Environmental Technician

About Us

At EA, you'll find yourself surrounded by dynamic professionals that embrace collaboration and curiosity to foster innovation and problem-solving. This culture forms the essence of our value proposition to apply high-quality, objective, and interdisciplinary services to complex environmental challenges. With a strong foundation in servant leadership and community service, EA employees are encouraged to pursue personal and professional passions. As a team, we empower each other to share ideas, believe in our common purpose, and value differing perspectives.

Position Overview

We have an exciting full-time opportunity for an Environmental Technician to provide field support on long-term monitoring and remediation sites at Navy bases in the Puget Sound region. This role may also support other EA projects in the region.

Responsibilities

• Conduct field investigations and tests following project plans to support environmental, engineering, and scientific evaluations of pollutants in soil and water
• Collect samples of groundwater, surface water, sediment, and soil
• Prepare and ship samples, coordinate with laboratories, and document field data and reports
• Operate, maintain, and calibrate multi-parameter equipment (e.g., water and air quality meters)
• Inspect and maintain institutional controls, including land use restrictions, caps, drainage systems, vegetation, fencing, signage, and shoreline conditions
• Perform site maintenance such as vegetation management, erosion control, invasive species control, and pesticide application
• Accurately document field activities and observations

Required Qualifications

• B.S. or A.A. in environmental science or a related field
• Strong communication skills and attention to detail
• Self-motivated, adaptable, and willing to learn
• Ability to work in office, field, and industrial environments
• Team-oriented with the ability to follow schedules, scopes, budgets, and quality standards
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds regularly
• Valid driver's license
• U.S. Citizenship with ability to obtain clearance for military installations

Desired Qualifications

• 1-2 years of environmental field experience
• Experience sampling groundwater, surface water, sediment, and soil
• 40-hour OSHA HAZWOPER certification
• 30-hour OSHA Construction certification
• CPR and First Aid training

Additional Information

• Field Work: Yes
• Travel: 50-80%, primarily local day trips with occasional travel to Alaska

Note:  This position requires specific driving duties. You must be able to pass a motor vehicle records check required by our insurer.

Use of AI in the Application Process:  

Applications should represent your own work and experience.  AI generated resumes will not be considered.

Sponsorship Statement:  

This position does not offer visa sponsorship now or in the future. Applicants who require sponsorship at any point will not be considered.

Drug Screen Statement

Offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a drug screen.

Pay Range

$32.85-$32.85 USD

The EA pay range for this position is intended as a general guideline and does not guarantee specific compensation or salary. Factors considered when making an offer include job responsibilities, education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, internal equity, alignment with market data, and compliance with federal and state laws.

Why Join EA?

At EA, our core values are openness, balance, and challenge and we strive to improve the quality of the environment in which we live, one project at a time. Our professional, team-centric culture promotes collaboration and flexibility and allows employees to guide their own career development path. To that end, we provide training and coaching to support ongoing development for our project managers and consulting engineers.

What We Provide:

EA prides itself on servant leadership, career development for staff in all areas, and maintaining work-life balance including flexible schedules. We have a tremendous base of positive client relationships that has resulted in a stable backlog of projects and opportunities for growth. We offer paid volunteer time, tuition reimbursement, knowledge sharing, industry advancement, professional associations, and industry conferences. EA is proud to offer a fantastic benefits package that includes the following:

• 401k with Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Competitive Salary
• Low deductible health coverage for you and your family through Medical, Dental and Vision plans
• Generous paid-time-off policy
• Paid volunteer time
• Tuition reimbursement
• Professional Development
• Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employee wellness program

Accommodation Information:

If you are interested in applying for employment with EA and require special assistance or accommodation during any part of the pre-employment process, please contact the EA Talent Acquisition Office at recruitment@eaest.com. For TTY users, dial 711.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement:

EA is dedicated to providing equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or veteran status.

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