies.
• A motivated individual would interact daily with clients, promote cooperation and teamwork among staff and follow Pace policies and standard operating procedures.

Full‑time

Working together to protect our environment and improve our health. Pace® delivers the highest standard of testing and scientific services in the market. We offer the most advanced solutions in the industry, backed by truly transparent data, a highly trained team, and the service and support that comes from four decades of experience.

• 401(k) with matching
• Dental Insurance
• Health Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Paid time off
• Overtime

When you join Pace®, you commit to work that makes a positive impact on our communities and our world. We commit to supporting you with benefits and perks that make a positive impact on your life. Full‑time roles are eligible for our comprehensive benefits program which includes competitive salaries, medical, dental, vision, 401K retirement savings plan (100% vested immediately in the employer match), life, disability and voluntary benefits, paid time off for holiday, sick and vacation days, HSA, wellness program, flexible spending accounts, tuition reimbursement, Employee Assistance program, parental leave, optional legal coverage and .

• Hours vary due to client scheduling; typically Monday - Friday with occasional weekend hours.
• Requires travel/overnights, up to or exceeding 25% of the time, some quarters more frequent than others.
• Capable and willing to work outdoors in all varying conditions. Some sampling locations are remote, requiring the use of an ATV to access.

• Must have High School Diploma. AS or BS degree preferred (Environmental Science or related field is ideal)
• Experience in related studies or work is preferred; OR an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. One year of experience in a lab or environmental setting is preferred.

• A valid Driver’s License and a clean driving record.
• Drug Free
• Mobility to safely operate a motor vehicle and exert up to 75 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull or move objects; vision to read printed materials and…