Environmental Technician

At GHD we dont just believe in the power of commitment we live and breathe it every day.

Thats why we pledge to empower all of our people to make a positive impact. Combining our deep technical expertise with the capabilities of our clients and partners we respond to some of the most complex challenges facing our planet today.

Who are we looking for

We are seeking a hands-on mechanically skilled Environmental O&M Technician or Field Mechanical Technicianto support environmental consulting projects involving Operations Maintenance & Monitoring. This position is based out of our Rosemont (Chicago) Illinois office and involves 90% field work.

Responsibilities:

• Inspect and maintain system components such as pumps blowers motors and piping
• Replace or repair system components such as pumps motors valves gauges
• Troubleshoot system performance issues
• Adjust flow rates and optimize system performance
• Perform routine monitoring and field data collection
• Prepare simple field reports
• Communicate site conditions clearly to project managers
• Oversee subcontractors
• Work outdoors sometimes in adverse weather conditions
• Commitment to safety utilizing a behavior-based safety culture in all aspects of the job
• Strong mechanical aptitude
• Practical common-sense problem solver
• Able to troubleshoot pumps blowers piping controls
• Comfortable working outdoors in all conditions
• Hard working and dependable
• Good communicator (clients and project team)
• Able to work independently but team-oriented
• Must have a valid drivers license anda clean driving record and reside near the Rosemont (Chicago) Illinois office
• Ability to work extended hours and travel out of town
• Ability to lift and carry 50 lbs
• Environmental remediation experience is a plus but not required.
• No formal degree required. Mechanical ability and work ethic matter most.
• 5 years hands-on mechanical or industrial experience preferred
• Experience with pumps motors blowers compressors plumbing or electrical controls
• Environmental remediation experience a plus (not required)
• OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER is a plus

Salary: $23.32 - $37.02/hour varies based on experience and location.

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As a multicultural organization we encourage individual achievement and recognize the strength of a diverse workforce. GHD is an equal opportunity employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants without regard to race color religion genetic information national origin sex (including same sex) sexual orientation gender identity pregnancy childbirth or related medical conditions age disability or handicap citizenship status service member status or any other category protected by federal state or local law.