Water Quality & Environmental Technician — $20/hr + ~20 hrs OT Weekly
Location: Amarillo, TX (local candidates strongly preferred)
Start Date: January 19, 2026
Duration: 5-month, project-based assignment (approximately January–June)
Schedule: Full-time with consistent overtime (approximately 60 hours per week)
Role Overview (Important to Read Before Applying)
This is a hands-on, labor-intensive field role supporting a large municipal water compliance project in Amarillo. While the project relates to environmental and drinking water initiatives, the day-to-day work is physical, repetitive, and production-focused.
This position is not lab-based and not analytical environmental science. It is best suited for candidates who are comfortable with manual labor, long hours, and outdoor work, and who want a short-term role with strong overtime earnings.
What You’ll Be Doing (Day-to-Day Reality)
- Travel street-by-street to residential and commercial locations within Amarillo
- Dig repeatedly at water meter boxes using hand tools
- Identify and document water service line and pipe materials
- Take clear, accurate photographs of exposed pipes
- Record data using GIS systems via a tablet or handheld device
- Restore each site to its original condition after inspection
- Move efficiently from site to site throughout the day
- Work as part of a buddy system with field oversight
This role involves repetitive physical tasks performed for long hours outdoors.
Schedule, Hours & Overtime
- Expect approximately 60 hours per week
- ~40 regular hours
- ~20 hours of overtime consistently
- Long workdays are standard; this is not a traditional 9–5 schedule
- Ideal for candidates seeking maximum earnings over a defined, short-term assignment
Travel & Transportation
- All work is local to Amarillo
- Technicians may:
- Use a company vehicle, or
- Use a personal vehicle (mileage reimbursed; insurance requirements apply)
Training & Experience
- No prior environmental experience required
- Onsite training provided
- Entry-level candidates are welcome if they understand and accept the physical nature of the role
Helpful but not required experience includes:
- Utility or water/wastewater work
- Construction, surveying, or manual labor roles
- Field inspection or outdoor work
Skills & Attributes Needed for Success
Hard Skills
- Ability to perform manual digging throughout the workday
- Comfort working outdoors in all weather conditions
- Ability to lift and carry up to 40 lbs of equipment
- Basic ability to use tablets, cameras, and GPS/GIS tools
- Ability to follow detailed instructions accurately and consistently
Soft Skills
- Strong attention to detail (data accuracy and photo quality matter)
- Reliability and strong work ethic
- Comfort with repetitive tasks
- Willingness to perform hands-on labor without issue
- Ability to work well with a partner and follow field supervision
What This Role Is Not
To set clear expectations:
- No laboratory work
- No environmental research or analysis
- No long-term career track tied to this assignment
This is a short-term, high-hours field role designed to complete a specific project efficiently.
Why This Role Is a Good Fit for the Right Candidate
- Consistent overtime and strong earning potential
- Clear expectations and straightforward responsibilities
- Entry point into municipal water and infrastructure projects
- Team-based field environment with support
- Defined project timeline
TCWGlobal is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on age, ethnicity, gender, nationality, religious belief, or sexual orientation.
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