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AECOM Environmental Engineering Technician in Amarillo, Texas
Company Description
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Job Description
AECOM has an opening for an Environmental Engineering Technician at our Amarillo, TX site. The ideal candidate will be self-motivated, reliable and have good interpersonal communication skills.
Job Description Summary
Performs standardized or prescribed assignments involving a sequence of related operations.
Sets up and operates standard testing equipment of moderate complexity.
Performs fieldwork, including but not limited to environmental sampling, operations and maintenance and inspections at client sites.
Operates heavy equipment, including a tractor and attachments.
Other activities may include assisting with calculations, setting up and operating equipment, inspecting equipment and installations for compliance with specifications and maintaining proper project documentation.
Ability to work independently.
Collection of soil and groundwater samples.
Mechanically inclined with experience operating and maintaining remediation systems, including air sparge and biovent systems.
Engagement in behavior-based safety programs.
Qualifications
Minimum Requirement:
HS diploma +6 years of related experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.
Must pass a State and Federal criminal history/security pre-employment background check; many projects/ clients are security sensitive and require periodic post-employment background checks.
Ability to pass a client-mandated drug test.
Must possess a valid driver’s license and clean driving record. Ability to travel to various client sites locations using a AECOM provided Vehicle to conduct fieldwork, including but not limited to environmental sampling, operations and maintenance and inspections.
Physically able, with or without an accommodation, to work in indoor and outdoor environments with uneven terrain, variable environmental conditions include heat, dust, noise, and dryness.
Conducting fieldwork and wearing associated personal protective equipment, including but not limited to gloves, safety glasses/goggles, safety shoes/boots, hard hat, and hearing protection.
This position requires frequent (more than 50% of the workday) standing/walking, and operation of vehicles; often (25-50% of the workday) performing keyboard/mouse operations, working alone in isolated/remote areas, and lifting less than 25 pounds; occasionally (10-25% of the workday) performing repetitive ending/stooping, power ripping/squeezing (hand tools, levers, etc.), operation of heavy, moving or dangerous equipment, and lifting of 25-50 pounds; rarely (less than 10% of the workday) working with arms above shoulder level, in an environment of heavy, moving, dangerous equipment, using portable ladders, performing repetitive or fine hand movements, and working on electrical circuits.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with various media sampling (soil, groundwater, and waste).
Experience with health and safety programs, and effective communication skills (verbal, field notes, Microsoft Office Suite, etc.).
Additional Information
This position does not include sponsorship for United States work authorization now or in the future
This position does not include relocation benefits
Offered compensation will be based on location and individual qualifications. The expected range is $28.00/hour - $40.00 /hour.
About AECOM
AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.
AECOM is the world’s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. On projects spanning transportation, buildings, water, new energy and the environment, our public- and private-sector clients trust us to solve their most complex challenges. Our teams are driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world through our unrivaled technical and digital expertise, a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion, and a commitment to environmental, social and governance priorities. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm and its Professional Services business had revenue of $14.4 billion in fiscal year 2023. See how we are delivering sustainable legacies for generations to come at aecom.com and @AECOM.
Freedom to Grow in a World of Opportunity
You will have the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether you’re working from an AECOM office, remote location or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed.
You will help us foster a safe and respectful workplace, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients.
AECOM provides a wide array of compensation, benefits and well-being programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. We’re the world’s trusted global infrastructure firm, and we’re in this together – your growth and success are ours too.
Join us, and you’ll get all the benefits of being a part of a global, publicly traded firm – access to industry-leading technology and thinking and transformational work with big impact and work flexibility. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person’s potential, and we’ll help you reach yours.
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
ReqID: J10124163
Business Line: Environment
Business Group: DCS
Strategic Business Unit: West
Career Area: Engineering
Work Location Model: On-Site
Legal Entity: AECOM Field Services LLC