Technitian

Description:

Our client is seeking an Environmental or Engineering Technician to join our team in Boca Raton, Florida (would consider based in Palm Beach County-Broward County). The role is ideal for individuals interested in building a career in the environmental construction and consulting fields. You will compile construction quality assurance (CQA) monitoring data; perform a variety of multi-media sampling activities; oversee environmental and remediation construction projects; and provide additional field and office support to geologists and engineers for a diverse private and public-sector client base. You will work on your own or as a part of a larger field support team on site- specific project tasks.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES

• Perform field and on-site laboratory tests on soil, geosynthetics, aggregates, and other materials primarily associated with landfill and/or waste containment system construction;
• Monitor contractor activities on job sites to ensure compliance with relevant contract documents (e.g., technical specifications, construction drawings, sampling plans, CQA plans ).
• Provide CQA observation and monitoring of several types of construction and/or environmental activities on enviro-civil construction sites;
• Perform multi-media sampling in support of investigations, monitoring programs, and other data collection centric projects.
• Prepare daily and weekly field reports, construction schedules & progress reports;
• Assure project documentation is correct and consistent with company policy & procedures;
• Interact with project personnel (contractors, project managers, engineers & clients) and assist in cultivating an integrated team approach through open lines of communications and participation in work progress meetings;
• Assist in the preparation of final data packages, health and safety documents, and the assembly of report appendices.
• Observe and abide by the policies and procedures outlined in the site-specific project health and safety plans and the company's Environmental Health and Safety Management policies and procedures; and
• Perform tasks in other company practice areas including general construction services, environmental sampling, contractor oversight, or construction quality assurance activities, as needed.

Training: This position requires OSHA health and safety, first aid and CPR training and medical monitoring, paid for by the firm.

• CQA for landfill cell construction (earthwork, foundation, geosynthetics liner)
• CQA for well installations for a landfill gas system
• Subsurface injection for groundwater remediation
• Source removal/Excavation of contaminates
• Remediation of several different types of contaminated sites
• Landfill conversions
• Dam, Dykes and Levee

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED). (required)
• Associate's or bachelor's degree in science, construction management, engineering, physical science, environmental science, or related subjects. (preferred)
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and Word software programs. (required)
• Strong mathematical experience with the ability to perform calculations in basic geometry and use of algebra. (required)
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team, be self-motivated and possess a strong work ethic. (required)
• Technical experience in civil construction services, geotechnical, environmental, or related engineering disciplines. (preferred)
• Experience ensuring field activities comply with construction plans and specifications and the ability to monitor several different types of activities. (preferred)
• Experience reading and interpreting construction drawings, including survey and topographical drawings. (preferred)
• Experience with the operation of industry typical monitoring and data collection equipment, including but not limited to laptop and handheld computers, Troxler moisture /density gauges, scales, landfill gas meters, and other monitoring devices. (preferred)
• Experience with multi-media sampling including soil, water, and air. (preferred)
• Ability to regularly lift and/or move up to 49 pounds unaided and 50-100 pounds with assistance and/or proper engineering. (required)
• Ability to perform field work and travel up to 90% (required)

Report writing- daily field document in word. Record the chronology of the day and upload some pictures.

Selling points:

• Strong, stable company, with job stability. They have increased revenue every year for the last 20 years.
• Place an strong emphasis on professional development, through both internal and external training and professional development opportunities.
• Variety of work across the country and over 25 different disciplines within the company.
• Mid-size engineering and environmental consulting firm. Not too big where you get lost in the number. Big enough to handle very sizable and complex projects.
• Opportunity to travel around the country, supporting a variety of projects.

Work Environment:

• Work outdoors, perform extensive fieldwork, and travel for extensive periods of time, including overnights, weekends, and holidays is required.
• Fieldwork: Up to 90%
• Overnight travel: Up to 90%
• Must be located in Palm Beach County-Broward County in order to stay close to management.
• Must be able to travel at 4-6 weeks at a time.
• Minimum 8-10 hours/day, some Saturdays. 50-60 hours/week.
• Projects- landfill gas system and control wells installation oversite. They have a few weeks of local work, before they would have to travel.
• Typically expense mileage for travel
• Company Car- may be provided if needed. Must be returned after end of day.

About Actalent:

Actalent connects passion with purpose. Our scalable talent solutions and services capabilities drive value and results and provide the expertise to help our customers achieve more. Every day, our experts around the globe are making an impact. We're supporting critical initiatives in engineering and sciences that advance how companies serve the world. Actalent promotes consultant care and engagement through experiences that enable continuous development. Our people are the difference. Actalent is an operating company of Allegis Group, the global leader in talent solutions.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.