Environmental Technician; PRP

NOVA Engineering & Environmental is seeking an Environmental Field Technician to support petroleum remediation projects under the Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP) Petroleum Restoration Program (PRP). This is a hands-on, field-based role where you will work on sites impacted by petroleum, helping monitor and operate cleanup systems while collecting environmental samples. This Environmental Technician can be based in Tampa or Fort Lauderdale, FL
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This position is ideal for someone who enjoys working outdoors, has strong mechanical skills, and wants to build a career in environmental remediation and consulting.

• Collect groundwater, soil, and soil vapor samples from monitoring wells and project sites
• Measure water levels and record field data used to track contamination
• Operate and monitor remediation systems that clean up petroleum-impacted soil and groundwater
• Perform routine maintenance and troubleshooting on pumps, blowers, piping, and related equipment
• Document site conditions, system performance, and daily activities
• Support project teams with site work, inspections, and coordination with contractors

• You will gain hands-on experience operating systems such as:
  Air Sparging (AS), Soil Vapor Extraction (SVE), Dual-Phase Extraction (DPE), Pump-and-Treat (P&T)
• You’ll be responsible for collecting system readings (pressure, flow, etc.), identifying issues, and helping keep systems running efficiently.

• Perform basic field-level electrical checks such as verifying power, using a multimeter or clamp meter, recognizing tripped breakers or disconnected power, and safely troubleshooting common equipment start-up issues.

• Apply hands-on mechanical skills to inspect, maintain, and troubleshoot pumps, blowers, piping, valves, gauges, fittings, hoses, and related remediation system components.

• Follow all Health and Safety Plans (HASP) and company safety procedures
• Work in compliance with FDEP PRP requirements
• Properly manage investigation-derived waste (IDW)
• Participate in safety meetings and site inspections

• High school diploma or GED (Associate’s degree preferred)
• 1–3+ years of environmental field or construction-related experience
• Experience collecting environmental samples (groundwater, soil, or similar)
• Strong mechanical aptitude and comfort working with tools and equipment
• Ability to work outdoors in Florida conditions (heat, humidity, uneven terrain)
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record

• Experience supporting FDEP PRP projects
• Hands-on experience with remediation system operation and maintenance
• OSHA 40-Hour HAZWOPER (or willingness to obtain)
• Experience using field instruments (meters, probes, gauges)
• Basic understanding of electrical systems and troubleshooting
• Majority of work performed outdoors at active project sites
• Travel to sites across Florida
• Physically active role including lifting, bending, and equipment handling

In addition to our welcoming company culture and competitive compensation packages, our employees enjoy the below benefits:

• Use of shared Company Vehicle for daily travel to work sites
• Comprehensive group medical insurance, including health, dental and vision
• Opportunity for professional growth and advancement
• Paid time off
• Company-observed paid holidays
• Company paid life insurance for employee, spouse and children
• Company paid short term disability coverage
• Other supplemental benefit offerings including long-term disability, critical illness, accident and identity theft protection
• 401K retirement with company matching of 50% on the first 6% of employee contributions
• Wellness program with incentives
• Employee Assistance Program

NOVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. NOVA does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, ancestry, marital status, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

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