Environmental Technician 1

About Atlas

Atlas is a trusted leader in environmental and infrastructure consulting services; we provide services that enable communities to flourish and thrive. With a team of 3,500 employees and offices throughout the US, we combine local expertise and a network of relationships to deliver solutions to both public and private clients. Our services help improve the quality of life in the communities where we live and work. We always aim for smart, safe, and sustainable results. At Atlas we understand that our future is everyone’s responsibility, and we create a better experience at every stage of a project.

Job Description

As an Environmental Technician I, you’ll support environmental investigation and remediation projects across the Pittsburgh area. This is a field-focused role where you’ll collect environmental samples, document site conditions, and help ensure projects meet regulatory and safety standards.

You’ll work alongside experienced professionals, gaining hands-on exposure to environmental fieldwork while contributing to meaningful projects that protect natural resources and communities.

Join a dynamic, value-driven, client- and community-focused environment where your work creates a lasting positive impact for the people and communities we serve.

Core Responsibilities

• Perform field sampling of groundwater, soil, surface water, sediment, and air

• Support drilling and monitoring activities, including soil borings and well installation

• Collect, record, and manage environmental data accurately and safely

• Operate field equipment and assist with maintenance of remediation systems

• Assist with mapping and field documentation using GPS and related tools

• Support preparation of field reports and data summaries for project teams

You’ll thrive here if you have

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, geology, biology, chemistry, or related field

• 0–2 years of relevant field or internship experience

• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel to project sites (including overnight travel)

• Ability to work outdoors in varying conditions and navigate active job sites

• Strong attention to detail when collecting and documenting data

• OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER certification (or ability to obtain)

• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office; familiarity with GIS tools is a plus

What you can expect from us

The A-Team Experience is our employee program focused on helping our people thrive professionally, personally and as part of a community. We trust our people to do great work and live fulfilling lives, and we provide resources that care for our people, both at work and in life:

• Health & Wellness: We offer medical, dental and vision coverage with multiple plan options, including no-cost employee-only medical coverage.

• Time Off & Family Support: We offer vacation time, paid holidays, sick & safety leave (SSL) and paid parental leave

• Retirement: We help employees plan for the future with a 401(k) and company match.

• Insurance: To provide protection and peace of mind, we offer Life, AD&D (Accidental Death & Dismemberment) and Disability insurance.

• Safety Program: We are committed to safety as part of our ‘quality of life’ core value, and we provide approved PPE at no cost and reimbursement for prescription safety glasses and protective footwear.

• Learning & Development: We provide clear career paths, learning resources and development programs allowing you to see how you can grow and advance within the company. We offer internal certifications on specific skills and support external credentials through tuition reimbursement.

• Belonging: We support Employee Communities (ECs), voluntary, employee-led groups that create connections, belonging and shared purposes.

• Flexibility: May vary by project demands and regional workloads, but we are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to help employees manage their personal and professional responsibilities.

Our people and our culture are central to our work. Our values bring us together, create a sense of belonging and give us purpose. They guide how we make decisions, how we work as a team and how we serve our clients.

• Life: We enhance the quality of life. We value people and safety above all else.