Entry-Level Field Tech - Minneapolis Field Air/Stack Sampling

Shift

Monday - Friday 7 a.m. - 4 p.m. with high probability of overtime and occasional weekend hours

Are you ready to work making the world a safer, healthier place? Join our mission to continuously move science forward; to innovate and advance all aspects of our business to improve the health and safety of our communities and lives.

Join Pace® as a Stack Tester / Field Technician - Start Your Career in Environmental Science!

• Location: Minneapolis, MN
• Job Type: Full-Time
• Compensation: $22.50/hr

Shift: Monday - Friday, 7 AM - 4 PM, with high probability of overtime and occasional weekend hours

Ready to launch a career where science meets adventure?

Pace® Analytical Services, a leader in environmental testing and scientific services, is looking for an energetic, hands-on individual to join our Field Air Sampling Team in Minneapolis, MN as an Entry-Level Stack Tester (Field Technician).

At Pace®, we're more than a lab-we're a team of passionate professionals working together to protect the environment and public health. In this role, you'll play a critical part in monitoring and measuring air emissions across the U.S., helping our industrial and government clients stay in compliance and reduce their environmental impact.

What You'll Do

• Travel across the U.S. to provide onsite stack testing services.
• Use cutting-edge scientific equipment to collect and analyze air emissions such as particulates, metals, acid gases, sulfur gases, and volatile organic compounds.
• Work at elevated heights on stacks and rooftops, physically mobilizing gear-think of it as science meets fieldwork adventure.
• Perform sampling following EPA, NIOSH, and OSHA protocols and our internal QA guidelines.
• Interact directly with clients, work collaboratively with your team, and contribute to real-world environmental compliance.

Who You Are

• Physically capable and comfortable working outdoors in all weather and at high elevations.
• Have a valid driver's license (clean driving record); trailer experience is a plus.
• Not afraid of heights-bonus points if you've worked in elevated settings before.
• Strong communicator and problem-solver who works well independently or with a team.
• Able to multitask in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment.
• Basic computer and math skills required; you'll be calculating flow rates, percentages, and more.

Education & Experience

• High School Diploma required; AS/BS in Environmental Science or a related field preferred.
• Relevant work or field experience is a bonus-but if you're driven to learn, we're excited to train you!

Perks & Benefits

• 401(k) with company match
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Disability Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Paid Time Off + Overtime Opportunities
• Paid Travel Expenses
• QSTI Certification Assistance
• Career growth opportunities within Pace's nationwide network

Schedule & Travel

• Schedule based on client needs - Full time Monday through Friday with High probability of Overtime
• Frequent overnight travel (50%+ of the time)
• Occasional weekend hours with rate shift differential
• Fieldwork includes outdoor environments and heights

• Start your journey in environmental science today.
• Whether you're fresh out of school or looking to pivot into a meaningful career, this is your chance to grow with a company that's committed to science, service, and sustainability.
• Apply now and help Pace® protect what matters most-our environment and our future.
• Find Your Place at Pace - We need you - your curiosity, your talents, and your drive - to help us advance this important work.

Benefits

When you join Pace®, you commit to work that makes a positive impact on our communities and our world. We commit to supporting you with benefits and perks that make a positive impact on your life.

Full-time roles are eligible for our comprehensive benefits program which includes competitive salaries, medical, dental vision, 401K retirement savings plan (100% vested immediately in the employer match), life, disability and voluntary benefits, paid time off for holiday, sick and vacation days, HSA, wellness program, flexible spending accounts, tuition reimbursement, Employee Assistance program, parental leave, optional legal coverage and ID theft.