Water Resources Monitoring Technician – Entry Level – 3+ Years (Hybrid)

Barr Engineering Co • Minneapolis, MN

2d • $33 - $40 • Hybrid

About The Position

Barr is seeking a water resources monitoring technician to join our Minneapolis team. The person in this position will work with a diverse team of engineers and scientists, completing water resources and related technical field assignments. The person in this position will provide field-based technical support for the organization’s water resources monitoring program. The role focuses on assisting with the design, implementation, operation, and continuous improvement of water quality and hydrologic monitoring efforts across stormwater systems, streams, ponds, wetlands, lakes, and reservoirs. The position is primarily field-oriented, with additional responsibilities related to instrumentation oversight, data quality assurance, and contributing technical expertise to planning and analysis efforts. The ideal candidate will bring extensive hands-on field experience, strong problem-solving skills, strong communication skills, and demonstrated expertise with surface water monitoring instrumentation and field methods. This role functions as a field technician and technical resource for water resources monitoring activities. Fieldwork may involve short-term and potentially out-of-town assignments. A hybrid work arrangement may be considered for this position. A hybrid work arrangement refers to splitting time worked between a Barr office and a home office. This position is based out of Barr's Minneapolis, Minnesota, office. Travel requirement: regular travel to field and client sites during peak season. Willingness to travel and periodically adjust personal schedule to meet project and team needs . Work e nvironment : ability to work outdoors in a wide range of weather conditions and terrain . Candidates must be able to perform job duties with or without reasonable accommodation.

Requirements

• Education: bachelor’s degree in water resources, environmental science, hydrology, ecology, natural resources, or a related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience: minimum of three years of experience in environmental or water resources fieldwork. Demonstrated experience with water quality monitoring equipment and field sampling methods. Strong troubleshooting skills related to field instrumentation. Ability to work independently in field settings and mentor others. Willingness and ability to regularly travel for field work.
• Driver’s l icense: possession of a current, valid d river’s l icense and acceptable driving record.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship by Barr , now or in the future.

Nice To Haves

• 5 or more years of experience in surface water monitoring or related fieldwork.
• Experience leading field teams or serving as a technical resource for monitoring programs.
• Experience with hydrologic or water quality data analysis.
• Familiarity with aquatic ecology, lake management, or aquatic plant management.

Responsibilities

• Field monitoring and sampling: conduct routine and event-based monitoring of surface water, stormwater, lakes, wetlands, and reservoirs, including in - situ measurement of key water quality parameters. Collect and manage water samples in accordance with established protocols and safety requirements, while documenting site conditions and factors influencing water quality.
• Instrumentation and system monitoring: serve as a technical resource for water monitoring instrumentation and field systems, including installation, configuration, calibration, troubleshooting, and maintenance of monitoring equipment. Ensure data quality and field efficiency through equipment diagnostics, documentation, and evaluation of emerging monitoring technologies, recommending improvements to monitoring networks as needed.
• Aquatic ecology: support aquatic community monitoring (e.g., macroinvertebrates, fish), including field data collection, observations and surveys. Document biological indicators, habitat conditions, and vegetation trends as part of monitoring efforts.

Benefits

• Competitive, affordable insurance plans: Medical, dental, vision, life, disability, accidental death insurance, and flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care
• Retirement benefits: 401(k) retirement savings plan with company contribution and an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) with company contribution in Barr stock
• Profit distribution: Barr has a "no retained earnings" model and distributes all profit to our employees through our annual bonus distribution plan, ESOP, and dividends to shareholders
• Professional development benefits: Annual time and expense allowances, mentorship program, and many internal training opportunities
• Work/life balance: Paid time off, holidays, overtime for non-exempt/hourly staff, and compensatory time for exempt/salaried staff (time off or pay for extra time worked), paid family leave
• Wellness focus: Ergonomic analysis and equipment, Personal Protective Equipment allowance, wellbeing-focused educational opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees