Environmental Technician

Finding a better way.

At CHA, we believe in the power of clean water, resilient energy, safer roads, and structures that harmoniously blend with their surroundings. We create solutions. We help People. We improve our world. At CHA, we embed ourselves in our communities - and take pride in improving things where we live. At the foundation is a commitment to inclusion and diversity and choosing to treat everyone with dignity and respect. We also take accountability for making decisions that promote sustainability in our business and our designs. We are on a mission to reduce our environmental footprint and bring greener solutions to our clients. We are responsibly creating a more sustainable future in ways that we can all see and touch. Together. Every day.

CHA Consulting, Inc. is currently seeking an Environmental Technician to join our Power & Manufacturing – Environmental Team at our office in Colonie, NY.

CHA’s engineers, ecologists and scientists partner with clients to develop practical solutions that strike the right balance between environmental sustainability, community needs and cost. We’re uniquely qualified to assist with environmental services from initial site characterization through remediation.  CHA draws on the expertise of technical professionals with decades of practical experience in environmental site assessment, brownfield remediation, and mitigation techniques.

The Environmental Technician assists with field sampling, survey and assessment activities, research, preparation, and creation of various types of reports. The professional in this role collaborates with Project Manager and Scientists on multiple projects in a timely and cost-effective manner to meet client, contractual and company requirements.

Our Environmental Technician performs data analysis, documents weekly/monthly activities for reporting purposes, and assists in the preparation of investigative reports, including tables and figures. This individual assists with completion of permits and positively interfaces with clients and regulatory agencies.

At CHA, you can build a career and find your passion across our diverse business lines and project teams. Being part of CHA means being part of a team of talented professionals, where you’ll find support for your career growth and the opportunity to impact our industry and our communities. Find your “why” at CHA!

• Associate Degree in Environmental Science or related field required
• No prior experience required; however, prior internships and/or applicable coursework preferred
• Experience with ArcMap or basic GIS Mapping, AutoCAD, and/or Revit is a plus
• Demonstrates a strong willingness to learn about the respective scientific discipline
• Demonstrates and promotes a positive attitude with a strong ability to work in a team environment
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Must be able to perform work in the field through a variety of different conditions
• Valid US driver’s license required; must have reliable vehicle and be willing to travel to project sites
• NYSDOL Asbestos Project Monitor License or NYS Asbestos Inspection required
• Project Designer certification is a plus
• NYS Mold Assessor certification preferred

$26.44 - $31.25

Salary is based on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, training, and fair market evaluation based on industry standards. 

At CHA, we work every day to create solutions, help people, and improve our world, committed to creating and fostering excellence in our diverse and highly talented teams. Our teams continually strive to find better ways – always searching, never settling – to achieve extraordinary results. Our values around hiring, training, and community engagement reflect a company culture that is inclusive and forward leaning, always pushing the limits of what is possible.

We as an organization celebrate the values of inclusion and equality, and advocate for the full participation of all people in an environment free of discrimination. To support these values, we invite all qualified applicants to be considered for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.