Environmental Field Technician

Los Angeles, CA (Field-Based Role)
Southern California Project Coverage | Company Vehicle Provided

Our client is a specialized environmental consulting and engineering firm that supports major infrastructure, transportation, industrial, construction, and public-sector projects throughout Southern California and across the United States. The firm is known for tackling complex environmental challenges related to soil, air, water, hazardous materials, waste management, regulatory compliance, and environmental monitoring.

Due to continued growth, the company is seeking an Environmental Field Technician to support a wide variety of active projects throughout the Southern California region. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys being outdoors, working hands-on in the field, and gaining exposure to diverse environmental projects rather than spending time behind a desk.

This position is almost entirely field-based, with travel throughout the Southern California market. A company vehicle will be provided.

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

• Join a growing environmental consulting firm that specializes exclusively in environmental services.
• Work on high-profile infrastructure, transportation, industrial, and construction projects.
• Gain exposure to a broad range of environmental disciplines including air monitoring, soil management, hazardous waste, environmental compliance, and site remediation.
• Opportunity to work alongside experienced environmental engineers, scientists, and technical specialists.
• Field-focused role offering variety, autonomy, and hands-on technical experience.
• Company vehicle provided for project-related travel.
• Strong opportunity for long-term growth into senior field, project coordination, compliance, or environmental consulting roles.

Position Overview

The Environmental Field Technician will support environmental compliance, monitoring, investigation, and construction-related projects throughout Southern California. This individual will perform field sampling, monitoring, documentation, site inspections, and data collection activities while working closely with project managers, environmental scientists, and engineers.

The ideal candidate is self-motivated, safety-conscious, comfortable working outdoors, and capable of managing multiple project sites and field assignments.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct field inspections and environmental monitoring activities at active project sites.
• Perform soil, groundwater, stormwater, air quality, and related environmental sampling activities.
• Support environmental compliance monitoring during construction and remediation projects.
• Collect, document, and maintain accurate field data, notes, logs, and chain-of-custody documentation.
• Assist with soil management, hazardous waste, and environmental compliance programs.
• Monitor site activities and document compliance with permit requirements and project specifications.
• Coordinate laboratory sample shipments and maintain sample tracking records.
• Photograph site conditions and prepare daily field reports.
• Communicate field observations to project managers and technical staff.
• Maintain field equipment and ensure adherence to health and safety protocols.
• Travel regularly throughout Southern California to support project assignments.

Desired Qualifications

• 2+ years of environmental field experience.
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Geology, Environmental Engineering, Biology, Natural Resources, or a related discipline preferred.
• Experience with environmental sampling, construction monitoring, remediation projects, or regulatory compliance activities.
• Working knowledge of environmental health and safety procedures.
• Experience collecting and documenting environmental field data.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently in dynamic field environments.
• Comfortable working outdoors in varying weather and site conditions.
• Ability to lift equipment and materials associated with field operations.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.

Preferred Experience

Candidates with experience in any of the following areas are strongly encouraged to apply:

• Soil and groundwater sampling
• Construction environmental monitoring
• Stormwater compliance
• Air monitoring
• Hazardous waste management
• Site remediation
• Environmental compliance inspections
• Infrastructure or transportation projects
• Industrial facility support
• Environmental permitting support

Ideal Candidate

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys being in the field, wants exposure to diverse environmental projects, and is looking to grow their career with a firm that works on challenging, high-visibility environmental assignments. You'll have the opportunity to learn from experienced environmental professionals while building technical skills across multiple environmental disciplines and project types.