Field Technician

ABOUT YOU

Are you passionate about air quality and ready to join an inclusive work environment, committed to leading new ideas and pathways, and to delivering value? If the answer is, "Yes!" then we have an exciting Full-time career opportunity for you based in Albuquerque, NM.

Who are we? We are Montrose, a global environmental services provider offering environmental planning and permitting, measurement and analytical services, and environmental resiliency and sustainability solutions. Our qualified engineers, scientists, technicians, associates, and policy experts are proud of our collective expertise and the collaborative nature of our approach to helping clients. We strive to optimize environmental resiliency in a way that effectively complements our clients' decision-making and operations and efficiently fulfills their project requirements.

We have over 90 offices across the United States, Canada, Europe and Australia and approximately 3,500 employees - all ready to provide solutions for environmental needs.

Job Type: Full-time

Compensation: $22 - $25 per hour

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU

As a key member of our Montrose team, you can expect:

• Mentorship and professional development resources to advance your career

• Direct exposure to our industry's leading experts who are solving the world's toughest environmental challenges

• An entrepreneurial environment where you can learn, thrive and collaborate with talented colleagues

• Opportunities to engage and contribute in our Diversity, Fairness and Inclusion and Women Empowering Leadership employee resource groups

• Competitive compensation package: annual salary ranging from $22 to $24/hour, commensurate with accomplishments, performance, credentials and geography

• Competitive medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage

• 401k with a competitive 4% employer match

• Progressive vacation policies, company holidays and paid parental leave benefits to ensure work/life balance

• A financial assistance program that supports peers in need, known as the Montrose Foundation

• Access to a student loan planning tool to optimize your student loan payoff plans and compare student loan rates with lenders.

A DAY IN THE LIFE

The Field Technician- Ambient Air Quality is responsible for collecting air quality samples and data for air quality monitoring programs located throughout the state of New Mexico and elsewhere. This individual will be responsible for collecting samples, capturing data, and perform basic electronic troubleshooting. These skills combined with specific knowledge of the air quality monitoring regulations, methods and procedures to produce and report results from the air quality monitoring program. The following list of duties are the responsibility of the field technician.

• Responsible for understanding field data acquisition principles.
• Responsible for calibration and repair of environmental monitoring instrumentation
• Responsible for maintaining both client and Montrose owned field equipment in working order.
• Complete comprehensive Job Safety Analysis at job location
• Maintain and use all required PPE
• Perform and document calibration of monitoring instrument as required
• Document all data validation activities (e.g., deletions, edits, calibration factors, instrument repair, audits)
• Enter raw data into data validation/reporting software system
• Print and review all raw data immediately upon receipt from the field and pass on to project management/supervisor
• Process particulate filters (pre- and post-exposure) according to EPA protocols
• Perform any other duties assigned by client or manager(s)
• Participate in training for career development, safety and maintaining required certifications
• Conduct and support client engagement activities to strengthen our relationships with our clients and increase our understanding of their needs

Organizational Core Competencies:

• Perform all duties with integrity, safety and a professional mentality
• Promote a positive and inclusive work/team environment
• Communicate all program deficiencies and improvements
• Report all non-conforming work
• Ensure effective communication
• Demonstrate discretion, confidentiality and good judgement when dealing with sensitive company, personnel and client information
• Foster collaboration and communication

Qualifications & Skills

Education Requirements:

• High School diploma or equivalent (Required)
• Associate's degree in science related field. (preferred)
• Bachelor's degree with Emphasis in Physical science (Chemistry, biology, physics etc.) or related field (preferred)

Years of Experience

• 0-2+ years of industry experience preferred

Systems

• Proficient with Google and Microsoft office Suite products (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
• Experience with Workday preferred
• Experience with Environmental monitoring software preferred (CSI loggernet, Met One Comet Etc.)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Access

Licensures/Training Requirements

• MSHA part 48 certification
• Transportation Worker Identification Credentials (TWIC)

Safety/Drug Screening

• Capability to pass background checks and initial and random drug screening
• Must be able to successfully pass a urine, alcohol, and hair drug test
• Valid driver's license and ability to obtain and maintain DOT medical certification
• Ability to complete and maintain MSHA part 48 certification and annual 8-hour refresher class
• Ability to climb stairs, ladders and work from heights
• Ability to work out in field conditions.

Travel

• Ability/willingness for overnight and local travel for multi-weekday projects between 40%-60% of the time or more. Limited weekend travel or work may be required for a few projects during the year.
• Willingness and ability to travel 50-75% of the time, both domestically and internationally as needed.

Soft Skills

• Excellent organizational, communication and leadership skills, including a demonstrated ability to lead multi-discipline teams and motivate others
• Ability to interface with cross-functional teams and all levels of personnel/management
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills
• Able to work independently, managing multiple responsibilities (i.e., self-starter, self-motivated)
• Solid organization and time management skills
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to think and act strategically and proactively
• Strong writing and presentation of findings skills
• Resourcefulness, flexibility, and resiliency to operate in a dynamic work environment

Schedule/Essential Physical Functions Disclaimer as applicable

The schedule and essential physical functions described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disability to perform the essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this job, this position may require the individual to work rotating shifts assignments, weekends, holidays, and overtime as needed. Standby and on-call duty is required, and the individual must be able to respond to the facility within one day. Some shifts will require working alone
• Must have the ability to lift 50-60 pounds using Company provided equipment
• Must have ability to work in remote and/or adverse environmental conditions

MAKE THE MOVE

From comprehensive air measurement and laboratory services to regulatory compliance, emergency response, permitting, engineering, and remediation, Montrose delivers innovative and practical design, engineering and operational solutions that keep its clients on top of their immediate needs - and well ahead of the strategic curve. We are a fast-paced and dynamic team. At Montrose, you are your own boss, but you will get tons of guidance and plenty of support from talented, super-smart colleagues. Therefore, if freedom, autonomy, head-scratching professional challenges attract you, we'd love to speak with you.

Want to know more about us? Visit montrose-env.com and have fun!

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