Environmental Field Technician (PRP)

NOVA Engineering & Environmental is seeking an Environmental Field Technician to support petroleum remediation projects under the Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP) Petroleum Restoration Program (PRP). This is a hands-on, field-based role where you will work on sites impacted by petroleum, helping monitor and operate cleanup systems while collecting environmental samples. This Environmental Technician can be based in Tampa or Fort Lauderdale, FL .

This position is ideal for someone who enjoys working outdoors, has strong mechanical skills, and wants to build a career in environmental remediation and consulting.

Responsibilities:

• Collect groundwater, soil, and soil vapor samples from monitoring wells and project sites
• Measure water levels and record field data used to track contamination
• Operate and monitor remediation systems that clean up petroleum-impacted soil and groundwater
• Perform routine maintenance and troubleshooting on pumps, blowers, piping, and related equipment
• Document site conditions, system performance, and daily activities
• Support project teams with site work, inspections, and coordination with contractors

Remediation System Work:

• You will gain hands-on experience operating systems such as: Air Sparging (AS), Soil Vapor Extraction (SVE), Dual-Phase Extraction (DPE), Pump-and-Treat (P&T)
• You’ll be responsible for collecting system readings (pressure, flow, etc.), identifying issues, and helping keep systems running efficiently.

Basic Electrical Troubleshooting:

• Perform basic field-level electrical checks such as verifying power, using a multimeter or clamp meter, recognizing tripped breakers or disconnected power, and safely troubleshooting common equipment start-up issues.

Mechanical Knowledge:

• Apply hands-on mechanical skills to inspect, maintain, and troubleshoot pumps, blowers, piping, valves, gauges, fittings, hoses, and related remediation system components.

Health, Safety & Compliance:

• Follow all Health and Safety Plans (HASP) and company safety procedures
• Work in compliance with FDEP PRP requirements
• Properly manage investigation-derived waste (IDW)
• Participate in safety meetings and site inspections

Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED (Associate’s degree preferred)
• 1–3+ years of environmental field or construction-related experience
• Experience collecting environmental samples (groundwater, soil, or similar)
• Strong mechanical aptitude and comfort working with tools and equipment
• Ability to work outdoors in Florida conditions (heat, humidity, uneven terrain)
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record

Preferred:

• Experience supporting FDEP PRP projects
• Hands-on experience with remediation system operation and maintenance
• OSHA 40-Hour HAZWOPER (or willingness to obtain)
• Experience using field instruments (meters, probes, gauges)
• Basic understanding of electrical systems and troubleshooting

Work Environment:

• Majority of work performed outdoors at active project sites
• Travel to sites across Florida
• Physically active role including lifting, bending, and equipment handling

Check out our Perks:

In addition to our welcoming company culture and competitive compensation packages, our employees enjoy the below benefits:

• Use of shared Company Vehicle for daily travel to work sites
• Comprehensive group medical insurance, including health, dental and vision
• Opportunity for professional growth and advancement
• Certification reimbursement
• Paid time off
• Company–observed paid holidays
• Company paid life insurance for employee, spouse and children
• Company paid short term disability coverage
• Other supplemental benefit offerings including long-term disability, critical illness, accident and identity theft protection
• 401K retirement with company matching of 50% on the first 6% of employee contributions
• Wellness program with incentives
• Employee Assistance Program

NOVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. NOVA does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, ancestry, marital status, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

About NOVA:

Established in 1996, NOVA was originally founded to provide Environmental Consulting, Geotechnical Engineering, and Construction Materials Testing and Inspection services to the design and construction community, largely in the southeastern United States. Since our founding, NOVA has added additional service lines such as Facilities and Building Envelope, Forensics, Municipal and more. We are dedicated to providing a wide variety of projects and services with an emphasis on collaboration and safety. We offer a stimulating and inspiring work environment where our employees are recognized for their efforts and achievements and are mentored for professional growth.

Currently, NOVA employs 650+ personnel in 18 offices serving clients throughout the southeastern United States and beyond. Our firm has professional and administrative support staff that includes registered professional engineers, registered professional geologists, environmental scientists, registered roof observers, LEED accredited professionals, soil/foundation engineers, laboratory specialists, materials technicians, ICC-certified inspectors, NICET-certified technicians, and AWS-certified welding inspectors. NOVA’s facilities include AASHTO-accredited laboratories in soils, concrete, aggregate and hot-mix asphalt testing/inspection. We also have CCRL-inspected laboratories for concrete sampling, curing, and testing. NOVA will continue to expand its reach and reputation as a leader in the testing, inspection, and consulting fields with a strong legacy of quality and integrity by promoting our best internal resources and recruiting a diverse culture of valued and exceptional talent.