About the Role
AECOM is seeking an Air Quality Monitoring Operator to join our Ambient Air Monitoring (AAM) Group in Austin, Texas. This role involves field work and monitoring responsibilities, focusing on the preparation, execution, and reporting of air monitoring sites within central Texas.
Responsibilities
- Collaborate and work as part of a team of scientists that provide air quality monitoring services.
- Work directly with instrumentation, technicians, and data validators to operate air measurement instrumentation.
- Use hand and power tools to calibrate, maintain, test, and operate air monitoring instrumentation and equipment.
- Understand and perform calibration and documentation protocols.
- Collect, organize, and prepare data for reporting.
- Travel to air monitoring locations across the United States to conduct calibrations, repairs, and perform routine preventative maintenance on air monitoring equipment.
Requirements
- B.S. degree in Environmental Science, Chemistry, Atmospheric Science, Environmental Engineering, or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.
- US citizenship is required.
- Valid U.S. Driver’s License required to visit project sites, clients, and other AECOM offices.
- Candidate must pass a Motor Vehicle Records review.
- Candidate will submit to medical surveillance screening upon hire.
- Occasional lifting of air monitoring instrumentation and other ancillary equipment weight up to 50 pounds, unassisted.
Skills
- Experience with ambient air monitoring data and analyzers.
- Experience with instrumentation operation and repairs.
- Environmental sampling experience.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
- Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
- Excellent organizational, time management, and interpersonal skills.
- Aptitude for working independently and within a team.
Location
- Austin, Texas
- US - Austin, TX - 13640 Briarwick Dr
Work Type
- On-Site
Experience Level
- Up to 60% travel
Education Level
- B.S. degree in Environmental Science, Chemistry, Atmospheric Science, Environmental Engineering, or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.
Salary/Compensations
- USD 55000 - USD 65000 - yearly
Benefits
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Life
- AD&D
- Disability benefits
- Paid time off
- Leaves of absences
- Voluntary benefits
- Perks
- Flexible work options
- Well-being resources
- Employee assistance program
- Business travel insurance
- Service recognition awards
- Retirement savings plan
- Employee stock purchase plan
About the Company
- AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world.
- As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings.
- Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management.
- AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025.
- You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions.
- Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future.
- With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact.
- Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned.
- Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community—where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.
Equal Opportunity
- As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it.
- All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
