What You'll Do:
Engineering Consulting Services (ECS) is seeking an Environmental Technician to join our Water Solutions team. This role performs specific field tasks assigned by others on water-treatment projects of moderate complexity. Work will be primarily field based and some travel will be expected for this role. The ideal candidate presents a positive customer service attitude and understanding of ECS Core Values.
Key Responsibilities
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Field sampling of various media while working both indoors and outdoors in a variety of weather conditions.
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Daily communication is required with other ECS technicians and project managers and as directed, site representatives.
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Attend and participate in project meetings with senior staff as requested
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May be involved with calculations and data reduction of test results, drafting and other administrative duties, as required.
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You are expected to display the ability to calibrate and use field equipment and document readings appropriately.
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Incidental duties include office clerical tasks, report production assistance and other office related tasks.
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Support pilot tests, treatability studies, and system startups.
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Perform installation and commissioning of treatment systems and related remediation equipment.
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Communicate changing site conditions to supervisor and discuss their implications on field investigations. Determine the appropriate modifications to investigation, discuss them with your supervisor and implement them in the field.
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You may be expected to train and mentor other ECS technicians.
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Other duties as assigned.
What We're Looking For:
Qualifications
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High school diploma or GED required
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Minimum of 1-2 years of experience in a relevant role such as field technician or environmental technicain
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If driving for, or on behalf of, any ECS subsidiary, a valid driver’s license is required
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Must be able to provide suitable transportation for use on job sites – mileage will be reimbursed
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Maintain OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER certification
Skills and Abilities
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Good knowledge of environmental principles, applications, and testing standards
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Must be able to lift a minimum of 40 pounds a number of times each day and walk on uneven ground through various terrains
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Ability to complete daily field reports detailing site activities and observations with directions and training provided
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Basic understanding of advanced in-situ and ex-situ remediation technologies (e.g., bioremediation, chemical oxidation/reduction, PFAS treatment)
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Limited understanding of hydrogeologic and chemical processes governing contaminant behavior
Military Qualifications
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The following US Military ranks would qualify for this position:
Who We Are:
ECS Group of Companies (ECS) was founded in 1988 with the goal to raise the standards of professional engineering consulting. Today, we are a leader in geotechnical, construction materials, environmental and facilities consulting services. We are employee-owned with more than 3,000 employees in 100+ offices and testing facilities coast to coast. ECS is currently ranked #60 in Engineering News-Record’s Top 500 Design Firms (April 2026), #148 in Engineering News-Record’s Top 200 Environmental Firms (October 2025) and #50 in Zweig Group’s Hot Firm List (May 2025). For additional information about ECS, visit: www.ecslimited.com.
ECS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. To learn more, click here.