Senior Field Technician

HRP Associates Inc•Clifton Park, NY

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About The Position

As a Senior Field Technician at HRP, you’ll lead field activities for environmental, health, and safety projects, ensuring high‑quality data collection, safe work practices, and smooth project execution. You’ll work closely with project managers, supervise junior field staff, and serve as a reliable technical resource in the field. This role is ideal for someone who thrives outdoors, enjoys problem‑solving, and is ready to take on greater responsibility. This position may be based in either Clifton Park, NY or Buffalo, NY.

Requirements

High school diploma required; associate degree or technical training in environmental science, geology, engineering, or a related field preferred
4+ years of environmental field experience
Strong understanding of environmental sampling methods and field procedures
Ability to lead field teams and coordinate field activities
Excellent communication, organization, and problem‑solving skills
Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and perform physically active tasks
Experience with field instrumentation, pumps, meters, and sampling equipment
Travel to job sites, including occasional overnight travel for up to a week at a time
Valid driver’s license
OSHA 40‑hour HAZWOPER certification is a plus (or willingness to obtain)

Responsibilities

Lead field sampling programs for soil, groundwater, surface water, and air
Oversee environmental site assessments, remediation activities, and monitoring programs
Train and mentor junior field technicians and assist with task planning
Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot field instruments and monitoring equipment
Ensure accurate data collection, documentation, and chain‑of‑custody procedures
Conduct site inspections, equipment setup, and field logistics coordination
Communicate field conditions, progress, and findings to project managers
Support health and safety compliance by modeling and enforcing HRP’s safety protocols
Assist with preparation of field summaries, logs, and technical documentation