Technician I

Marine Taxonomic Services, Ltd. is an environmental consulting firm committed to providing innovative solutions for the management and protection of natural resources. Founded in 1980 and incorporated in 1993, MTS has offices in San Diego, CA; Corvallis, OR; and South Lake Tahoe, CA. We have curated a team of curious, self-motivated, and committed individuals who seek to make an impact on our immediate communities as well as contribute to the health of the planet.

Our Mission

To embody a purposeful, values-centered company whose success is built on

the success of its employees
• the ability to make an impact in the communities we serve
• and the goal to leave a legacy of improving the world we live in so future generations can live healthier, happier lives

Our People

We work hard.

We play hard.

We strive for the highest level of performance.

We learn through adversity.

We acknowledge excellence.

We are human.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• The successful Technician I (QSI GEO Hydrographic Technician) will be able to transition efficiently from one project to the next and be flexible with regards to the coordination of equipment and personnel across tasks.
• Lab work on benthic infauna samples (sorting and identification, QA/QC tasks, data entry, maintenance of chain of custody for received samples, laboratory equipment inventory)
• Field work performing marine biological assessments, under supervision as appropriate.
• Clean and maintain equipment such that projects can be mobilized efficiently and carried out safely
• Data management tasks
• Other duties in support of projects, as assigned

Professional Requirements and Certifications

• Bachelor's degree or working towards degree

The pay range for this California position is $19 per hour; however, base pay offered may be higher or lower depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience of the candidate. Full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position offered. This information is provided per California Senate Bill 1162. Base pay information is based on market location. Applicants should apply via the NV5 careers site.

NV5 offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including medical, dental, life insurance, PTO, 401(k) and professional development/advancement opportunities.

NV5 provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. NV5 complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.