Environmental Compliance Inspector | OR

Eocene Environmental Group; Ontario (OR); On-site; USD 34,440 - 68,880; Full time

Job summary

An environmental services provider in the United States is seeking an Environmental Compliance Inspector for a project-based role. The position requires monitoring and ensuring compliance with environmental regulations during the construction of utility-scale projects in Oregon and Idaho. Candidates should hold a bachelor's degree in environmental sciences and have strong communication skills. This is a full-time, hourly position with a salary range of $25 - $50 per hour, based on experience, and does not include benefits.

Qualifications

• Ability to work long hours in potentially extreme weather conditions.
• Clear communicator, highly organized, motivated, thorough, accurate, and dependable.
• Ability to read, write and speak English sufficient to perform job duties.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and ensure compliance with National Pollutant Discharge System Permits.
• Document and report impacts to sensitive resources.
• Track progress of construction activities and implement approved mitigation measures.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Ability to work individually or in a team

Competence using GPS units

Ability to work in extreme weather conditions

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, environmental sciences or related field

Current stormwater inspection certification

Job description

**\*\*This is a full‐time, temporary, project‐based position with an anticipated work period from May through September 2026.\*\*****FLSA Status:** Non-Exempt, Hourly**Reports To:** Project Manager II**Job Type:** Full-Time, Temporary**Compensation:** $25 - $50 per hour, based on relevant experience**\*Not benefits eligible\***This position is primarily a field-based position with minimal office time anticipated. Candidates applying for this position will be required to work in Eastern Oregon and Western Idaho.**About Eocene Environmental Group:** Our team has spent the past two decades providing environmental, utility vegetation management (UVM), software and sustainability services. We are fortunate to be a part of the Wright Service Corp. family, which has helped us establish a strong foundation for continued growth and success. Through a strategic alignment of values and goals, four Wright Service Corp. entities joined and integrated into one, operating as Eocene Environmental Group. These four entities are: * Forestry & Utility Division* Environmental Division* Technology & Innovation Division* Sustainability Division**JOB SUMMARY:** The Environmental Compliance Inspector is responsible for providing environmental inspection and monitoring during the construction of utility-scale electrical transmission projects in Idaho and Oregon. The principal duties include inspection, monitoring, and reporting of construction activities with the goal of ensuring protection of sensitive environmental resources.**ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:** Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions:* Monitor and ensure compliance with National Pollutant Discharge System Permits* Document and report impacts to sensitive resources* Track progress of construction activities and implementation of approved mitigation measures* Inspect construction vehicles and equipment for cleanliness* Ensure best management practices are implemented* Work collaboratively with construction and regulatory personnel to develop solutions and implement permit conditions* Photo document ecological site conditions* Prepare daily reports* Maintain regular and punctual attendance at work and meetings* Support, actively participate, and act in accordance with Wright’s and Eocene Environmental Group’s culture of safety and employee ownership* Comply with applicable federal, state, and local laws, rules, and regulations; maintains knowledge of and follows all company policies and procedures**OTHER DUTIES:** Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.* Position will require outside travel**JOB REQUIREMENTS:*** Bachelor’s degree in engineering, environmental sciences or related field or equivalent work experience* Current stormwater inspection certification consistent with Oregon and/or Idaho Department of Environmental Quality requirements or ability to obtain within 2 weeks of employment* Ability to work long hours in potentially extreme weather conditions* Competence using global positioning system (GPS) units, maps, iPads, and submeter accuracy devices* Ability to work well individually or in a team setting* Possess strong communication skills* Clear communicator, highly organized, motivated, thorough, accurate, and dependable* Ability to read, write and speak English sufficient to perform job duties and to interact and communicate with employees and vendors**PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:*** Experience with one or more of the following: + Biological resources (specifically avian surveys, raptor identification, and/or botanical surveys) + Soils + Restoration and reclamation processes* Experience performing environmental inspections on large-scale utility construction projectsEocene Environmental Group, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.