AECOM is seeking a Junior Environmental Technician (entry level to 2 years’ experience) to support environmental remediation for an industrial client. You will work alongside experienced technicians and field crews to execute field tasks safely and efficiently, maintain high-quality documentation, and support operations, maintenance, and sampling activities. The site is located in Niagara Falls, NY.
This role emphasizes hands-on fieldwork and adherence to safety and quality protocols, with growth opportunities into advanced field responsibilities. The successful candidate will ideally have some experience in general operations, environmental remediation/sampling, and hands-on mechanical experience.
Field Operations & Site Support
- Oversee pump-and-treat system operations, including monitoring, troubleshooting, maintenance, and performance optimization.
- Sampling groundwater Influent and Effluent from groundwater treatment systems primarily for volatile organic compounds. Preparing chains-of-custody and sample cooler loading in preparation for transport to contracted analytical laboratories.
- Gathering and maintaining specified records of scientific data for the technical lead/supervisor, including environmental sampling, operations and maintenance, and inspections at client sites
- Assisting with calculations, setting up, and operating equipment (sampling devices and pumps), inspecting equipment and installations for compliance with specifications and maintaining proper project documentation.
- Driving AECOM-leased site vehicles.
- Mechanical aptitude to make basic repairs to treatment equipment.
- Overseeing and working in collaboration with client mechanical, electrical, and industrial contractors.
Health & Safety Participation
- Follow AECOM safety policies and Site-Specific Health and Safety Plans (SSHPs); participate in JHAs/tailgates and stop work if unsafe conditions arise.
- Use required PPE correctly, report incidents, near misses, and unsafe conditions immediately.
- Maintain compliance with OSHA and applicable state requirements during all phases of work.
Documentation & QA/QC
- Maintain complete and accurate field logs, daily reports, equipment logs, photo documentation, and chain-of-custody records.
- Perform basic data entry and QA/QC checks for measurements and sampling results.
Coordination & Communication
- Coordinate day-to-day needs with the site supervisor, project manager, subcontractors, and client representatives as directed.
- Communicate field status, issues, and material/equipment needs promptly and professionally.