Environmental / Geologic Field Technician

PURPOSE OF POSITION:

The Field Technician I position is an entry level position with primary responsibilities to complete project-required tasks in the field and office.

TYPICAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Collect field samples of water, soil or other media in accordance with standard industry practice or according to Moody standard operating procedures.
• Documentation of field conditions of media such as soil, groundwater, surface water, bedrock, air quality (gases), stream substrate and biological media.
• Assemble, operate and maintain field instruments and equipment.
• Prepare notes, sketches and site maps.
• Complete entry and quality assurance/quality control tasks with large quantities of data produced from field activities.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Bachelor's degree in geology, environmental science or other related field and/or at least one year experience

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

Individuals must be able to perform each essential duty at a minimum satisfactory level. The items below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required.

JOB-RELATED CHARACTERISTICS:

• Possesses excellent problem solving and organizational skills with the ability to multi-task.
• Is self-motivated and requires little supervision.
• Communicates effectively in written and verbal mediums as appropriate for the needs of the audience.
• Possesses critical thinking skills including use of logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
• Ability to work individually or with team members.
• Is able to manage flexible work schedules and time efficiently.
• Follows company and client mandated safety rules/practices and is safety conscious at all times.
• Proficient with MS Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Access.
• Dependable (regular attendance necessary).
• Collect field samples of water, soil or other media in accordance with standard industry practice or according to Moody standard operating procedures.
• Documentation of field conditions of media such as soil, groundwater, surface water, bedrock, air quality (gases), stream substrate and biological media.
• Assemble, operate and maintain field instruments and equipment.
• Prepare notes, sketches and site maps.
• Complete entry and quality assurance/quality control tasks with large quantities of data produced from field activities.

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