Environmental Specialist/GIS Technician

AQUALIS; Mount Olive (NJ); On-site; USD 54,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Paid time off

Medical insurance

401(k) matching

Career development

Job summary

AQUALIS in Mount Olive, NJ is seeking an Environmental Specialist/GIS Technician to join our team. You will balance office tasks and fieldwork, conducting inspections and collecting GIS data on stormwater systems.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in environmental sciences, experience in field surveys, and proficiency with engineering plans. We offer competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package in a growing, environmentally focused company.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Science, Engineering, or a related field (Associate Degree in Engineering Technology considered).
• Strong understanding of stormwater systems, drainage, and water-related infrastructure.
• Field Survey Crew Experience or Utility location
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting engineering plans and technical documents.
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel locally (within 300 miles of Mt. Olive, NJ in company vehicle) for site inspections.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work independently in the field.
• Ability to manage site records, logs, and correspondence with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Conduct inspections of stormwater systems and drainage structures, ensuring compliance with environmental regulations and standards.
• Perform fieldwork to support environmental projects, including GIS data collection, monitoring, and site inspections.
• Review and interpret engineering plans, specifications, maps, and CAD drawings related to stormwater and drainage systems.
• Prepare and manage detailed reports, including daily work reports, client inspection reports, and project site records.
• Accurately document field activities and track work quantities throughout project lifecycles.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring adherence to schedules, regulations, and client expectations.
• Communicate effectively with team members, clients, and contractors, both in written and verbal formats.
• Utilize mapping and data collection tools such as ArcGIS Pro and GPS systems to enhance project documentation and analysis.

Skills

Environmental knowledge

Field problem solving

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Science/Engineering

Associate Degree considered

Tools

ArcGIS Pro

Trimble Pathfinder Office

GPS data collection

Job description

About the Organization AQUALIS is the nationwide leading provider of comprehensive water management services focused on maintaining, inspecting, and repairing post-construction stormwater and lift station systems. We provide our clients with environmental compliance while inspiring change by preserving and protecting our most precious natural resource water.

Description

AQUALIS is the nationwide leading provider of comprehensive water management services focused on maintaining, inspecting, and repairing post-construction stormwater and lift station systems. We provide our clients with environmental compliance while inspiring change by preserving and protecting our most precious natural resource water.

Why work at AQUALIS?

AQUALIS provides sustainable water compliance and management solutions for the betterment of our nation’s communities and corporations. Working at AQUALIS is a unique opportunity to be a part of an environmentally progressive, sustainable water management team that performs at the highest professional level. We pride ourselves on respect, loyalty, integrity and inclusion. Our Company's culture is supported by our core values: Personal Responsibility & Accountability, Exceptional Customer Experience, and Sustainable & Innovative Water Management. We are committed to providing personal and professional development through continuing education, investment in tools and technology, and position-related training. AQUALIS provides all full-time employees with competitive annual pay raise potential, paid vacation time, eligibility to enroll in a company sponsored group healthcare plan, 401(k) matching, as well as real flexibility and growth potential.

Where do YOU fit in?

Our Mt. Olive, NJ field office is seeking a motivated and skilled Environmental Specialist/GIS Technician to join our team. This position offers a dynamic work environment where you will collaborate on a variety of stormwater management projects, balancing both office-based tasks and independent fieldwork. The ideal candidate will possess a blend of technical expertise, problem-solving abilities, and a proactive approach to environmental compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct inspections of stormwater systems and drainage structures, ensuring compliance with relevant environmental regulations and standards.
• Perform fieldwork to support environmental projects, including GIS data collection, monitoring, and site inspections.
• Review and interpret engineering plans, specifications, maps, and CAD drawings related to stormwater and drainage systems.
• Prepare and manage detailed reports, including daily work reports, client inspection reports, and project site records.
• Accurately document field activities and track work quantities throughout project lifecycles.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring adherence to schedules, regulations, and client expectations.
• Communicate effectively with team members, clients, and contractors, both in written and verbal formats.
• Utilize mapping and data collection tools such as ArcGIS Pro and GPS systems to enhance project documentation and analysis.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Science, Engineering, or a related field. (An Associate Degree in Engineering Technology will also be considered.)
• Strong understanding of stormwater systems, drainage, and water-related infrastructure.
• Field Survey Crew Experience or Utility location
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting engineering plans and technical documents.
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel locally (within 300 miles of Mt. Olive, NJ in company vehicle) for site inspections.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently in the field.
• Ability to manage site records, logs, and correspondence with attention to detail.

Preferred Skills (Not Required)

• Knowledge of MS4 permits, soil erosion permits, and multi-state stormwater regulations.
• Familiarity with ArcGIS Pro, Trimble Pathfinder Office, and GPS data collection.
• Basic proficiency with hand tools and field equipment used in environmental inspections.
• Construction inspection experience is a plus.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary, commensurate with experience.
• Comprehensive benefits package with life insurance, paid PTO, holiday, sick time, plus available medical, dental, vision, 401K, and more.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.

Location

Mount Olive, NJ

Category Environmental Services

Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time

Exempt/Non-Exempt Non-Exempt

Number of Openings 1

Base Compensation Min $26.00 / Hr.

Base Compensation Max $28.00 / Hr.

On Target Earnings

EOE Statement

AQUALIS Stormwater Management is strongly committed to providing a work environment that is free from all forms of harassment, discrimination and inequality. We recruit, employ, train, promote and compensate our personnel without regard to race, age, sex, religion, national origin, citizenship, marital status, veteran's status, disability, genetic information or any other personal characteristic protected by law. AQUALIS also offers protection based on sexual orientation against discrimination, harassment or inequality.

We value each and every employee and strive to make employment at AQUALIS enjoyable and satisfying. As part of our commitment, we will not tolerate any form of discrimination toward employees, applicants, vendors, customers or visitors of AQUALIS. Everyone should be treated equally and with respect regardless of race, age, sex, religion, national origin, citizenship, marital status, veteran's status, sexual preference, disability, genetic information or any other class protected under state law.