Environmental Compliance Coordinator

ArborMetrics Solutions, LLC; Richmond (VA); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Medical/Dental/Vision

401K

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Paid maternity leave

Weekly pay

Overtime opportunities

Job summary

ArborMetrics (AMS) is seeking an Environmental Compliance Coordinator to manage the environmental portion of our Distribution Transformer Inspection Program. The role blends office-based program management with field support across 32 districts and includes budget oversight and regulatory reporting.

The ideal candidate has 2–8 years in environmental management, strong communication, and proficiency in MS Word/Excel.

Qualifications

• 2–8 years in environmental management, inspections, spill response/remediation, SPCC/tank inspections, or NPDES/VPDES work.
• Excellent communication and organization skills.
• Proficiency in MS Word and Excel; ability to manage databases.

Responsibilities

• Manage the environmental portion of the Distribution Transformer Inspection Program.
• Maintain spreadsheets and databases tracking transformer status and oil contamination.
• Coordinate with Asset Management across 32 districts.
• Track spend rates and manage budgets.
• Communicate with contractors and stakeholders to remediate spills.
• Report spills to VADEQ as required.
• Dispatch spill response vendors and QA/QC cleanup.
• Make PCB/non-PCB determinations under TSCA when discovered.
• Attend in-person meetings and train team as needed.
• Support SPCC/SWPPP inspections and hazardous waste tasks.

Skills

Excellent communication

Strong organizational skills

Database management

Microsoft Word & Excel

Travel willingness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Construction Management, Forestry or related field

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

We are currently seeking an Environmental Compliance Coordinator to manage the environmental portion of a Distribution Transformer Inspection Program. The program inspects up to 40,000 underground transformers per year. This role combines office-based program management with field support and coordination of environmental compliance activities.

What We Offer

• Industry competitive pay.
• Company vehicle with a fuel card for work purposes.
• Medical/Dental/Vision/VOYA/Vacation Accrual/Paid Holidays/EAP, 401K, life insurance, short and long-term disability, Paid Maternity Leave.
• Paid Sick Time.
• Weekly Pay Cycle.
• Participation in Referral Bonus Program.
• Ongoing training and assistance with obtaining industry certifications.
• A standard 5-day, 40-hour work week, with opportunities for overtime when needed and approved.
• A hybrid schedule consisting of approximately 60% office work and 40% field work.
• Three days per week working from an office is required; remote work from home two days per week is optional.

What You Will Do

Program & Data Management

• Manage the environmental portion of the Distribution Transformer Inspection Program.
• Manage and maintain spreadsheets and databases used to track transformer replacement and repair status when oil contamination or leaks are present.
• Coordinate with the Asset Management Team to support successful program rollouts across all 32 districts.
• Track spend rates and manage budgets.

Spill Response & Environmental Compliance

• Communicate with inspection contractors and internal stakeholders to ensure timely remediation of oil spills.
• Report oil spills internally and, when required, externally to VADEQ.
• Approve or deny environmental containment while inspectors are in the field.
• Dispatch spill response vendors to remediate oil contamination.
• Document spill response measures and perform QA/QC of cleanup efforts when necessary.
• Make proper PCB/non-PCB determinations and manage PCBs in accordance with TSCA regulations when discovered.

Training & Team Support

• Attend in-person meetings and provide training and guidance when necessary.
• Assist with environmental tasks such as SPCC/SWPPP inspections, management of universal and hazardous waste, and support of the collective team during storm events.

What You Need To Have

• Approximately 2-8 years of experience in a combination of environmental management, SWPPP/CGP inspections, waste management, spill response/remediation, SPCC/tank inspections, state/federal agency reporting, wetland delineations, PCB management, or NPDES/VPDES work.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Strong organization skills and the ability to be a self-starter and stay motivated.
• Database management skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Ability to travel up to approximately 2.5-3.5 hours to locations within the assigned region, occurring up to one day per week.
• Ability to travel overnight approximately 1-3 nights per month.

What Would Be Amazing To Have

• A degree in Environmental Science, Construction Management, Forestry, or a related field. A degree is preferred but not required.
• Energy utility experience.

Working Environment

This position is approximately 60% office-based and 40% field-based. Working from an office three days per week is required, with the option to work remotely from home two days per week. The preferred candidate will live within one hour of Richmond. Regional travel and occasional overnight travel are required as described above.

Company Overview

ArborMetrics (AMS) is a leading provider of vegetation and asset management consulting services to the utility industry. Successful professionals at AMS have come from a variety of backgrounds, including forestry, arboriculture, natural resource management, biology, landscape maintenance, horticulture, nursery management, environmental sciences, geology, agriculture, parks & recreation management, urban forestry, geography, and more.

Applicants must pass a pre-employment drug test and a criminal background check.

All candidates must possess a valid driver's license and have a good driving record.

AMS is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmitive Action Employer. EOE/AA : Minority/Female/ Vets/ Disabled.

Important Information for Applicants

• Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC and its family of companies are Equal Opportunity Employers. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to any legally protected characteristic.
• If you require reasonable accommodation during the application or hiring process, please contact our ADA Coordinator at 1-800-248-8733, ext. 3656.
• Employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of applicable pre-employment requirements, which include background screening, drug testing, and employment eligibility verification.
• Compensation determination is based on market data, job scope and individual qualifications.
• We offer a competitive total rewards package inclusive of health and welfare and retirement benefits, as well as paid time off and holiday pay benefits.
• Unsolicited resumes without an executed agency agreement become the property of the company.