Entry-Level Environmental Technician - Seasonal

Entry-Level Environmental Technician - Seasonal

Requisition Number: 2025-1050-15

Are you seeking a challenging opportunity to learn with a firm committed to our employees and providing high-quality service to our clients? S&ME is looking for an eager and dedicated seasonal Entry-Level Environmental Technician to join our Environmental team in Raleigh, North Carolina.

At S&ME, we have a history of delivering innovative geotechnical, civil, environmental, and construction material testing for over 50 years. Over the decades, we have grown into a trusted partner for clients across various industries, including transportation, energy, water, waste management, education, government, commercial, industrial, and more. Our commitment to technical excellence and integrity has established us as a leader in our field.

Why Work at S&ME?

• Professional Growth: We believe in providing continuous learning opportunities, mentorship programs, and a supportive work environment. Let us tell you more about that!
• Innovative Projects: Join a team that works on diverse and challenging projects of all sizes and complexities, including but not limited to airports, solar farms, power plants, schools, trails, mixed-use, sports stadiums, dams, museums, and more.
• Inclusive Culture: Our culture is built on collaboration and mutual respect. We want you to want to come into the office to build relationships, laugh together, learn from each other, and enjoy the time with your teammates and colleagues.
• Work-Life Balance: We believe in a flexible working environment, allowing you and your manager to determine how you can work most effectively and collaboratively to meet your client, team, and personal commitments.
• Community Impact: Our work creates lasting, positive impacts on the communities we serve. We pride ourselves on our technical excellence, quality work and client satisfaction to continue making a difference.

About the Role:

As a seasonal entry-level Environmental Technician, you will support environmental field investigations and hazardous materials assessments under the guidance of senior staff. This entry-level role involves hands-on fieldwork, including sampling of various environmental media, and assisting with data collection and reporting. You will also be responsible for maintaining and calibrating field equipment, ensuring it is clean and operational. This position offers a valuable opportunity to gain foundational experience in environmental science while contributing to meaningful environmental protection and compliance efforts.

• Field Sampling: Collect soil, groundwater, surface water, and sediment samples following standard procedures.
• Environmental Surveys: Assist with wetland delineations, stream classifications, and identification of local plants and animals.
• Equipment Maintenance: Clean, maintain, and calibrate field equipment to ensure accurate data collection.
• Data Support: Record field observations and assist with basic reporting and data entry under supervision.

About You:

• You have a High School diploma/GED
• You have 0-2 years of related field experience
• You have effective communication, both verbally and in writing

Are You Willing and Able to:

Perform the physical demands of the position with the use of company-provided Personal Protective Equipment such as:

• Working outdoors in varying weather conditions
• Walking over rough, uneven terrain and standing for potentially up to 12 hours a day
• Routinely lifting and carrying 40-50lbs (field/laboratory samples and equipment)
• Maneuvering field equipment safely, such as a loaded wheelbarrow, on uneven ground around active construction sites

Grow With Us:

At S&ME, your career growth matters. You'll receive professional training, work on exciting projects, and be part of a company that truly invests in its people. This is more than a job; it's a chance to build a long-term career in the engineering and construction industry. S&ME provides a comprehensive benefits package to support you and your family, as well as career development resources. Come grow and thrive with us at S&ME!

• Medical, Dental & Vision Plans with HSA and FSA options
• 100% Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• 401K with Company Matching
• PTO with Rollover
• Maternity/Paternity Leave
• Employee Recognition Program
• Credential Incentive Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Company Vehicle with Fuel Card for Project-Based Work
• $2,000 Referral Bonuses & More!

Join us at S&ME!

This full-time seasonal role offers competitive pay based on experience. Candidates must comply with our Fleet Management, Substance Policy, and Reference Check requirements. Only candidates with valid employment eligibility (I-9) will be considered. Visa assistance is not available. S&ME reserves the right to hire internally or externally at any time. No candidate/recruiter calls, personal calls, or walk-ins are accepted.