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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Are you ready to begin your journey towards a rewarding career in the environmental field? Does protecting the environment and gaining hands-on experience as an Environmental Field-Testing Technician interest you? Apply today! You'll get great hands-on experience, travel to exciting customer locations within your region (with expenses covered), and enjoy the great outdoors!
This is a great opportunity in a recession-proof industry where the sky is the limit! As an Environmental Field-Testing Technician, you will have the opportunity to learn and advance within our rapidly growing company while simultaneously obtaining an education on the industrial processes that we serve. Benefits to the Environmental Field-Testing Technician role include a clear and progressive career path, upward mobility, PTO, and great benefits that kick in the month following your start date.
Environmental Field-Testing Technician Info:
Alliance Technical Group provides the full spectrum of services to support our customers’ environmental needs, and ultimately, helps protect the environment. We are currently hiring enthusiastic, adventurous, science or mechanically minded individuals who have the desire to obtain valuable work experience and learn on the job. In this role, you will have the unique opportunity to gain exposure to a variety of industrial processes, and travel to various customer locations typically in your region/state, with all travel expenses paid. The work is conducted safely outdoors, on emissions source platforms, often at elevated heights, so you must love being outside.
Duties & Responsibilities:
In this important position, you will conduct Stack Emissions Testing including equipment preparation, deployment, staging/breakdown, sample collection and recovery. During our comprehensive training process, you will learn the following responsibilities, and once experienced, have the opportunity for rapid advancement:
- Conduct on-site field testing in a professional manner and transport testing equipment to customer sites
- Follow all test methods, procedures, and processes for quality source testing
- Apply careful mechanical and electrical skills while troubleshooting testing systems
Qualifications:
- Ability to pass a comprehensive background check and drug screening
- Must have a valid driver’s license
- Enjoy being outdoors, working safely in all weather conditions
- Ability and desire to climb stairs and ladders and work at elevated heights
- Degree in environmental, engineering, or mechanical sciences, or related experience skill and ability is highly preferred
- Experience related to environmental response/sample collection, mechanical, construction, or electrical work is helpful and preferred
- Experience with or strong aptitude to learn the use of the MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) & Adobe products
- Ability and desire to be on your feet, lift equipment up to 50 pounds, climb ladders or stairs and work at elevated heights and use tools or equipment requiring a high degree of dexterity
- Ability to distinguish between shades of color is critical for safety
Employee Benefits:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- 401(K) Plan with Competitive Match
- Continuing Education and Tuition Assistance
- Employer-Sponsored Disability Benefits
- Life Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Holidays, & Bonus Floating Holiday (if hired before July 1st)
- Profit Sharing or Individual Bonus Programs
- Referral Program
- Per Diem & Paid Travel
- Employee Discount Hub
In compliance with applicable Pay Transparency laws, Alliance Technical Group provides a range of compensation for job postings within locations that have these requirements. Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations. The pay range for this entry-level role is $20-$22 per hour.
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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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