Environmental Technician

We are seeking a motivated and hardworking Field Geologist to join our environmental and geotechnical drilling team. You will work alongside a Lead Driller to operate drilling rigs, collect soil and groundwater samples, and install monitoring equipment. This physical role requires outdoor field work, strong mechanics, and a commitment to strict safety standards.

Duties:

• Creation of Boring Logs: Accurately describe soil types, document ground water depths, illustrate monitoring well diagrams and produce field logs, peer review field logs before sending them to clients.
• Assist with underground utility call outs to U-Dig NY.
• Assist with creation of Health and Safety Plans.
• Responsible for paperwork: daily unit reports, boring logs, HASP, tailgate safety meetings and other various paperwork on occasion.
• Rig Setup & Operation: Assist the Lead Driller in mobilizing, positioning, and setting up hollow-stem auger and direct-push (Geoprobe) drilling rigs.
• Sampling & Logging: Handle down-hole tools to collect high-quality soil cores and groundwater samples using split-spoon and Shelby tube methods.
• Well Installation: Assist in constructing and installing groundwater monitoring wells, piezometers, and vapor pins.
• Decontamination: Execute meticulous cleaning protocols on all sampling tools and drill rods between boreholes to prevent cross-contamination.
• Maintenance & Repair: Perform daily preventative maintenance, greasing, and minor mechanical repairs on rigs, pumps, and support equipment.
• Site Restoration: Mix and pump bentonite grout to seal boreholes and restore surfaces with asphalt or concrete patches.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in geology or closely related field
• Experience: 1+ years of experience in environmental, geotechnical, or construction drilling preferred (will train the right candidate).
• Physical Stamina: Ability to lift up to 75 lbs repeatedly, stand for long periods, and work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• License: Valid Driver's License with a clean driving record (CDL Class A or B is a major plus).
• Certifications: OSHA 40-Hour HAZWOPER certification is highly desirable but not required at hire.
• Travel: Willingness to travel overnight for regional projects as required.

Benefits

Compensation & Benefits

• Hourly Wage: $22.00 - $28.00 per hour (commensurate with experience and CDL licensing). The specific salary offered may be influenced by a variety of factors including but not limited to the candidate's relevant experience, education, and work location.
• Travel Per Diem: $65.00 daily allowance for meals and incidentals during overnight regional projects.
• Lodging: 100% company-paid, single-occupancy hotel rooms for all out-of-town assignments.
• Health & Wellness: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Retirement: 401(k) enrollment with up to a company match.
• Paid Time Off: 2 weeks of accrued PTO plus 6 paid national holidays per year.
• Gear Allowance: $150 annual voucher for steel-toed work boots and company-provided safety gear (PPE)

Body, mind, and wallet - LaBella’s benefits support a holistic approach to your health and wellness, creating the foundation for physical, mental, and financial well-being. Our benefit offerings cover the must-haves (healthcare and retirement), the just-in-cases (insurances and employee assistance programs), and the cherry-on-tops (fitness reimbursements, year-end incentive pay, and tuition assistance). Visit our website for more details on benefits listed below.

• Flexible Work Schedule
• Health/Dental Insurance
• 401k Plan with Employer Match
• Paid Parental Leave
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Profit Sharing
• Paid Time Off
• Leadership Development Program
• Fitness Reimbursement
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Referral Bonus Program
• Wellness Program
• Team Building Events
• Community Service Events

LaBella is committed to facilitating a culture where diversity, equity, and inclusion are respected, valued, and celebrated by implementing thoughtful, practical, and innovative strategies that support our employees and serve the communities in which we reside. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws. LaBella Associates does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiting professionals or agencies, nor do we accept resumes from any source that does not reference a specific, open position. LaBella Associates will not be responsible for any fees arising from the use of resume submitted by recruiting professionals or agencies that do not have a current placement fee agreement with LaBella Associates. All initial communication with recruiting professionals or agencies must go through human resources.