Environmental Science Technician

JOB OPENINGTitle: Environmental Health TechnicianLocation: Landstuhl, GermanyStart Date: ImmediatelyJob-Type: Full-TimeSUMMARYYou shall assist PHCE (Public Health Command Europe) with USAG drinking water surveillance programs. Responsible for collecting drinking water samples, determining resource requirements, preparing sample kits for missions, performing field instrument measurements, and conducting site work on U.S. Government installations per existing PHCE policies and procedures. When necessary, you shall document all field information and take photographs at the field site.QUALIFICATIONSPossess and maintain a valid Driver’s License, USAREUR driver’s license, US Army Transportation Motorpool (TMP) driver’s license, and International/EU Identity Card allowing travel within the EU for the entire term of serviceGraduate of an Environmental Science Specialist/Technician Course from a postsecondary vocational/trade school or an Associate's or Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited university in Environmental Technology or Engineering. Exceptions are authorized by the Director, EHS or Chief, Environmental Health Engineering, PHCE through a review of a bona fide occupational qualification (BFOQ) and through the Regional Health Contracting Office- EuropeMinimum of one year experience in water samplingSkilled in the English language verbal and written communication to successfully present and document technical information obtained during sampling activities as well as communicate with customers and supervisorsKnowledge of environmental concepts principles and practices in drinking water quality; groundwater and surface water.Knowledge, ability, and skill in the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) including, but not limited to, hearing protection, eye protection, protective gloves, and respirators, in laboratory and field environmentsAbility to read maps and navigate to US installations in the PHCE area of responsibilityAbility to operate field equipment including but not limited to Spectrophotometer, colorimeter, GPS, pH/conductivity meterAbility to lift up to 40 pounds of equipment; to push/pull equipment carts; walk on uneven terrain, stand for long periods, and kneel, stand, bend, and reach during field missionsSkilled in drinking water sample collection techniquesJOB DESCRIPTIONConduct quality control (QC) and calibration activities on portable water quality analytical equipment before use in a field environment. Reports all issues with equipment when discoveredCommunicate with PHCE staff (i.e., engineers, scientists, technicians) as necessary to provide information on field activities and any findings from field activities or work in the office. Also assists parallel staff as neededOperate government electronic equipment, computers, and computing systemsShall operate a government vehicle such as a car/pickup truck/step van. You are also responsible for providing at least the minimum level of insurance as required for contract employees authorized to drive a Government Vehicle car/pick truck/step van.Under minimal or no supervision while accompanied by another environmental health technician, military or civilian Government employee, travel to US installations to collect water quality samples, operate field equipment, document equipment parameters, and collect photographs of fieldwork.Assists in preparing water sample kits. Approximately 60% of work is in an office or laboratory setting. The remaining 40% of the work required for this position is in a field setting which may require temporary away from the Landstuhl, Germany areaDuties include:Collection of drinking water quality samplesQC and calibration of portable water quality equipmentDocument and submit field activity reports and photo documentationWorking in a laboratory setting to assist in preparing sample kitsEntering documentation related to drinking water quality sampling into the Government computing systemEntering documentation related to drinking water quality sampling into the Government computing systemOperate field equipment including but not limited to Spectrophotometer, colorimeter, GPS, pH/conductivity meterPlease note that this opportunity is limited to individuals located near the place of performance and in Germany, preferably associated with the US Military under SOFA status, and/or Local Nationals.DOCPER/SOFA/Logistical Support StatusThis position is not eligible for support under the NATO Status of Forces Agreement (SOFA) supplemental agreement articles 72 or 73Application Process