Environmental Engineering Technician jobs in Gary, IN

Aegis Environmental, Inc., a Greenwood, Indiana-based environmental consulting firm, is seeking to fill the position of an Environmental Technician in our Michigan City, Indiana office. The successful candidate must have a high school degree or GED. Typical projects include water quality sampling, soil sampling, and indoor air quality testing such as asbestos, lead, mold, and radon. The position also includes assisting with asbestos, lead paint, underground storage tank, and other cleanup projects. The ability to operate equipment such as a backhoe and Bobcat is a plus. The candidate must be detail orientated and able to communicate with clients and staff effectively. Hours will vary depending on the needs at the job site and involve working outdoors; typical workdays are 8 to 5. Minimal travel is required.

Typical responsibilities will include:

• Field sampling and data collection
• Routine maintenance of field equipment
• Assist with cleanup/abatement projects
• Subcontractor oversight and management
• Assisting project managers

Required Skills:

• Safety Consciousness – Ability to recognize and mitigate safety concerns
• Communication – Must be able to effectively communicate new ideas, issues, and problems to staff
• Integrity – Must be honest and have strong moral principles
• Team Player – Must work well with others and be dependable
• Confidence – Secure in decision-making ability
• Respect – Take an interest in co-workers, clients, and subcontractors
• Positive Attitude – Upbeat, energetic, and enthusiastic
• Flexibility – Willing to accept a flexible schedule to get work done
• Self Improvement – Strive to improve and grow to be your best continuously
• Hard Worker – Have a can-do attitude and ability to perform physical tasks