About this opportunity
GHD lists this Environmental Field Technican opportunity in baton rouge, Louisiana. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
There’s no pledge more important than the one we make to look after our environment, and we’re committed to helping you do exactly that!
Job Description
There’s no pledge more important than the one we make to look after our environment, and we’re committed to helping you do exactly that!
Who are we looking for?
GHD has an excellent opportunity for an
Job Description
There’s no pledge more important than the one we make to look after our environment, and we’re committed to helping you do exactly that!
Who are we looking for?
GHD has an excellent opportunity for an Environmental Field Technician to join our team on a full-time, 40-hour/week basis, based out of our Baton Rouge, LA location. This role is a “hands on” field position.
In an ever-changing world, it requires creativity and innovation to stay ahead.
We’re seeking the curious, those who are stimulated by fresh thinking and a desire to shape our communities in new, positive ways.
As part of a truly global team, working on complex and rewarding projects, you’ll be at the forefront of driving change. See what the power of commitment can do for you.
Join us as we strive to ensure a sustainable future for our communities and the world we live in.
Become part of our global network of skilled engineers, scientists, auditors, planners, and environmental specialists, all working together to leave this world better than we found it.
Working with an energetic and high performing team, this position offers a variety of work and will see you involved in:
Responsibilities
Inspection, maintenance, and gauging ofenvironmental groundwater wells
Ensure work is completed in a safe and compliant manner with respect to applicable OSHA, GHD, and client standards
Generatequality field notes and enter collected field data electronically to database programs
Perform site housekeeping inspections with attention to detail in GHD’s operational area
Operations and maintenance, troubleshooting, oversight, and repairs of remedial equipment including groundwater recovery wells, groundwater treatment unit, and all associated physical and mechanical components
Operate groundwater treatment systems, including pumps, filters, and chemical dosing equipment, to ensure optimal performance
Maintain accurate records of system operations and maintenance activities
Provide health and safety/construction oversight of contractors
Work directly with clients and contractors
Conduct vegetation maintenance using heavy equipment (i.e. tractor with bushhog attachment) and weed eating
Health, Safety, and Environment: Follow the organization’s health, safety, and environment (HSE) policies, procedures, and mandatory instructions to identify and mitigate risks and to safeguard the environment and the well‑being of self and others.
The ideal candidate will have the following skills:
Ability to perform field work
Ability to communicate across diverse occupational roles
Commitment to safety applying a behavior‑based safety culture in all aspects of the job
Strong mechanical, electrical, and computer proficiency
Must be proficient with standard hand and power tools
Physically capable of working in non‑ideal conditions, such as hot/cold temperatures, wet weather, outside, and around loud equipment and traversing rough terrains
Ability to be a self‑starter, proactive, flexible, great teammate, willing and able to work on a wide variety of tasks with minimal direction
Ability to analyze field readings, data, and operating parameters to optimize system operations
Education
High School Diploma or Equivalent
Experience
0-3 years of previous industrial work experience
OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER is a plus
Must have a valid driver’s license and a clean driving record
Experienced operator of heavy equipment is a plus
Why GHD:
Take on some of the world’s toughest challenges - with everyone at GHD backing you every step of the way.
We'll give you control over your career, empower you to find innovative solutions and help you create a lasting impact.
See where your commitment could take you with GHD.
As a multicultural organization, we encourage individual achievement and recognize the strength of a diverse workforce. GHD is an equal opportunity employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants without regard to race, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, marital status or veteran status.
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Worksite address
baton rouge, LA, 70873, US
Who can apply
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