• Environmental Field Technician

    Actalent (Portsmouth, VA)


    Job Title: Environmental Field Technician

    Job Description

    Join a dynamic team as an Environmental Field Technician, where you will execute specific asbestos, demolition, and environmental abatement tasks. Your role will involve cleaning and preparing project sites, working off ladders, lifts, or scaffolding, and operating mechanical equipment, hand tools, and power tools. We are seeking a dedicated professional who can understand and follow directions while maintaining a strong focus on safety at all times.

    Responsibilities

    + Supervise and direct field crews and subcontractors.

    + Coordinate onsite work to ensure project completion in a safe and efficient manner.

    + Implement project-specific work plans and manage crew labor and equipment time to maximize productivity and meet budgets.

    + Communicate professionally with clients and oversee the delivery and off-loading of supplies and materials.

    + Complete daily field reports and maintain a high standard of safety and quality.

    Essential Skills

    + Minimum of 2 years of construction experience.

    + Experience in the environmental field, including asbestos abatement and environmental remediation.

    + Asbestos Worker Certification is required.

    + Experience with construction hand tools and working outside in all weather conditions.

     

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

     

    + OSHA 10 or higher construction training preferred; willingness to obtain certification within 30 days of hire if not current.

    + Experience in demolition, site assessment, PFAS, lead, report writing, industrial hygiene, asbestos inspection, and sample collection.

    + Excellent communication skills, organized, hardworking, and motivated.

    + Strong team player with a positive attitude.

    + Ability to pass a pre-employment post-offer physical.

    Work Environment

    This position is onsite in Norfolk, VA, supporting Federal Shipyard work. The role requires coordinating actions with other workers on busy construction sites, completing work projects on time, and maintaining regular and prompt attendance. You must be able to pick up construction debris and occasionally lift 50 lbs. The work involves sitting for prolonged periods with occasional standing and walking. Enjoy benefits such as 2 weeks of PTO, up to 8 federal holidays or 56 hours of sick time, and growth opportunities to advance into Supervisor and Project Manager roles.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Portsmouth, VA.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $24.00 - $26.00/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 Portsmouth,VA.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Jan 30, 2026.

    About Actalent

    Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

     

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

     

    If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.