FT / PT Status – Full-Time
Salary – $17.00 – $19.00 Hourly Wage
Remote Work / In-Office – In-Office / On-Site
Recruiter – Coral Ortega | caortega@utah.gov | 801-538-4624
Application Deadline – 4/16/2026
Are you passionate about protecting our environment and ready to gain hands-on experience in the field? The Division of Water Quality (DWQ) is looking for four motivated Water Quality Technicians to join our Monitoring Section for the 2026 season.
This isn’t just a summer job—it’s a front-row seat to essential environmental science. You will work side-by-side with our Environmental Scientists, playing a crucial role in collecting the data that protects our state’s most vital resource.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist with field monitoring activities with Monitoring Section Staff
- Collects, organizes, and review water quality data and samples
- Delivers field samples to appropriate labs
- Follows quality assurance procedures including standard operating procedures and field manuals
Qualifications
- Work experience or educational background related to watershed sciences
- Professional experience with working in a field-based setting
- Skills include knowledge in physical, chemical, and biological dynamics of water quality monitoring
- Experience with operating scientific monitoring equipment
- Experience with operating 4WD vehicles, boats, and towing trailers
- Ability to get along with a diversity of personalities and maintain a positive attitude under stressful situations
- Flexible schedule and able to travel overnight frequently
- Must have a valid drivers license
About the Role
Location –
195 North 1950 West
Salt Lake City, Utah, 84116
United States
Background Check Required – Yes
Drug Test Required – No
Schedule Code – TL – Time limited
Why You Should Join Our Team
In Utah, we believe hard work is important, but balance is essential. Finding work/life balance is a vital element to our culture. To find out more about WHY Utah, click here. Other benefits may include:
- Job Stability: Enjoy the security and reliability of employment within a well-established organization.
- Career Growth: Develop valuable skills and gain opportunities for leadership within a large organization.
- Meaningful Work: Contribute to an important service that benefits the community and supports organizational goals.
- Supportive Work Environment: Be part of a team that values cooperation, strong work ethics, and mutual support.
The Agency
For more information about the Department of Environmental Quality and the Division of Water Quality, click here.
EEO Statement
The State of Utah is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. For accommodations, please contact (801) 957-9390.
