Environmental Technician III​/Treatment System Operator

• Full-time
• Business Group: DCS
• Legal Entity: AECOM Field Services LLC
• Business Line:
  Environment
• Work Location Model:
  On‑Site
• Primary
  
  Location:
  
  US - Richmond, VA - 900 East Broad S
• Compensation: USD 32.5 - USD 38 - hourly

AECOM is seeking a Senior Environmental Technician based in Richmond, VA to support environmental remediation for an industrial client. You will work alongside experienced supervisors and field crews to execute field tasks safely and efficiently, maintain high‑quality documentation, and support operations, maintenance, and sampling activities.

This role emphasizes learning, hands‑on fieldwork, and adherence to safety and quality protocols, with growth opportunities into advanced field and supervisory responsibilities.

• Oversee pump‑and‑treat system operations, including monitoring, troubleshooting, maintenance, and performance optimization.
• Sampling groundwater influent and effluent from groundwater treatment systems primarily for volatile organic compounds. Prepare chains‑of‑custody and load samples into cooler for transport to analytical laboratories.
• Gather and maintain specified records of scientific data for the technical lead/supervisor, including environmental sampling, operations and maintenance, and inspections at client sites.
• Assist with calculations, set up and operate sampling devices and pumps, inspect equipment and installations for compliance, and maintain proper project documentation.
• Drive AECOM‑leased site vehicles.
• Use mechanical aptitude to repair treatment equipment.

• Follow AECOM safety policies and Site‑Specific Health and Safety Plans (SSHPs); participate in JHAs/tailgates and stop work if unsafe conditions arise.
• Use required PPE correctly, report incidents, near misses, and unsafe conditions immediately.
• Maintain compliance with OSHA and applicable state requirements during all phases of work.

• Maintain complete and accurate field logs, daily reports, equipment logs, photo documentation, and chain‑of‑custody records.
• Perform basic data entry and QA/QC checks for measurements and sampling results.

• Coordinate day‑to‑day needs with the site supervisor, project manager, subcontractors, and client representatives as directed.
• Communicate field status, issues, and material/equipment needs promptly and professionally.

• High School Diploma (or equivalent) or demonstrated equivalency of education and experience.
• 4+ years of environmental remediation, construction, utilities, or industrial fieldwork experience.
• U.S. citizenship (sponsorship not available).
• Pass client‑required drug screening, background check, and motor vehicle records check; valid U.S. driver’s license.
• Ability to perform fieldwork in varying weather/terrain, lift/carry up to 50 lbs, stand for extended periods, and work overtime/weekends as project needs dictate.
• OSHA 40‑hour HAZWOPER (current) or ability to obtain within 60 days of hire (training provided).
• Position requires frequent standing/walking, power gripping, operation of vehicles, repetitive hand movements, lifting, and occasional work in confined spaces or at heights as described in detail.
• Flexibility on work hours is required. Project consists of rotating shifts: one week day shift (7:00 am‑3:30 pm, Monday–Friday) followed by two weeks second shift (2:00 pm‑10:30 pm, Monday–Friday), with periodic weekend work as needed.

• 6+ years of environmental remediation, construction, utilities, or industrial fieldwork experience.
• Current OSHA 40‑hour HAZWOPER with recent refresher; OSHA 10 or 30 Construction and CPR/First Aid certifications.
• Experience with basic sampling, meter use (e.g., PID, multi‑parameter), and remediation system O&M tasks.
• Proficiency with field documentation (daily reports, chain‑of‑custody, photo logs); basic Excel/Word skills.

• Relocation assistance is not available for this position.
• This position does not include sponsorship for United States work authorization.

By law, AECOM is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be treated in accordance with EEO guidelines.