What are the responsibilities and job description for the Entry Field Technician position at CDM Smith?
CDM has immediate openings in Louisiana with needs in the Shreveport, Baton Rouge, Lake Charles and Monroe areas for an INTERMITTENT (Seasonal part-time) environmental technician.
Primary responsibilities include:
Performing sampling of wastewater at various locations and sample shipment to a laboratory for analysis.
Sample days are expected to be between 2 and 8 hours long with sampling completed at least 2 days per week and possibly up to 4 depending on the number of sample sites assigned.
Sampling is expected to continue for several months and possibly through June 2024.
Primary responsibilities include:
Performing sampling of wastewater at various locations and sample shipment to a laboratory for analysis.
Sample days are expected to be between 2 and 8 hours long with sampling completed at least 2 days per week and possibly up to 4 depending on the number of sample sites assigned.
Sampling is expected to continue for several months and possibly through June 2024.
Minimum Qualifications
High School diploma or equivalent. Equivalent additional directly related experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.
0-1 years of experience.
Domestic and/or international travel may be required. The frequency of travel is contingent on specific duties, responsibilities, and the essential functions of the position, which may vary depending on workload and project demands.
0-1 years of experience.
Domestic and/or international travel may be required. The frequency of travel is contingent on specific duties, responsibilities, and the essential functions of the position, which may vary depending on workload and project demands.
Skills and Abilities
Basic knowledge of computer software programs and operating systems.
Preferred Qualifications
Understanding of sampling practices, principals and methods is preferred but not required;
Strong written and verbal communication skills, and must be able to work with minimal supervision, and work well with others.
A drivers license and cell phone to travel to field locations to collect samples, and communicate with facility managers and project team members as needed.
Able to lift 25 lbs
Strong written and verbal communication skills, and must be able to work with minimal supervision, and work well with others.
A drivers license and cell phone to travel to field locations to collect samples, and communicate with facility managers and project team members as needed.
Able to lift 25 lbs
Assignment Category
Parttime-Regular
Amount of Travel Required
10%
EEO Statement
We attract the best people in the industry, supporting their efforts to learn and grow. We strive to create a challenging and progressive work environment. We provide career opportunities that span a variety of disciplines and geographic locations, with projects that our employees plan, design, build and operate as diverse as the needs of our clients. CDM Smith is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, disability, citizenship status, genetics, protected veteran status or any other characteristics protected by applicable law.
U.S. Vaccine Status
CDM Smith Inc. and its divisions and subsidiaries (hereafter collectively referred to as “CDM Smith”) are committed to your health and safety. CDM Smith and its employees adhere to all applicable government and client COVID-19 requirements.
Background Check and Drug Testing Information
CDM Smith reserves the right to require background checks including criminal, employment, education, licensure, etc. as well as credit and motor vehicle when applicable for certain positions. In addition, CDM Smith may conduct drug testing for designated positions. Background checks are conducted after an offer of employment has been made in the United States. The timing of when background checks will be conducted on candidates for positions outside the United States will vary based on country statutory law but in no case, will the background check precede an interview. CDM Smith will conduct interviews of qualified individuals prior to requesting a criminal background check, and no job application submitted prior to such interview shall inquire into an applicant's criminal history. If this position is subject to a background check for any convictions related to its responsibilities and requirements, employment will be contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation including criminal history. Criminal history will not automatically disqualify a candidate. In addition, during employment individuals may be required by CDM Smith or a CDM Smith client to successfully complete additional background checks, including motor vehicle record as well as drug testing.
Agency Disclaimer
All vendors must have a signed CDM Smith Placement Agreement from the CDM Smith Recruitment Center Manager to receive payment for your placement. Verbal or written commitments from any other member of the CDM Smith staff will not be considered binding terms. All unsolicited resumes sent to CDM Smith and any resume submitted to any employee outside of CDM Smith Recruiting Center Team (RCT) will be considered property of CDM Smith. CDM Smith will not be held liable to pay a placement fee.
Business Unit
TSU
Group
WSO
Employment Type
Intermittent
Visa Sponsorship Available
No - We will not support sponsorship, i.e. H-1B or TN Visas for this position
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