Environmental Technician Jobs in Iowa

Environmental Technician jobs in Iowa are concentrated in Des Moines, Cedar Rapids, and Davenport, where demand runs from entry-level field sampling roles to senior compliance and remediation specialists. Iowa's agricultural economy, industrial manufacturing base, and expanding utility infrastructure drive consistent hiring, with employers like AECOM, Terracon Consultants, and the Iowa Department of Natural Resources actively recruiting environmental technicians. Soil and groundwater remediation, air quality monitoring, and environmental compliance are among the most in-demand specialties in the state. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles5
Top employerGreat River Health
Top cityCharles City, IA
Cities hiring4
Top credentialHigh school diploma or GED
Companies hiring3

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Alliance Technical Group
Environmental Field-Testing Technician
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Environmental Field-Testing Technician
Alliance Technical Group
Hiawatha, Iowa
Customer Service
Customer Support
$20 - $22/hr
Experience equivalent to degree accepted
1,001-5,000

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Great River Health
EVS Technician (1st shift) | 40 hours per week | Environmental Services
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EVS Technician (1st shift) | 40 hours per week | Environmental Services
Great River Health
West Burlington, Iowa
Manufacturing Operations
Quality Control
Skilled Trades
High school diploma or GED
1,001-5,000

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Environmental Services Technician – Day Shift
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Environmental Services Technician – Day Shift
Floyd County Medical Center
Charles City, Iowa
Business Operations
Customer Service
Project & Program Management
Project Management
High school diploma or GED

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Great River Health
EVS Technician (1st shift) | 40 hours a week | HCHC Environmental Services
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EVS Technician (1st shift) | 40 hours a week | HCHC Environmental Services
Great River Health
Mount Pleasant, Iowa
Manufacturing Operations
Quality Control
Skilled Trades
High school diploma or GED
1,001-5,000

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Environmental Services Technician – Night Shift
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Environmental Services Technician – Night Shift
Floyd County Medical Center
Charles City, Iowa
Electrical Engineering
Maintenance & Repair
Skilled Trades
High school diploma or GED

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Environmental Technician Jobs by City in Iowa

Where Iowa roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Charles City
2 jobs
Hiawatha
1 job
Mount Pleasant
1 job
West Burlington
1 job

Environmental Technician Job Market in Iowa

A snapshot from current Iowa openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

Great River Health
Great River Health2 open roles
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Floyd County Medical Center2 open roles
Alliance Technical
Alliance Technical1 open role

What Iowa Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in environmental technician jobs across Iowa.

  • HAZWOPER 40-hour certification required or preferred by most Iowa employers
  • Bachelor's degree in environmental science, geology, or a related field
  • Experience collecting soil, water, or air samples in field conditions
  • Familiarity with EPA regulations and Iowa DNR environmental compliance standards
  • Valid driver's license for travel to field sites across Iowa
  • Proficiency with data entry, laboratory instrumentation, or environmental reporting software

Environmental Technician Jobs in Iowa: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a environmental technician in Iowa?

Most environmental technician positions in Iowa require at minimum an associate or bachelor's degree in environmental science, chemistry, geology, or a closely related field. Iowa does not issue a standalone state license specifically for environmental technicians, but employers consistently require HAZWOPER certification and may expect familiarity with Iowa DNR permit and reporting requirements. Building field sampling experience through internships with consulting firms or state agencies strengthens your candidacy considerably.

Which companies hire environmental technicians in Iowa?

Iowa environmental technician roles are posted by Great River Health, Floyd County Medical Center, and Alliance Technical and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Iowa's mix of large engineering consultancies, agricultural and industrial manufacturers, and state regulatory agencies creates a broad and steady hiring base for environmental technicians across the state.

Which Iowa cities have the most environmental technician jobs?

Charles City, Hiawatha, and Mount Pleasant have the most environmental technician openings in Iowa. Des Moines anchors the largest share of openings thanks to its concentration of engineering consulting firms and state agency offices, while Cedar Rapids and Davenport draw hiring from manufacturing operations and Quad Cities industrial facilities that require ongoing environmental compliance support.

How can I get hired as a environmental technician in Iowa with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is applying to field technician or laboratory technician roles at environmental consulting firms such as Terracon or AECOM, which regularly bring on candidates with a relevant degree but limited field hours. Iowa State University and the University of Iowa produce graduates who often enter the field through internship-to-hire pipelines with these firms or through the Iowa DNR. Earning a HAZWOPER 40-hour certification before applying gives entry-level candidates a concrete, employer-recognized credential that offsets limited hands-on experience.

Where can I find and apply to environmental technician jobs in Iowa?

You can find and apply to environmental technician jobs in Iowa on Migrate Mate, which lists current Iowa openings from employers across the state. Find roles that fit your experience and location, then apply directly to each one.

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