Job Listing Description

PDS Tech is currently recruiting for an Environmental Field Technician to work in Baton Rouge, LA for a Direct Hire position!

SUMMARY
An Environmental Field Technician / Project Scientist I (PS1) is an entry level position. This is a field-testing role that involves conducting air emissions testing for industrial clients. Using a teamwork approach with other members of the testing teams, a PS1 will support the basic aspects of testing projects including equipment preparation, deployment, staging/breakdown and sampling tasks assigned to them. This position does require extensive travel.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

• This position requires extensive out of town travel

• You will be working on smokestacks upwards of 350 feet

• You will be working in both hot and cold environments

• This does require that you be able to hoist or lift between 50-75 pounds

• This position is looking for people with attention to detail and have good mechanical skills

• Good verbal communication skills (Internally and with Clients and Regulators).

• Mechanical and Electrical skills and knowledge of “how things work”.

• Professional Appearance and Behavior.

• Maintain Positive Attitude with ability to work well in groups.

• Desire to Achieve Goals and grow into higher positions of leadership.

• Ability to submit timesheets and expense reports on time

• Safety and DOT Compliance

• Successfully adheres to Health and Safety Program Manual

• Follow all DOT requirements as trained to do so.

• Proper use of Electronic Logging Device (ELD).

• Demonstrates ability to work safely in office

• Demonstrates ability to work safely in field

• Conduct on-site field testing

• Equipment and Mobile Lab Cleaning

• Glassware Preparation

• Assist in Equipment mobilizations and demobilizations

• Follow current standards, codes and procedures regarding safe and effective use of equipment, maintenance programs and other policies as trained to do so.

• Ensure the company is represented in a professional manner while at customer sites and in the office

• Follow all test methods, procedures, and processes as trained to do so for quality source testing 

• This position does offer Medical, Dental, and 401K Benefits after a waiting period