Water Quality Technician

Job Overview

This role sits at the intersection of fieldwork, data, and environmental impact. At its core, you’ll own daily water quality sampling — collecting, handling, and transporting samples that are critical to understanding and validating the success of our projects. This role will also support creation and implementation of water quality sampling plans for two important nutrient removal projects.

At Sea & Shoreline, roles don’t live in silos. You’ll also support field operations, sediment and erosion control efforts, and the day-to-day needs of active project sites. This role is for someone who:

• Takes pride in doing the small things right
• Understands that data quality = project success
• Is just as comfortable in Excel and building processes as they are in the field or on the water.

Location and Travel

Based in South Florida (Okeechobee → Port St. Lucie → Jupiter / Vero Beach corridor)

Primary project work in:

• Canal Point (Lake Okeechobee)
• Lake Kissimmee
• Frequent travel to St. Lucie County laboratory (up to 4x/week)

Physical Requirements

You’ll work outdoors—in the heat, humidity, rain, and sunshine—around water, construction equipment, and boats. You should be able to:

• Lift up to 60 lbs and stay active through long days
• Navigate construction and marine environments safely
• Be confident around boats, barges, and heavy equipment
• Know your way around OSHA rules and safety practices
• Know how to tie a bowline

What You Do

Own Water Quality Sampling

• You lead daily water sampling — collecting, handling, documenting, and transporting samples with precision. Accuracy, timing, and chain of custody matter here — they directly impact the integrity of the project.
• You work safely and intentionally in the field, handling equipment and samples in ways that protect both the data and the people around you.

Turn Data Into Insight

• You manage sample data, maintain clean records, and perform basic tracking and calculations in Excel. You don’t just enter data — you pay attention to it, optimize performance, and ask questions when something doesn’t line up.
• Clear, accurate data builds trust — and you treat it that way. You catch inconsistencies, ask questions, and help ensure what we’re seeing in the field is reflected clearly and accurately.

Support the Work Beyond Sampling

• You understand this role is part of something bigger than any one task. You focus on overall water quality impacts of our projects — stepping in to support that objective and keep things moving in a way that reflects our standards and impact.
• You stay aware of your surroundings and work safely alongside crews, equipment, and active job sites.

Be Present in the Work

• This role moves between field, lab runs, and desktop reporting— and it’s all connected. Whether you’re collecting samples, delivering them, or organizing information, you stay engaged and accountable.
• Your consistency builds trust — with the team, with partners, and in the work itself.

Protect the Integrity of the Work

• You take pride in doing things the right way — even when no one’s watching.
• You follow protocols, respect environmental standards, and make decisions that protect the quality of the work and the safety of the team. For you, quality and safety go hand in hand.

Strengthen How We Work

• You keep systems tight — tracking samples, maintaining clean records, and ensuring reporting is clear and reliable. When something feels off, you raise it and help improve it.
• You look for ways to make the work safer, clearer, and more efficient over time.

Show Up for the Team

• You understand that culture is built in the day-to-day — how you communicate, follow through, and support others when things get busy. You step in where needed and help maintain a standard of quality, safety, and accountability.
• You may not lead the team, but how you show up makes the team stronger.

Who You Are

• Scientifically Grounded: You bring a degree in Biology, Marine Science, Environmental Science/Engineering, or a related field. You understand the “why” behind the work — how water quality, ecosystems, and data connect — and can apply that knowledge in real-world, field-based conditions.
• Consistent & Accountable: You show up for the team, the work, and the impact — not just the task in front of you. You follow through, communicate when something shifts, and understand that your consistency directly affects the project, the people around you, and the communities we serve.
• Field-Ready: You’re comfortable working outdoors in changing conditions, moving between sites, water, and equipment, and staying focused through long, physical days.
• Team & Mission Focused: You understand this role is part of something bigger than any one person or task. You focus on what the team and project need most in the moment — stepping in to support the work and help move it forward in ways that reflect our standards and the impact we’re making in our waterways and communities.
• Safety-Minded: You don’t treat safety as a checklist — it’s how you work. You stay aware of your surroundings, make smart decisions in the field, and look out for the people around you. You understand that working safely is essential to protecting the team, the project, and the reputation we’ve built.
• Organized & Tech-Capable: You’re confident using Excel and managing data, forms, and documentation without things slipping through the cracks.
• Curious & Observant: You don’t just collect data — you think about it. You ask questions, look for patterns, and look for ways to improve how the work gets done.
• Respond with Purpose: When challenges come up, you don’t wait — you communicate, collaborate, and help move toward solutions with a steady, practical approach.
• Plan & Adjust: You stay aware of what’s happening around you — conditions, priorities, and people — and make adjustments early to keep things on track.
• Clear Communicator: You keep information moving — whether it’s data, updates, or issues — so the team stays aligned and informed.

Bonus Points

• Experience with water quality sampling or environmental data collection
• Familiarity with FDEP Standard operating procedures (Specifically FS1000, FS2000, FS2100, FS4000, FT1000)
• Master’s or PhD in Biology, Marine Science, Environmental Science/Engineering, or a related field
• Experience with sediment and erosion control
• Florida Sediment & Erosion Control Inspector Certification
• Experience in wetlands, freshwater, or nutrient removal projects
• Exposure to agronomic calculations or soil data

What We Provide

• Competitive pay.
• Comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid Time Off (PTO), holidays, and disability insurance.
• Professional development and training opportunities.

As part of our hiring process, candidates will be required to successfully complete a background check and drug screening upon offer.

At Sea & Shoreline, we value the contributions of every team member and are dedicated to supporting your growth, both professionally and personally.