Environmental Engineer - Tribal Water & Wastewater Systems

Indian Health Service; Gallup (NM); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The Indian Health Service invites applications for a Civil/Environmental Engineer within the Sanitation Facilities Construction program. You will partner with American Indian Tribes to plan, design, and construct essential water, wastewater, and solid waste facilities across tribal communities.

Responsibilities include site surveys, system assessments, cost estimates, and providing technical training and guidance on regulatory compliance with the Clean Water Act and Safe Drinking Water Act.

Qualifications

• Requires a degree in Engineering or equivalent with ABET-accredited program, or equivalent education/experience per federal standards.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with American Indian Tribes to increase and maintain access to water, wastewater, and solid waste facilities.
• Provide direct operation and maintenance services to Tribes and tribal Utilities.
• Conduct site visits to assess condition of systems, location of mains, local water pressures, and plumbing layouts.
• Investigate malfunctioning water and sewer system components, estimate costs and materials, and submit recommendations.
• Provide training and technical assistance on sanitation facilities procedures and compliance with the Clean Water Act and Safe Drinking Water Act.

Job description

The Indian Health Service invites applications for a Civil/Environmental Engineer within the Sanitation Facilities Construction program. You will partner with American Indian Tribes to plan, design, and construct essential water, wastewater, and solid waste facilities across tribal communities.

Responsibilities include site surveys, system assessments, cost estimates, and providing technical training and guidance on regulatory compliance with the Clean Water Act and Safe Drinking Water Act.