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GHD

Catalyzes regional engineering and construction innovation

Environmental Field Technician Senior

Full-TimeUpdated on 10/23/2026
No salary listed
Senior
Albuquerque, NM, USA+2 moreMore locations: Taos, NM, USA | Borger, TX, USA
In PersonField work and projects throughout the region; role based in Taos, NM.
Architecture & Civil EngineeringEnvironmental Engineering

About the job

Requirements
  • A high school diploma or GED is required.
  • At least five years of environmental field experience is required.
  • Good electrical and mechanical maintenance and troubleshooting skills are required.
  • Ability and willingness to perform field work is required.
  • Ability and willingness to work overtime as required is required.
  • A valid driver's license and clear driving record are required.
Responsibilities
  • Operate and maintain soil and groundwater remediation systems, including mechanical and electrical troubleshooting and maintenance, data collection, site inspections and system performance sampling, equipment and chemical inventory, and jobsite housekeeping.
  • Perform field sampling of soil, groundwater, surface water, sediment, vapor, and other media in accordance with applicable standards.
  • Collect detailed field notes and communicate orally about field work.
  • Coordinate with contractors and service providers and oversee contractor activities.
  • Provide support and oversight to other field activities as needed.
  • Coordinate with the project team, local stakeholders, and clients.
Desired Qualifications
  • A college degree, especially in an environmental-related field such as geology, wastewater operations, or environmental science, is a plus.
  • OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER certification is a plus.

About the company

ECRi Hub is a collaboration platform by GHD and the Queensland Government that connects engineers, construction and resources startups, researchers, and businesses to develop and commercialize new technologies. It provides space and programs, including the Business Mentoring for Innovation, to guide regional innovators through product development and market entry. It differentiates itself through GHD’s industry expertise, government support, and a clear focus on accelerating commercialization within its sector. Its goal is to boost innovation and drive economic growth and competitiveness for Queensland and Australia by turning ideas into market-ready solutions.

Company Size

201-500

Company Stage

Grant

Total Funding

$300K

Headquarters

Mittagong, Australia

Founded

1927

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What believers are saying

  • GHD won 2026 recognition for hydrogen blending, dam removal, smart roundabouts, and Indigenous projects.
  • Headcount reached about 17,197 in March 2026, and 2026 job postings rose 59.7 percent.
  • Queensland's ECRi Hub partnership keeps GHD embedded with government-funded innovation and regional commercialization pipelines.

What critics are saying

  • GHD UK flagged 2025 cuts near 10 percent, hitting environment, contamination, geotechnical, and waste teams.
  • Integration risk is immediate after Bowman Engineering's May 2026 acquisition; client churn can follow overlapping cultures.
  • The strongest existential threat is margin compression across commoditized consulting, forcing deeper layoffs and retreat from weaker markets.

What makes GHD unique

  • Employee-owned GHD bought Bowman Engineering in Texas on May 20, 2026, deepening local transport expertise.
  • GHD's 165 offices across five continents give it cross-border delivery scale rivals struggle to match.
  • Its WA100 rank rose from 42 to 39 in 2026, signaling design-market credibility.

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Benefits

  • Flexible Work Hours
  • Paid Vacation
  • 401(k) Company Match

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May 21st, 2026
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