Environmental Field Technician Jobs
Environmental Field Technician jobs are open across environmental consulting, government agencies, utilities, and construction, from entry-level to senior and lead roles, with specializations in soil sampling, water quality monitoring, and hazardous materials assessment. Find a role that fits from the openings below and apply directly.
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INTRODUCTION
An Environmental Field Technician conducts environmental quality testing and inspection at designated customer sites and adheres to project scopes of work. Collects all pertinent data and ensures data collection and interpretation are accurate. Uses obtained licenses, accreditations, or certifications in their job function. During site inspections, identifies additional scope needs and notifies operations management or sales of additional client needs. Maintains the integrity of the UL Solutions brand and assists in the promotion of new and existing UL Solutions services.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Conducts environmental testing and inspection at customer sites and submits data in a timely manner using electronic monitors and other UL Solutions-supplied equipment or supplies.
- Coordinates site arrival times with customer to reinforce good communication.
- Ensures that UL Solutions-provided equipment is in good working order and within calibration prior to each assigned inspection. Is accountable for calibration of all assigned equipment. Notifies manager when equipment is not compliant.
- Follows designated scope of work for each project and ensures that all tasks are completed on site and in a timely manner. Identifies additional opportunities or customer needs.
- Responds to questions in a timely fashion regarding site inspections from manager and report team as needed.
- Properly documents field samples by accurately completing applicable chains of custody and submitting samples to the appropriate laboratory in a timely manner.
- Assists Senior Field Technicians and people leaders with training new employees.
- Integrates continuous improvement concepts and skills into all aspects of the job.
- Complies with all UL Solutions safety training in the field.
- Reads and follows the UL Solutions Code of Conduct and physical and digital security practices.
- Performs other duties as directed.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Minimum 2-Year Degree: College degree in building sciences, engineering, science, environmental or EH&S field preferred or Technology Degree in HVAC or other related fields.
- At least two years’ experience in the environmental industry and preferably at least one industry certification.
- Indoor Air Quality Testing or Field Inspection experience a plus.
- Strong written and verbal communications skills, and client-interfacing skills.
- Strong computer skills. Comfortable using technology to collect data.
- Experience in providing similar field testing services is required.
- Ability to travel locally and regionally up to 40% as needed, this is a field based role, remotely based.
- Lift at least 40 pounds.
- Ability to walk facility grounds during inspections.
- Ability to work in confined spaces, climb ladders, work at heights and reach/work above head.
- Must possess a valid driver’s license and automobile insurance. If applicable to location, must satisfy successful completion of client mandated background checks.
- Fluency in English is required.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Ideal candidate to be located in the NJ/NY area.
WHAT WE OFFER:
- Total Rewards: We understand compensation is an important factor as you consider the next step in your career. The estimated salary range for this position is $85,000 to $92,000 and is based on multiple factors, including job-related knowledge/skills, experience, geographical location, as well as other factors. This position is eligible for annual bonus compensation with a target payout of 5% of the base salary. This position also provides health benefits such as medical, dental and vision; wellness benefits such as mental and financial health; and retirement savings (401K) commensurate with the standard rewards offered in each individual location or country. We also provide full-time employees with paid time off including vacation (15 days), holiday including floating holidays (12 days) and sick time off (72 hours).
Learn More:
Curious? To learn more about us and the work we do, visit UL.com
A global leader in applied safety science, UL Solutions (NYSE: ULS) transforms safety, security and sustainability challenges into opportunities for customers in more than 110 countries. UL Solutions delivers testing, inspection and certification services, together with software products and advisory offerings, that support our customers’ product innovation and business growth. The UL Mark serves as a recognized symbol of trust in our customers’ products and reflects an unwavering commitment to advancing our safety mission. We help our customers innovate, launch new products and services, navigate global markets and complex supply chains, and grow sustainably and responsibly into the future. Our science is your advantage.
When you combine the gravitas of a 130-year-old safety science leader with a culture of innovation that pushes the boundaries in new services and technology, you get UL Solutions. As a global team of business and engineering experts, we develop software for a huge range of industries, including medical, sustainability, renewable energy and healthy buildings. Together, we’re dedicated to making a real-world difference, to using our knowledge for good and to pioneering positive change. Join our team and use your expertise to transform global safety, security and sustainability.
INTRODUCTION
An Environmental Field Technician conducts environmental quality testing and inspection at designated customer sites and adheres to project scopes of work. Collects all pertinent data and ensures data collection and interpretation are accurate. Uses obtained licenses, accreditations, or certifications in their job function. During site inspections, identifies additional scope needs and notifies operations management or sales of additional client needs. Maintains the integrity of the UL Solutions brand and assists in the promotion of new and existing UL Solutions services.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Conducts environmental testing and inspection at customer sites and submits data in a timely manner using electronic monitors and other UL Solutions-supplied equipment or supplies.
- Coordinates site arrival times with customer to reinforce good communication.
- Ensures that UL Solutions-provided equipment is in good working order and within calibration prior to each assigned inspection. Is accountable for calibration of all assigned equipment. Notifies manager when equipment is not compliant.
- Follows designated scope of work for each project and ensures that all tasks are completed on site and in a timely manner. Identifies additional opportunities or customer needs.
- Responds to questions in a timely fashion regarding site inspections from manager and report team as needed.
- Properly documents field samples by accurately completing applicable chains of custody and submitting samples to the appropriate laboratory in a timely manner.
- Assists Senior Field Technicians and people leaders with training new employees.
- Integrates continuous improvement concepts and skills into all aspects of the job.
- Complies with all UL Solutions safety training in the field.
- Reads and follows the UL Solutions Code of Conduct and physical and digital security practices.
- Performs other duties as directed.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Minimum 2-Year Degree: College degree in building sciences, engineering, science, environmental or EH&S field preferred or Technology Degree in HVAC or other related fields.
- At least two years’ experience in the environmental industry and preferably at least one industry certification.
- Indoor Air Quality Testing or Field Inspection experience a plus.
- Strong written and verbal communications skills, and client-interfacing skills.
- Strong computer skills. Comfortable using technology to collect data.
- Experience in providing similar field testing services is required.
- Ability to travel locally and regionally up to 40% as needed, this is a field based role, remotely based.
- Lift at least 40 pounds.
- Ability to walk facility grounds during inspections.
- Ability to work in confined spaces, climb ladders, work at heights and reach/work above head.
- Must possess a valid driver’s license and automobile insurance. If applicable to location, must satisfy successful completion of client mandated background checks.
- Fluency in English is required.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Ideal candidate to be located in the NJ/NY area.
WHAT WE OFFER:
- Total Rewards: We understand compensation is an important factor as you consider the next step in your career. The estimated salary range for this position is $85,000 to $92,000 and is based on multiple factors, including job-related knowledge/skills, experience, geographical location, as well as other factors. This position is eligible for annual bonus compensation with a target payout of 5% of the base salary. This position also provides health benefits such as medical, dental and vision; wellness benefits such as mental and financial health; and retirement savings (401K) commensurate with the standard rewards offered in each individual location or country. We also provide full-time employees with paid time off including vacation (15 days), holiday including floating holidays (12 days) and sick time off (72 hours).
Learn More:
Curious? To learn more about us and the work we do, visit UL.com
A global leader in applied safety science, UL Solutions (NYSE: ULS) transforms safety, security and sustainability challenges into opportunities for customers in more than 110 countries. UL Solutions delivers testing, inspection and certification services, together with software products and advisory offerings, that support our customers’ product innovation and business growth. The UL Mark serves as a recognized symbol of trust in our customers’ products and reflects an unwavering commitment to advancing our safety mission. We help our customers innovate, launch new products and services, navigate global markets and complex supply chains, and grow sustainably and responsibly into the future. Our science is your advantage.
When you combine the gravitas of a 130-year-old safety science leader with a culture of innovation that pushes the boundaries in new services and technology, you get UL Solutions. As a global team of business and engineering experts, we develop software for a huge range of industries, including medical, sustainability, renewable energy and healthy buildings. Together, we’re dedicated to making a real-world difference, to using our knowledge for good and to pioneering positive change. Join our team and use your expertise to transform global safety, security and sustainability.
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A snapshot from current openings nationwide, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Clean Harbors14
- GHD9
- Republic Services8
- Alliance Technical6
- NOVA Engineering and Environmental5
Top Industries Hiring
- Consulting & Professional Services46
- Medical Devices8
- Waste Management & Environmental Services8
- Technology & Software4
- Government & Public Sector3
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in environmental field technician jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in environmental science, geology, chemistry, or a related field
- 40-hour HAZWOPER certification required by most consulting and remediation employers
- Experience collecting soil, groundwater, or surface water samples following standard protocols
- Familiarity with field instruments such as photoionization detectors, water level meters, and GPS units
- Valid driver's license and ability to travel to remote or industrial field sites
- Knowledge of EPA, state agency, and OSHA regulations governing sampling and site assessment
Tips for Your Environmental Field Technician Job Search
List your certifications front and center
Hiring managers scan for 40-hour HAZWOPER, OSHA 10 or 30, and any state-specific certifications before reading anything else on your resume. Put these in a dedicated section near the top so they're impossible to miss.
Quantify your field sampling experience
Instead of listing duties, state the number of sites you've sampled, the media you've worked with, and the analytical methods you used. Specific details like soil boring depths or chain-of-custody procedures tell reviewers exactly what you can handle on day one.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists environmental field technician openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings that match your media experience
Environmental roles are tightly scoped by media: soil, groundwater, air, or stormwater. Filter your search by the media type you have direct sampling or monitoring experience in so you're not wasting applications on mismatched openings.
Prepare field scenario answers before interviews
Interviewers routinely ask how you'd handle a broken sample container, an unexpected release, or a chain-of-custody discrepancy in the field. Walk through your decision-making process out loud so your answer sounds practiced, not improvised.
Negotiate start date around field season demand
Environmental consulting firms ramp up field work in spring and summer. If you receive an offer in late winter, you have real leverage to negotiate your start date, additional field training, or equipment reimbursement before the busy season peaks.
Environmental Field Technician Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most environmental field technicians?
The companies hiring the most environmental field technicians right now include Clean Harbors, GHD, and Republic Services, with the largest share of openings in Florida, North Carolina, and Colorado, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Demand tends to be highest at environmental consulting firms and remediation contractors with active government or utility contracts.
How many environmental field technician jobs are remote?
About 1% of environmental field technician openings are fully remote or hybrid as of June 2026, which is lower than most technical roles because fieldwork is the core of the job. The sub-areas most likely to offer hybrid flexibility include data management, report writing support, and regulatory compliance coordination roles that sit alongside traditional field positions.
How do you become an environmental field technician?
Start by completing a degree in environmental science, geology, earth science, or a closely related field, as most employers treat this as a baseline requirement. Earn your 40-hour HAZWOPER certification before applying, since many firms won't interview candidates without it. Gain hands-on experience through internships, field crews, or volunteer site assessments. Build familiarity with standard sampling protocols, chain-of-custody documentation, and common field instruments before your first interview.
Can you get hired as an environmental field technician with little or no experience?
Yes, entry-level positions exist, especially at environmental consulting firms that run large field crews and train new hires on-site. Your strongest path in is having your HAZWOPER card, a relevant degree, and any hands-on exposure from coursework, labs, or short-term seasonal work. Emphasize physical readiness for outdoor conditions, attention to detail in data recording, and any experience following strict safety or sampling protocols.
What does the environmental field technician interview process look like?
Most hiring processes include an initial phone screen focused on certifications, field availability, and willingness to travel, followed by a technical interview covering sampling protocols, regulatory knowledge, and equipment handling. Some employers add a brief scenario question about field safety decisions or chain-of-custody errors. Final steps typically involve a background check, motor vehicle record review, and confirmation of your HAZWOPER and any state certifications before an offer is extended.
Where can I find and apply to environmental field technician jobs?
You can find and apply to environmental field technician jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Search for roles that match your media experience, certifications, and preferred location, then apply directly to each listing that fits. New openings are added regularly, so checking back frequently gives you a better chance of catching postings before they fill.
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