Field Technician I

What we are looking for:

We are looking for an independent, organized, full-time engineering technician to assist with the workload of diverse, challenging solid waste projects in our Great Lakes Region. You will follow regulatory requirements, standard operating procedures, SCS protocols, and be able to complete tasks and projects from management. You will report to the Project Engineer.

How you can make an impact:

• Operate and maintain equipment including calibration.
• Maintenance activities such as greasing blowers, cleaning tanks, fusing pipe, and repairing pumps just to name a few.
• Monitor landfill gas and maintenance of industrial environmental control systems.
• Construction oversight.
• Multi-media sampling (soil, groundwater, surface water, sediment, air) and reporting, as needed.
• Field note preparation and documentation of daily activities.
• Collect and evaluate/interpret scientific data;
• Communicate observations and technical data verbally and in writing.
• Perform work independently or as a team member in a productive and safe manner, adopting the principles of SCS' safety culture.

Qualifications:

• Experience with environmental fieldwork preferred. 1 year of experience is highly preferred.
• Experience with mechanical systems and/or construction preferred.
• Completion of (or willingness to complete) a 40-hour Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response (HAZWOPER) training required.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel required.
• Perform fieldwork including lifting up to 50 pounds and standing for long periods of time required.
• Ability to travel overnight for work outside of the SCS office, extended out of town fieldwork is required.
• Valid driver’s license with a driving record in good standing required.

Pay Range: USD $22.00 - USD $24.00 /Hr. Additional Information: Whether it's reducing methane emissions at agricultural facilities and landfills, repurposing contaminated properties, producing alternative energy, or sequestering carbon, we've been focused on finding smart climate solutions and improving the natural environment since our inception over 55 years ago. Join our 100% employee-owned firm and start creating your own legacy. As a growing firm, we offer excellent opportunities for career advancement and a comprehensive package, including: •Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability Insurance •100% employer-funded Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) and 401K including employer match •Student Debt Employer Contribution Program •Paid holidays, PTO, and Paid Parental Leave •Safety footwear reimbursement program •Paid training and all necessary tools and equipment provided •Per diem for travel for eligible work •Company truck and cell phone for certain Field Services positions SCS Engineers is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). SCS provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran or disabled status. If you have questions, difficulty using our online system and/or you need an accommodation due to a disability then please contact us about your interest in employment at [email protected]