Environmental Field Technician

ABOUT YOU

Are you passionate about air quality and ready to join an inclusive work environment, committed to leading new ideas and pathways, and to delivering value? If the answer is, "Yes" then we have an exciting Full-time career opportunity for you in Pittsburgh, PA.

Who are we? We are Montrose, a global environmental services provider offering environmental planning and permitting, measurement and analytical services, and environmental resiliency and sustainability solutions. Our qualified engineers, scientists, technicians, associates, and policy experts are proud of our collective expertise and the collaborative nature of our approach to helping clients. We strive to optimize environmental resiliency in a way that effectively complements our clients' decision-making and operations and efficiently fulfills their project requirements.  

We have over 90 offices across the United States, Canada, Europe and Australia and approximately 3,500 employees – all ready to provide solutions for environmental needs. 

The Fugitive Emission (FE) team is responsible for performing inspections on various types of facilities in the Oil and Gas Industry to identify and quantify hydrocarbon gas leaks and vents. A normal technician schedule averages 180 total days of work per year.

Job Type: Full-time

Compensation: $50,000 - $60,000 annually (Eligible for Overtime pay)  

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU

As a key member of our Montrose team, you can expect: 

• Direct exposure to our industry's leading experts who are solving the world's toughest environmental challenges 

• An entrepreneurial environment where you can learn, thrive and collaborate with talented colleagues 

• Opportunities to engage and contribute in our Diversity, Fairness and Inclusion and Women Empowering Leadership employee resource groups 

• Competitive compensation package: annual salary ranging from ​$50,000 to $60,000 annually, commensurate with accomplishments, performance, credentials and geography 

• Competitive medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage 

• 401k with a competitive 4% employer match 

• Progressive vacation policies, company holidays and paid parental leave benefits to ensure work/life balance  

• A financial assistance program that supports peers in need, known as the Montrose Foundation 

• Access to a student loan planning tool to optimize your student loan payoff plans and compare student loan rates with lenders. 

A DAY IN THE LIFE

IDEAL CANDIDATES will have an intimate understanding of oil and gas field operations (experience working in an O&G facility would be a definite asset) and have experience in performing hydrocarbon fugitive emission and /or leak detection projects. The FE Technician will report to the FE Team Lead. The successful candidate will be required to take a number of safety training courses prior to initiating any field activities (CPR/1St Aid, H2S Alive, WHIMIS/TDG, Fall Protection etc.). Any candidates that already have valid training tickets will be given preference. This position includes a comprehensive safety and technical training program (both field and office based). This position offers a unique opportunity to join a successful Environmental Engineering firm and work with a industry leading technologies used to detect and measure methane gas emissions.

As a key member of the Fugitive Emission (FE) team, this role will be responsible for a full range of activities including:

• Assisting in coordinating and navigating to various facilities with maps and GPS

• Helping to calibrate and maintain equipment

• Using various detection and measurement technologies under the supervision of the Team Lead

• Collecting and recording emission data

• Preparing field reports as required

NECESSARY QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, individuals must be able to perform each duty and responsibility satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. 

• Understanding of EPA Subpart VV, VVa, KKK, OOOO, OOOOa, and W Fugitive Emission Monitoring requirements

• Knowledge/Experience on US EPA and ASTM stack testing methodologies is an asset

• Experience in Oil and Gas industry (preference given to candidates with natural gas processing/transmission facility experience)

• Effective computer skills (Excel and Microsoft Office are essential) and proficiency with Android OS

• Ability to work 12 hour shifts (days only)

• Ability to walk and/or stand while handling/carrying various technical equipment for extended periods of time

• Comfortable occasionally working at heights in a safe manner

• Ability to travel

• Valid driver's license

• Preference will be given to candidates with an Associates or Bachelors Degree in engineering technology or applicable technical degree/diploma; related work experience in hydrocarbon detection and measurement, LDAR, instrumentation or stack emission testing or a mechanical background are also preferred, but not required

All candidates will be subject to background and drug screening.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees so classified. If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, or are limited in the ability or unable to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, you may contact or - for assistance. 

MAKE THE MOVE TO ACCELERATE YOUR CAREER 

We are going to be blunt – the way we work may not suit everyone. We are a fast-paced,  dynamic and high-growth company. You are your own boss, but you will get tons of guidance and plenty of support from talented, super-smart colleagues and its service providers. Therefore, if freedom, autonomy, and head-scratching professional challenges attract you, we could be the perfect match made in heaven. 

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​​​Montrose is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Montrose is committed to recruiting and hiring qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status. Montrose is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its employment for individuals with disabilities.