Environmental Technician

Environmental Technician

Job Locations

US-NH-Bedford

ID

2024-4492

Category

Science

Type

Temporary Full-Time

Career Stage Type

Experienced
• of Openings

1

Overview

ABOUT THE POSITION

VHB's Bedford, NH office is looking for an Environmental Technician to join our team for the Summer of 2024.

Responsibilities

Provide permit compliance monitoring including weekly progress reports for utility projects after internal training provided;
Assist mobile data collection as part of wetland delineation fieldwork;
Assist with threatened and endangered species surveys;
Assist with plant identification and vegetation inventory;
Assist with water quality monitoring fieldwork and data processing;
Perform GPS collection using mobile technology, and perform data management;
Perform analysis using GIS and geodatabases, and develop basic maps and figures;
Perform data entry, research, and analysis;
Assist with writing and technical reporting;
Assist with environmental permitting support.

Basic Qualifications

0-2 years of training as an Environmental Technician
High school diploma or GED
Willing to frequently work outdoors, both in remote locations and on construction sites, with variable terrain and weather conditions;
Experience with identifying and characterizing regional plant species, soil profiles, wildlife, habitats, and/or ecological communities preferred
Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills;
Ability to independently manage multiple tasks and interact appropriately and positively with teammates;
Self-motivated with attention to detail;
Good time management skills;
Ability to work under deadlines in a fast-paced environment and a capability to prioritize tasks;
A working knowledge of MS Word, Excel, Adobe PDF, and similar programs.

Preferred Qualifications

The ideal candidate may also:

Associate degree in environmental science or relevant discipline a plus
Have relevant environmental coursework or field work experience related to the natural sciences;
Experience in developing and managing documentation and data analysis;
Experience utilizing ArcGIS and related mobile data collection applications;
Ability to read and comprehend project engineering drawings and documentation

We are VHB! We're an inspired and innovative team of engineers, scientists, planners, and designers who partner with clients in the transportation, real estate, institutional, and energy industries, as well as federal, state, and local governments. Our work helps improve mobility, enhance communities, and contribute to economic vitality. We do this while balancing development and infrastructure needs with stewardship of our environment.

Our people make us great! VHB provides a differentiating employee experience, which includes:

Diverse and inclusive culture of collaboration and innovation
Opportunity to work on complex, transformational projects
Community and social responsibility as sustainable stewards
Focus on learning, development, and career growth
Best-in-class benefits, including flexible, hybrid workplace

We are consistently rated one of the top AEC firms to work for across our 30+ offices on the East Coast. We're growing, and we hope you'll join us!

VHB is a proud Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. Since our founding, we have intentionally fostered a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion-supported by deep-rooted core values, one of which is diversity. All individuals receive consideration for employment based on their qualifications without discrimination for race/ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, pregnancy, marital status, or any other basis protected by law.

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