Environmental Field Technician - Grand Junction

Quandary is a full-service environmental consulting firm based in Denver, Colorado. Founded in 2016 Quandary has quickly become a top choice for clients in the construction, oil & gas, renewable energy, electric utility, and government sectors. We provide environmental permitting, regulatory compliance, air quality, remediation, weed management, stormwater management, and other environmental services to clients throughout the country.

Environmental Field Technician will support field staff with environmental screening, sampling, analysis, and evaluation of site conditions. Works with subcontractors and others to support and guide site work. Evaluates sample results in support of site recommendations and to maintain compliance with regulatory agencies.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Independently and collaboratively conduct fieldwork in remote and urban locations, including active construction sites with minimal supervision
• Project preparation including sample preparation, decontamination procedures, rent/procure equipment and materials, troubleshoot/repair, and equipment calibration.
• Conduct soil and groundwater sampling for Site Assessment and Remediation programs
• Actively participate in safety programs and support a safe work culture
• Collect detailed, accurate, scientific field data and write detailed soil descriptions.
• Observe and evaluate environmental conditions
• Ability to operate sampling equipment and field screening equipment
• Oversee the installation of groundwater monitoring wells
• Interpret and manage spatial data using ESRI products, Google Earth, or similar platforms.
• Organize and manage data from fieldwork and ensure data is complete and accurate
• Perform basic calculations and data evaluation
• Prepare, maintain, and present reports and records
• Other duties as assigned
  
  

Key Capabilities/Skills:

• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Exceptional interpersonal and customer service skills
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Ability to prioritize tasks and to request assistance when needed
• Teachable, fast learning, and willing to learn new skills
• Enjoy working with a diverse team
• Ability to pass background and pre-employment drug testing
• Valid drivers license with safe driving record
• Broad knowledge of federal, state, and local environmental regulations
• Comfortable with fieldwork
  
  

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, environmental engineering, or related field, not required
• Transferable experience: construction, mechanical, laboratory, environmental, field science, etc
• 0-2 years of consulting experience preferred
• 40-hour HAZWOPER certification preferred
• CPR/AED certification preferred
  
  

Working Conditions/Physical Requirements:

• Travel daily for field work, with occasional overnight stays (up to 20%)
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Working outdoors and in inclement weather conditions
• Standing/sitting for long periods of time
• Walking long distance
• Lifting heavy objects, include weight maximums (i.e., up to 50 lbs.)
• Repetitive tasks that are physically demanding
• Working around heavy equipment
• Working in and around open excavations
• Work using appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
• Controlled working conditions in and around impacted media
  
  

Expected Salary:$25.00 - $28.00 DOE.

Job Type: Full-time Hourly

Schedule: Monday – Friday, 40 hours a week average, occasional overtime

Work Location:Grand Junction, CO

Application Deadline: Will remain open through May 31, 2025

Benefits:

• Health Insurance (Medical, vision, dental)
• FSA and HSA options
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid Holidays
• 401(k) matching
  
  

If you have these skills and an environmental background and are interested in working for a dynamic environmental services company, we look forward to hearing from you!

Quandary Consultants is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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