Environmental Technician - Emergency Response
Trc Companies, Inc.
Field technician responding to environmental emergencies and conducting sampling
20 days ago ago
$42,120 - $64,480
Intermediate (4-7 years)
Full Time
Lowell, MA
Field
Company Size
7,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Engineering
Environmental Services
Energy
Infrastructure
Construction Management
Project Management
Consulting
Technology Solutions
Sector Specialisms
Commercial
Industrial
Energy
Power & Utilities
Transportation
Water
Government
Data Centers
Role
What you would be doing
field data
remediation systems
groundwater monitoring
contaminant control
vendor coordination
emergency response
- Prepare clear and accurate records of field work performed such as in-field analysis of soil and other environmental media; site sketches/drawings; annotated photographs, etc. via mobile electronic devices and applications (e.g., smart phones, tablets).
- Work under the direction of Mid- to Senior-level Staff to respond promptly and professionally to urgent client needs in both Emergency Response and planned response events.
- Adhere to TRC Health & Safety Standards.
- Help install, operate, and maintain remediation systems, and inspect equipment and materials for defects and troubleshooting as necessary. Clean and calibrate equipment and instrumentation.
- Evaluating the physical space of an Emergency Response event for actual or potential pathways of contaminant migration (e.g., storm drains, utility infrastructure, streams and other surface water bodies, etc.) and rapidly evaluating and implementing actions to prevent contaminant migration (e.g., deploying spill kits, working with remediation contractors to mobilize and deploy effective measures, etc.).
- Requires participation in a scheduled team rotation of 7-day 24-hour (Friday 7 AM to Friday 7 AM) on-call support (established on a six-month team calendar). The frequency of scheduled 7-day/24-hour cycles may vary.
- Conduct routine groundwater monitoring.
- Collaborate effectively with colleagues to meet project goals and address urgent client needs.
- Coordinate with vendors, including analytical laboratories and on-site contractors.
- Read and interpret results of sampling/monitoring.
- Follow TRC’s safety, quality, and project management programs.
- Work under the direction of Project Managers and execute work in accordance with the budget agreed upon for the scope of work and schedule with minimal to modest supervision.
- For planned response events, preparing for associated client-driven work activities, e.g., planning for field work, contributing to the development of work plans, and coordinating with subcontractors and clients as outlined by Project Managers.
- Read and interpret documents such as work plans, operating and maintenance instructions/manuals, and procedure manuals.
What you bring
mechanical aptitude
osha certified
ms office
class-d
technical diploma
travel
- Ability to maintain and/or repair mechanical equipment, such as pumps, compressors, and other mechanical systems.
- Willing to travel at least 25-50% of the time.
- 30-hour OSHA Construction Safety certification is also a plus.
- Capable of lifting 50 pounds.
- Experience in Microsoft Office, including MS Word and Excel. Experience in mobile data collection is also preferred.
- Expect and adapt to diverse work assignments often running simultaneously and at different stages and paces.
- Must be able to pass a pre-employment background check, drug screen and motor vehicle records check.
- Technical School Diploma and/or associate’s degree in a course of study aligned with the outlined job responsibilities.
- Qualified candidates must be comfortable with periodic regional travel and client support.
- Approach training and professional development efforts and coaching offered by TRC managers and mentors with energy and intentionality.
- Reliable, dependable, and reports to work on a consistent basis.
- Class-D driver’s license with good driving record.
- 40-hour OSHA HAZWOPER certification (with applicable refresher certification) is a plus.
- Demonstrate good interpersonal skills and the ability to work with individuals of diverse backgrounds.
- A mechanical aptitude and ability to use tools to advance the objectives of field project assignments.
- Medical, dental, vision, and disability insurance.
- 401k package that includes both traditional and Roth IRA options and Company match.
- TRC ensures that all employees, including those that work part-time, receive paid sick, family, and disability leave in accordance with the laws of their state of residence.
- Paid time off contingent upon full time or part time status and level of seniority (ranging from 15 to 25 days per year).
- These benefits are applicable to US employees depending on their employment status (full time, part time, or temporary). TRC offers jurisdiction specific benefit packages for International and Puerto Rico employees.
- All full-time employees enjoy a minimum of 8 Paid Holidays per year.
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Security clearance- must pass a pre‑employment background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle records check.
Company
Overview
1969 Founded
Year Established
The firm traces its origins to 1969, marking over five decades of global consulting and engineering expertise.
Top ranking
ENR Lists
Recognized annually in ENR’s rankings as a leading firm in design and environmental services.
- A global consulting, engineering and construction‑management firm.
- Specializes in environmental engineering, geotechnical work, pipeline, power utilities, water, transportation and government projects.
- Balancing public and private sector work, it blends field services with digital and inspection technologies.
- Typical projects include coastal resilience upgrades, substation modernization, brownfield redevelopment, pipeline/installations and transportation infrastructure.
- Implements high‑visibility, multi‑year programs—from power‑grid upgrades to aquatic centers and submarine cables.
- Unusual for its breadth: a NASA satellite‑data early adopter and provider of intelligent‑grid and field‑inspection services.
- Integrity in all actions
- Excellence in delivery
- Innovation through collaboration
- Accountability for success
- Commitment to client satisfaction
2050 Target
Net-zero carbon emissions
Aim to achieve net-zero carbon emissions by the year 2050.
- Focus on environmental impact reduction in projects
- Sustainable energy and infrastructure solutions
- Investment in renewable energy technologies
- Commitment to minimizing waste and optimizing resources
- Gender balance initiatives in leadership roles
- Promotion of a diverse workforce through talent acquisition strategies
- Focus on providing equal opportunities for all employees
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