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Job Title: CEMS Technician

Job Description

The CEMS Technician plays a critical role in providing installation, maintenance, and operational services for Continuous Emissions Monitoring Systems (CEMS) at various industrial client sites both locally and nationwide. This position requires light traveling to client sites, sometimes spending a few days at each location, to ensure the accurate, stable, and ongoing operation of equipment. The technician is responsible for maintaining positive relationships with clients and outside agency representatives while contributing to company objectives through increased knowledge and skills.

Responsibilities

+ Perform third-party EPA air emissions testing and monitoring for industrial or manufacturing clients.

+ Transport equipment to sites using a company vehicle, and set up and break down testing equipment.

+ Record data and collect samples while ensuring equipment calibrations.

+ Assist engineers in air quality testing procedures and adhere to environmental, health, and safety protocols.

+ Organize and load testing equipment into vehicles for upcoming jobs.

+ Maintain and clean testing equipment.

+ Study for and obtain certifications for EPA Test Methods 1-5 using company resources.

+ Provide field support in an industrial setting to ensure accurate and ongoing operation of equipment.

+ Install, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain continuous emissions monitoring equipment at customer sites.

+ Perform routine and preventive maintenance on client equipment.

+ Provide technical support to clients via telephone and email.

+ Document and provide feedback on work performed to clients and internal resources.

+ Consult with clients to explore needs and develop action plans.

+ Communicate with clients to implement corrective actions when necessary.

+ Support and comply with all safety requirements associated with the position.

+ Drive company vehicles safely and responsibly.

+ Project a professional image of the company at all times.

+ Perform in-house equipment repair, fabrication, and maintenance.

+ Understand and follow company policies and procedures.

+ Render other services and duties as assigned.

Essential Skills

+ High School Diploma required.

+ 1+ year of experience in a field testing/maintenance, industrial, or physical labor role.

+ Candidates must be open to regional travel each week, staying overnight in hotels.

+ Previous experience in a field-based, hands-on position.

+ Mechanical aptitude and comfort working at heights.

+ Ability to lift up to 75 lbs to set up testing equipment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

+ B.S. Degree in Environmental Science, Geology, or related field preferred.

+ Team player mentality.

Why Work Here?

Employees receive OSHA 10-hour certification training provided and paid for by the company. The company has a long-standing relationship with employees, with a track record of successful placements and a high percentage conversion to permanent status after six months. Permanent employees receive a comprehensive benefits package, including full medical, dental, and vision coverage, a 401k with a 3% match, two weeks of PTO, nine paid holidays, and more.

Work Environment

The work environment involves fieldwork at industrial sites such as power plants, steel mills, refineries, and manufacturing plants. Many jobs require setting up tests at heights ranging from 100 to 400 feet above ground level, where temperatures are lower and winds are higher, necessitating extra layers of clothing. Workdays in the field typically range from 8 to 10+ hours, whereas warehouse days are 8 hours. Team sizes vary from 3 to 20 members depending on the project. Attire includes jeans, long-sleeve t-shirts, boots, coats, and stocking caps for colder months. The role requires flexibility with travel, ranging from single-day jobs to week-long assignments, with occasional weekend work. Consistency of work can vary due to weather conditions, with warehouse or home office work available during inclement weather or slower seasons. Larger projects may require extended hours, up to 60 hours per week, including site work and paid travel time.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $39.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job

classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be

subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits

available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision

• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital

• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available

• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)

• Short and long-term disability

• Health Spending Account (HSA)

• Transportation benefits

• Employee Assistance Program

• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Addison,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on May 15, 2025.

About Aerotek:

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.