Environmental Field Technician Jobs in Florida
Environmental Field Technician jobs in Florida concentrate around Tampa, Miami, and Jacksonville, where remediation contractors, water management districts, and state agency field programs keep demand steady at every level from entry crew member to senior site lead. Major employers with lasting Florida footprints include Tetra Tech, AECOM, and the South Florida Water Management District, all of which hire across multiple specialties. Soil sampling, groundwater monitoring, and Phase I and Phase II site assessments are consistently the most sought-after skill sets in Florida listings. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Arcadis is the world's leading company delivering sustainable design, engineering, and consultancy solutions for natural and built assets.
We are more than 34,000 people, in over 30 countries, dedicated to improving quality of life. Everyone has an important role to play. With the power of many curious minds, together we can solve the world’s most complex challenges and deliver more impact together.
Role description:
Arcadis is seeking an experienced Environmental Technician to work in the Florida area from Panama City Beach, Florida to Pensacola, Florda. This position will also support work in the surrounding states and will present opportunities for short-term travel. The Environmental Technician will assist in the environmental field services for several different clients in this market. Typical activities will include surface and groundwater monitoring and sampling, soil sampling, soil remediation oversight, operation and maintenance of remedial systems, and subcontractor oversight. The ideal candidate will have environmental site investigation and monitoring experience and strong ability to communicate effectively with project teams both verbally and through written field work documentation.
Local candidates are necessary as this position will require field work and occasionally reporting to remote field offices for meetings and picking up equipment and materials. Relocation support will be considered.
Field work will require regional business travel for up to 3-4 days per week on average. Several times per year, travel may be required within the U.S. for up to two weeks at a time.
This Environmental Technician position will sit within the larger Global Resilience Business Area. We work to protect our natural environment and water resources, while powering our world for future generations. We are here to protect our natural environment and water resources, while powering our world for future generations.
Role accountabilities:
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Groundwater, soil, and vapor sampling,
- Implementation of various field activities including permit compliance sampling and activities, monitoring well development and repair, waste management, etc.
- Remediation system operation, maintenance, and monitoring,
- Site Inspections,
- Oversight of subcontractors to perform selected operations and
- Remedial action field support such as in-situ injection and source removal activities.
Qualified candidates will have experience working as an environmental field technician or in a similar role. They should demonstrate the ability to read, understand, and complete scopes of work with limited supervision, as well as possess familiarity with environmental standards, remedial systems, and related practices. Candidates must be able to lift up to 50 lbs., hold a valid driver’s license, and demonstrate the ability to work independently or lead small teams.
Qualifications & Experience:
Required Qualifications:
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- 3+ years environmental field experience preferred
- OSHA HAZWOPER 40-hour training preferred
- Experience conducting environmental field activities in accordance with Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP) Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) preferred
Preferred Qualifications:
- Associates Degree, Bachelor’s Degree, or Trade School Certificate/Diploma
- TWIC Card, DOT HazMat Shipping training
- 10 Hour OSHA Construction Safety training
Why Arcadis?
We can only achieve our goals when everyone is empowered to be their best. We believe everyone's contribution matters. It’s why we are pioneering a skills-based approach, where you can harness your unique experience and expertise to carve your career path and maximize the impact we can make together.
You’ll do meaningful work, and no matter what role, you’ll be helping to deliver sustainable solutions for a more prosperous planet. Make your mark, on your career, your colleagues, your clients, your life and the world around you.
Together, we can create a lasting legacy.
Join Arcadis. Create a Legacy.
Our Commitment to Equality, Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging
We want you to be able to bring your best self to work every day. Our ambition is to be an employer of choice and provide a great place to work for all our people. We are an equal opportunity employer. We are dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment on any basis including race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law.
Arcadis offers benefits for full time and part time positions. These benefits include medical, dental, and vision, EAP, 401K, STD, LTD, AD&D, life insurance, paid parental leave, reward & recognition program and optional benefits including wellbeing benefits, adoption assistance and tuition reimbursement. We offer nine paid holidays and 15 days PTO that accrue per year. The salary range for this position is $20.42/hr - $30.63/hr. Actual salaries will vary and are based on several factors, such as experience, education, budget, internal equity, project and location.
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Arcadis is the world's leading company delivering sustainable design, engineering, and consultancy solutions for natural and built assets.
We are more than 34,000 people, in over 30 countries, dedicated to improving quality of life. Everyone has an important role to play. With the power of many curious minds, together we can solve the world’s most complex challenges and deliver more impact together.
Role description:
Arcadis is seeking an experienced Environmental Technician to work in the Florida area from Panama City Beach, Florida to Pensacola, Florda. This position will also support work in the surrounding states and will present opportunities for short-term travel. The Environmental Technician will assist in the environmental field services for several different clients in this market. Typical activities will include surface and groundwater monitoring and sampling, soil sampling, soil remediation oversight, operation and maintenance of remedial systems, and subcontractor oversight. The ideal candidate will have environmental site investigation and monitoring experience and strong ability to communicate effectively with project teams both verbally and through written field work documentation.
Local candidates are necessary as this position will require field work and occasionally reporting to remote field offices for meetings and picking up equipment and materials. Relocation support will be considered.
Field work will require regional business travel for up to 3-4 days per week on average. Several times per year, travel may be required within the U.S. for up to two weeks at a time.
This Environmental Technician position will sit within the larger Global Resilience Business Area. We work to protect our natural environment and water resources, while powering our world for future generations. We are here to protect our natural environment and water resources, while powering our world for future generations.
Role accountabilities:
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Groundwater, soil, and vapor sampling,
- Implementation of various field activities including permit compliance sampling and activities, monitoring well development and repair, waste management, etc.
- Remediation system operation, maintenance, and monitoring,
- Site Inspections,
- Oversight of subcontractors to perform selected operations and
- Remedial action field support such as in-situ injection and source removal activities.
Qualified candidates will have experience working as an environmental field technician or in a similar role. They should demonstrate the ability to read, understand, and complete scopes of work with limited supervision, as well as possess familiarity with environmental standards, remedial systems, and related practices. Candidates must be able to lift up to 50 lbs., hold a valid driver’s license, and demonstrate the ability to work independently or lead small teams.
Qualifications & Experience:
Required Qualifications:
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- 3+ years environmental field experience preferred
- OSHA HAZWOPER 40-hour training preferred
- Experience conducting environmental field activities in accordance with Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP) Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) preferred
Preferred Qualifications:
- Associates Degree, Bachelor’s Degree, or Trade School Certificate/Diploma
- TWIC Card, DOT HazMat Shipping training
- 10 Hour OSHA Construction Safety training
Why Arcadis?
We can only achieve our goals when everyone is empowered to be their best. We believe everyone's contribution matters. It’s why we are pioneering a skills-based approach, where you can harness your unique experience and expertise to carve your career path and maximize the impact we can make together.
You’ll do meaningful work, and no matter what role, you’ll be helping to deliver sustainable solutions for a more prosperous planet. Make your mark, on your career, your colleagues, your clients, your life and the world around you.
Together, we can create a lasting legacy.
Join Arcadis. Create a Legacy.
Our Commitment to Equality, Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging
We want you to be able to bring your best self to work every day. Our ambition is to be an employer of choice and provide a great place to work for all our people. We are an equal opportunity employer. We are dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment on any basis including race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law.
Arcadis offers benefits for full time and part time positions. These benefits include medical, dental, and vision, EAP, 401K, STD, LTD, AD&D, life insurance, paid parental leave, reward & recognition program and optional benefits including wellbeing benefits, adoption assistance and tuition reimbursement. We offer nine paid holidays and 15 days PTO that accrue per year. The salary range for this position is $20.42/hr - $30.63/hr. Actual salaries will vary and are based on several factors, such as experience, education, budget, internal equity, project and location.
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What Florida Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in environmental field technician jobs across Florida.
- Valid 40-hour HAZWOPER certification recognized by Florida environmental employers
- Bachelor's degree in environmental science, geology, or a closely related field
- Experience collecting soil, sediment, or groundwater samples in field conditions
- Familiarity with Florida Department of Environmental Protection reporting standards and forms
- Valid Florida driver's license and ability to operate field vehicles on project sites
- Proficiency with field instruments such as PID meters, water-level meters, and GPS units
Environmental Field Technician Jobs in Florida: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a environmental field technician in Florida?
Most environmental field technician positions in Florida require at minimum an associate degree in environmental science or a related field, though a bachelor's degree is preferred by most employers. Florida does not issue a single state license for this role, but employers consistently require a current 40-hour HAZWOPER certification, which is governed by federal OSHA standards. Familiarity with Florida Department of Environmental Protection site cleanup and reporting procedures gives candidates a concrete edge in the state hiring market.
Which companies hire environmental field technicians in Florida?
Companies currently hiring environmental field technicians in Florida include ADS, Arcadis, and ASRC Federal, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Florida's active Brownfields program, coastal remediation work, and large public water management districts mean both private consulting firms and government-adjacent agencies maintain steady hiring pipelines across the state.
Which Florida cities have the most environmental field technician jobs?
Tampa, Florida, and Davie have the most environmental field technician openings in Florida. Tampa and Miami drive volume through heavy industrial remediation, port-adjacent site assessments, and consulting firm headquarters, while Jacksonville's Naval Station and petrochemical corridor support a separate and consistent demand that keeps smaller surrounding markets active as well.
Are there remote environmental field technician jobs in Florida?
Yes, but they're rare. Environmental field technician work is fundamentally hands-on, requiring physical sample collection, on-site instrument readings, and direct field observation that cannot be done remotely. About 33% of environmental field technician openings tied to Florida are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those roles tend to be report-writing, data review, or project coordination functions attached to otherwise field-based positions.
How can I get hired as a environmental field technician in Florida with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path in Florida is a field technician assistant or environmental technician I role at a consulting firm such as Tetra Tech, AECOM, or a regional Florida firm working on Florida Department of Environmental Protection Brownfields or dry-cleaning solvent cleanup contracts. Candidates without field experience often transition from water quality monitoring aide positions at one of Florida's five water management districts, which run structured entry programs. Completing 40-hour HAZWOPER training before applying makes a measurable difference in callback rates.
Where can I find and apply to environmental field technician jobs in Florida?
You can find and apply to environmental field technician jobs in Florida on Migrate Mate, which lists current Florida openings from employers actively hiring in the state. Search the listings, find roles that match your experience and target location, and apply directly to the ones that fit.
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