Field Technician

Job Title Field Technician

Job Type Full-time

Career Level Entry Level

Education High School

Location Birmingham - Birmingham, AL 35210 US (Primary)

Category Technicians

Job Description
PPM Consultants, Inc. (PPM) is seeking candidates for a full-time Environmental Field Technician position based in our Birmingham, Alabama office. This role offers an excellent opportunity for individuals interested in environmental services, field operations, and hands-on technical work supporting environmental assessment, remediation, and compliance projects throughout Alabama and the southeastern United States.

The ideal candidate is dependable, mechanically inclined, safety-focused, and comfortable working outdoors in a fast-paced field environment. This position requires regular field work and travel, including occasional overnight stays, to support projects throughout the region. PPM is willing to train motivated individuals with relevant field experience, mechanical aptitude, or backgrounds in technical trades.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Collect air, water, soil, groundwater, and sediment samples in accordance with established procedures

Gather field data necessary to evaluate environmental conditions and support project objectives

Perform routine operation, maintenance, and monitoring of environmental remediation systems

Troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues associated with remediation equipment and field systems

Conduct groundwater monitoring, system inspections, and equipment performance evaluations

Oversee subcontractors and coordinate field activities to ensure project requirements are met

Conduct environmental inspections and assessments at commercial, industrial, and retail facilities

Assist with regulatory compliance activities, data collection, and environmental reporting

Accurately document field activities, observations, measurements, and sampling results

Safely operate tools, equipment, and company vehicles while adhering to company health and safety procedures

Travel to project sites as required and support multiple projects concurrently

PPM offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, professional development opportunities, and the chance to work on a diverse range of environmental projects alongside experienced industry professionals.

PPM Consultants, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Job Requirements
Required Qualifications

High school diploma or GED required

Valid driver\'s license with a good driving record and ability to meet company driving requirements

Willingness and ability to travel for project assignments, including occasional overnight travel

Ability to perform field work in varying weather conditions and on active project sites

Ability to lift, carry, and operate equipment weighing 50 pounds or more

Strong work ethic, dependability, and attention to detail

Good communication and record-keeping skills

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Mechanical aptitude and ability to safely operate hand tools, power tools, and field equipment

Commitment to following company health and safety procedures

Preferred Qualifications

Previous environmental field experience, including sampling, monitoring, inspection, or remediation activities

Experience in mechanical trades, industrial maintenance, construction, utilities, equipment operation, or related technical fields

Experience troubleshooting mechanical or electrical equipment

Basic knowledge of environmental science, environmental regulations, or remediation systems

Current 40-Hour HAZWOPER Certification

Associate degree, technical training, or coursework in environmental science, engineering technology, industrial maintenance, or a related field

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