Environmental Technician

PPM Consultants Inc. (PPM) is seeking candidates for a full-time Environmental Field Technician position based in our Birmingham Alabama office. This role offers an excellent opportunity for individuals interested in environmental services field operations and hands-on technical work supporting environmental assessment remediation and compliance projects throughout Alabama and the southeastern United States.

The ideal candidate is dependable mechanically inclined safety-focused and comfortable working outdoors in a fast-paced field environment. This position requires regular field work and travel including occasional overnight stays to support projects throughout the region. PPM is willing to train motivated individuals with relevant field experience mechanical aptitude or backgrounds in technical trades.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Collect air water soil groundwater and sediment samples in accordance with established procedures

Gather field data necessary to evaluate environmental conditions and support project objectives

Perform routine operation maintenance and monitoring of environmental remediation systems

Troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues associated with remediation equipment and field systems

Conduct groundwater monitoring system inspections and equipment performance evaluations

Oversee subcontractors and coordinate field activities to ensure project requirements are met

Conduct environmental inspections and assessments at commercial industrial and retail facilities

Assist with regulatory compliance activities data collection and environmental reporting

Accurately document field activities observations measurements and sampling results

Safely operate tools equipment and company vehicles while adhering to company health and safety procedures

Travel to project sites as required and support multiple projects concurrently

PPM offers competitive compensation comprehensive benefits professional development opportunities and the chance to work on a diverse range of environmental projects alongside experienced industry professionals.

PPM Consultants Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Required Qualifications

High school diploma or GED required

Valid drivers license with a good driving record and ability to meet company driving requirements

Willingness and ability to travel for project assignments including occasional overnight travel

Ability to perform field work in varying weather conditions and on active project sites

Ability to lift carry and operate equipment weighing 50 pounds or more

Strong work ethic dependability and attention to detail

Good communication and record-keeping skills

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Mechanical aptitude and ability to safely operate hand tools power tools and field equipment

Commitment to following company health and safety procedures

Preferred Qualifications

Previous environmental field experience including sampling monitoring inspection or remediation activities

Experience in mechanical trades industrial maintenance construction utilities equipment operation or related technical fields

Experience troubleshooting mechanical or electrical equipment

Basic knowledge of environmental science environmental regulations or remediation systems

Current 40-Hour HAZWOPER Certification

Associate degree technical training or coursework in environmental science engineering technology industrial maintenance or a related field