About Careertakes

👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, State Government — Environmental Protection.

Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.

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What You’ll Do

This is an entry-level technical field role supporting ambient air monitoring and data quality in the Office of Air Monitoring. This position performs hands-on site work and routine data review to ensure high-quality, legally defensible air monitoring data. Key responsibilities include:

• Operate, inspect, and maintain ambient air monitoring sites and associated instrumentation.
• Perform routine instrument calibrations, preventive maintenance, and minor repairs to meet vendor and regulatory performance standards.
• Collect, poll, and review hourly monitoring data and calibration/power reports; identify and correct data issues.
• Perform sample filter checks/changes and maintain sample manifolds and site HVAC systems (clean/replace filters).
• Maintain detailed logs, checklists, and standard operating procedures (SOPs) for equipment operations, maintenance, calibration, and repairs.
• Participate in performance/system audits, assist with software/hardware enhancements, and prepare monthly/quarterly data reports.
• Conduct siting reviews and document observations that could impact data completeness or quality.
• Travel within assigned territory as needed; perform routine field visits and coordinate with team members and supervisors.

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Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge of physical and natural sciences and basic principles of electronics/electricity as applied to monitoring instruments.
• Skilled with electronic/electrical test equipment and interpreting schematic drawings and mechanical blueprints.
• Ability to troubleshoot, test, repair, calibrate, and maintain analog and digital instruments and electro-mechanical systems.
• Strong basic math skills and the ability to analyze and interpret technical data.
• Proficient with personal computers and standard software used for data review and reporting.
• Strong problem-solving, documentation, and technical report writing skills.
• Ability to plan, organize, and prioritize multiple assignments; work independently and as part of a team.
• Effective oral and written communication skills and ability to work with diverse technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Physical ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.

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Minimum Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel on state business.
• At least four years of verifiable related experience, OR a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university. Post-secondary degrees may substitute for required experience on a year-for-year basis.
• Successful completion of background screening — this role is designated as a Position of Special Trust and will require background checks.
• NOTE: This posting indicates INTERNAL AGENCY ONLY. Only applicants eligible under the client’s internal hiring rules should apply.

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Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: $45,000 - $48,000 annually (commensurate with experience).
• Competitive state employee benefits including health, dental, vision, life insurance options, retirement plan contributions, annual and sick leave, paid holidays, tuition waivers, and other programs.
• Additional total compensation details and benefits information available via the client’s employee resources.

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Where You’ll Work & Travel

• Primary location: Tallahassee, FL (work includes field monitoring in the Forgotten Coast Territory and other areas as assigned).
• Field work is required — routine site visits, travel within territory, and occasional work at remote monitoring shelters.
• Typical working conditions include outdoor site visits, shop/maintenance tasks, and office-based data review.

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Additional Information & Hiring Notes

• The role supports public-sector environmental monitoring. Applicants should be able to work under regulatory and quality-assurance requirements to produce legally defensible monitoring data.
• The client is committed to recruiting veterans and individuals with disabilities. Reasonable accommodations are available under the Americans with Disabilities Act; applicants should notify the hiring authority or HR as early as possible.
• The client maintains a drug-free workplace and may require reasonable-suspicion testing in accordance with applicable laws and policies.
• Veterans’ preference and internal agency hiring rules may apply; supporting documentation will be required where applicable.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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