Environmental Engineering Technician jobs in Lake Charles, LA

Description

This position as an Air Quality Technician is one of full-time employment type. Employee will participate in Air Monitoring activities such as obtaining permits and conducting facility inspections. Employee will also perform fieldwork, specifically water and wastewater sampling for epidemiological studies relating to COVID-19, Influenza, and Monkeypox viruses. Assignments will be largely field based and will involve driving to various client sites. This position is considered on-call and the employee must be able to respond to calls and work overtime as needed.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (Knowledge, Skills and Abilities):

• Three years’ experience in an industrial setting OR a two-year technical degree, preferred.
• Must possess a valid drivers license with an insurable driving record.
• TWIC Card.
• Knowledge of common engineering concepts, practices, standards, and procedures.
• Ability to read, interpret, create, and assemble from drawings, wiring diagrams, schematics, and sketches.
• Strong electro/mechanical troubleshooting skills.
• Must have good written and verbal skills including the ability to use Microsoft Excel and Word, and other technical programs.

ATTRIBUTES: 

• Self-Directed – Shows initiative and the ability to organize oneself. Volunteers readily. Able to self-direct work with little supervision.
• Reliable – Punctual. Able to accept and complete duties according to necessary specifications; accepts responsibility.
• Communicator - Able to succinctly convey information. Comfortable with communicating everything from organizational goals to specific tasks to all levels easily. Proficient listener.
• Safety-conscious – Values the safety of self and others by following all regulations and guidelines, wearing necessary PPE, and continuously upholding safety expectations.
• Detail-Oriented - Able to pay close attention to the small particulars when working on a task in order to produce a high-quality product.
• Team oriented - Values being part of a team but is able to work and think independently. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Drive to and in client facilities.
• Obtain permits at client facilities.
• Complete JSA’s and toolbox meetings.
• Conduct facility inspections/audits/sampling.
• Responsible for the maintenance and upkeep of air monitoring equipment. 
• Assist with the construction, operation and maintenance of stationary continuous emissions monitoring systems and mobile ambient air monitoring stations.
• Generate accurate and complete documentation of field activities.
• The ability to communicate effectively with project team members.
• Initiative and motivation to complete project tasks on schedule. 
• The ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Ability to travel to other regional client sites, generally on a daily basis.
• Works around manholes and other confined spaces involving potential biological, chemical, electrical, and/or physical hazards.
• Collect samples and run basic laboratory analyses such as pH and temperature.
• Adheres to all safety requirements set forth by Providence and clients of Providence. 
• Responds to company and client calls including during extended hours of evenings, nights, and weekends and work overtime when necessary.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Ability to travel frequently and on short notice, with some overnight travel.
• Ability to walk long distances.
• Ability to lift 50 or more pounds and work at elevated heights. 
• Ability to work outdoors in variable weather conditions and on varied terrain, sometimes for extended periods of time.

Additional Company Information

Providence Engineering and Environmental Group LLC is committed to diversity and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The above Job Description is a written statement of facts describing the scope, responsibilities, and organizational relationships of this position as it is. It is intended to provide a clear picture of the position’s role within the organization.

This job description is subject to change as Providence Engineering and Environmental Group LLC evolves, and in no way implies that this description includes all the duties associated with this position. Job duties related to this position may be added/removed from the job description as needed. Providence Engineering and Environmental Group LLC depends on its employees to assess current positions and update position description as duties change, responsibilities increase/decrease, technology improvements occur, or because of any other factors which may impact the success of such position. 

Providence Engineering and Environmental Group LLC is an EEOC employer. All applicants and all employees will be evaluated based on their ability, competence, and performance of the essential functions of their positions. It is the policy of Providence Engineering and Environmental Group LLC to be nondiscriminatory in all matters regarding the selection, hiring, termination, promotion, transfer, work assignment, scheduling, compensation of employees, and any or all other terms and conditions of employment. The company does not unlawfully discriminate based on any applicable, legally protected classification, including but not limited to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, and physical or mental disability. 

Providence Engineering and Environmental Group LLC is an EEO employer - M/F/Vets/Disabled