Environmental Technician (Water Treatment)

ECS Mid-Atlantic, LLC


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Responsibilities

Engineering Consulting Services (ECS) is seeking an Environmental Technician to join our team. You will observe and begin to perform routine field tests on a per project basis as assigned by others. Work will be field based. The ideal candidate presents a positive customer service attitude and understanding of ECS Core Values.

Key Responsibilities

  • Progressive learning about field sampling of various media while working both indoors and outdoors in a variety of weather conditions.
  • Daily communication is required with other ECS technicians and project managers and as directed, site representatives.
  • Attend project meetings with senior staff as requested
  • Progressive understanding of relevant calculations, data reduction of test results, drafting, and other administrative duties.
  • Learn to calibrate and use field equipment and document readings appropriately.
  • Incidental duties include office clerical tasks, report production assistance and other office related tasks.
  • Learn to conduct assessments on asbestos-containing materials, lead based paint, radon, and mold. Obtain relevant certifications as directed
  • Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Qualifications

  • High school diploma or GED required

  • No experience necessary
  • If driving for, or on behalf of, any ECS subsidiary, a valid driver’s license is required.
  • Must be able to provide suitable transportation for use on job sites – Mileage will be reimbursed

Skills and Abilities

  • Very limited to no knowledge of environmental principles, applications, and testing standards
  • Must be able to lift a minimum of 40 pounds a number of times each day and walk on uneven ground through various terrains.
  • Ability to complete daily field reports detailing site activities and observations with directions and training provided.

Military Qualifications

  • The following US Military ranks would qualify for this position:
    • E-4

About Us

ECS Group of Companies (ECS) was founded in 1988 with the goal to raise the standards of professional engineering consulting. Today, we are a leader in geotechnical, construction materials, environmental and facilities consulting services. We are employee-owned with more than 3,000 employees in 100+ offices and testing facilities coast to coast. ECS is currently ranked #66 in Engineering News-Record’s Top 500 Design Firms (April 2025), #148 in Engineering News-Record’s Top 200 Environmental Firms (October 2025) and #50 in Zweig Group’s Hot Firm List (May 2025). For additional information about ECS, visit: www.ecslimited.com.

ECS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. To learn more, clickhere.

ECS is an Equal Opportunity [EO] employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or other protected category. E-verify and federal drug-free work place compliant.

 

Chantilly, VA 

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