Environmental Field Technician at AECOM in Richmond, CA

Company Description

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At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.

There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.

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Job Description

AECOM is actively seeking Environmental Field Technicians for employment in Los Angeles, Long Beach, Orange, Oakland, San Luis Obispo, or Richmond, California.

The ideal candidate will have prior experience in environmental field data collection including drilling, soil logging, well installation, and environmental sample collection. Prior experience in surface water, groundwater, and soil vapor remediation systems operations, maintenance, and monitoring is preferred. In addition, the candidate should have experience in data management, field documentation, and technical report production. Strong verbal and written communication skills are critical for this role and will include client and subcontractor interactions. Other desired skills include knowledge of local, state, and federal environmental and health and safety regulations to ensure compliance.

Duties include but are not limited to

• Performs standardized or prescribed assignments involving a sequence of related operations.
• Conducts a variety of standardized tests and may prepare specimens; Sets up and operates standard laboratory testing equipment of moderate complexity.
• Records test data and provides observation and interpretations of it.
• Performs fieldwork, including but not limited to environmental sampling, operations and maintenance and inspections at client sites.
• Other activities may include assisting with calculations, setting up and operating equipment, inspecting equipment and installations for compliance with specifications and maintaining proper project documentation.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

• High School Diploma and 4+ years of experience and or demonstrated equivalency of experience and or education
• Due to the nature of the work, U.S. citizenship is required
• Must possess a valid driver's license
• Successful candidate will have to pass client required drug screening, background check, and motor vehicle records check

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting drilling activities, soil logging, monitoring well installation, and environmental investigation projects.
• Familiarity with groundwater, soil vapor, or remediation system operation, maintenance, and monitoring activities.
• Strong skills in field documentation, data management, and preparation of technical reports and project records.
• Ability to work effectively with clients, subcontractors, and project teams while supporting environmental health and safety compliance requirements.

Additional Information

• This position does not offer relocation
• This position does not include sponsorship for United States work authorization

At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.

About AECOM

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com.

What makes AECOM a great place to work

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community—where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.