BROAD JOB FUNCTIONS - FIELD SERVICES

Drill boreholes for environmental investigation.
Follow and/or modify sampling grids.
Interpret blueprints and maps.
Collect samples (i.e., air, water, soil, waste).
Label, preserve and store samples.
Follow standard operating procedures.
Follow chain-of-custody procedures.
Follow established quality control procedures.
Decontaminate equipment.
Calibrate, operate, troubleshoot, repair and maintain equipment.
Perform field/mobile lab analytical tests (e.g., immunoassay, colorimetric, portable instruments).
Maintain accurate records.
Properly handle investigative wastes.
Restore site to pre-investigative conditions.
Select and use proper personal protective equipment for site conditions.
Evaluate and monitor health and safety conditions.
Initiate emergency response actions.
Follow and apply local, state, and federal environmental regulations.
Assess and document field conditions (hydrologic, soil, and geologic conditions) and man-made features.
Collect data.
Photograph site conditions and activities.
Survey property boundaries, features and sampling locations by Global Positioning System (GPS) or rod and transit.
Utilize computers and software.
Construct maps.
Research site history and potential for environmental contamination.
Prepare written reports.
Confirm utility locations.
Interact with contractors, property owner, and concerned citizens.