Environmental Tech
Central Gulf Industrial Alliance
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Job summary
Brown & Root Industrial Services seeks an Environmental Technician to support compliance and sustainability at an industrial facility. You will monitor environmental conditions, collect samples, and maintain records to ensure adherence to EPA, state, and local regulations.
The role involves fieldwork, documentation, and collaboration with operations to implement best practices. Ideal candidates have 1–3 years in environmental settings and knowledge of regulatory requirements.
Qualifications
- Degree in Environmental Science, Biology, Chemistry, or related field preferred.
- 1–3 years environmental or industrial experience preferred.
- Understanding of EPA and state/regional environmental regulations.
- Experience with sampling techniques and environmental monitoring equipment.
Responsibilities
- Collect and analyze environmental samples (air, water, soil, wastewater).
- Conduct routine inspections of facility systems (stormwater, wastewater, emissions).
- Monitor discharge points, containment systems, and pollution control equipment.
- Perform field testing and calibration of monitoring instruments.
- Ensure compliance with environmental regulations (EPA, state agencies, local permits).
- Assist in maintaining permits such as Stormwater (SWPPP).
- Support environmental audits and inspections.
- Maintain accurate logs and compliance records.
- Coordinate handling, labeling, storage, and disposal of hazardous and non-hazardous waste.
- Ensure proper documentation (manifests, waste profiles, shipping papers).
- Inspect waste storage areas for compliance.
- Assist with spill prevention programs (SPCC plans).
- Respond to environmental incidents (spills, leaks, releases).
- Conduct investigations and support corrective actions.
- Maintain spill kits and emergency response equipment.
- Maintain environmental data, reports, and compliance documentation.
- Prepare reports for internal use and regulatory agencies.
- Track environmental KPIs and identify trends.
- Support employee training on environmental procedures and best practices.
- Promote environmental awareness and sustainability initiatives.
- Assist operations with environmental compliance requirements.
Skills
Education
Job description
The Environmental Technician is responsible for supporting environmental compliance and sustainability efforts within an industrial or petrochemical facility. This role involves monitoring environmental conditions, collecting samples, maintaining records, and ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal environmental regulations.
Collect and analyze environmental samples (air, water, soil, wastewater).
Conduct routine inspections of facility systems (stormwater, wastewater, emissions).
Monitor discharge points, containment systems, and pollution control equipment.
Perform field testing and maintain calibration of monitoring instruments.
Ensure compliance with environmental regulations (EPA, state agencies, local permits).
Assist in maintaining permits such as:
Stormwater (SWPPP)
Support environmental audits and inspections.
Maintain accurate logs and compliance records.
Coordinate handling, labeling, storage, and disposal of hazardous and non-hazardous waste.
Ensure proper documentation (manifests, waste profiles, shipping papers).
Inspect waste storage areas for compliance.
Assist with spill prevention programs (SPCC plans).
Respond to environmental incidents (spills, leaks, releases).
Conduct investigations and support corrective actions.
Maintain spill kits and emergency response equipment.
Maintain environmental data, reports, and compliance documentation.
Prepare reports for internal use and regulatory agencies.
Track environmental KPIs and identify trends.
Support employee training on environmental procedures and best practices.
Promote environmental awareness and sustainability initiatives.
Assist operations with environmental compliance requirements.
Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Biology, Chemistry, or related field (preferred).
1–3 years of environmental or industrial experience preferred.
Experience in petrochemical, refinery, or manufacturing environments is a plus.
Knowledge of environmental regulations and compliance (EPA, TCEQ in Texas, etc.).
Familiarity with sampling techniques and environmental monitoring equipment.
Strong attention to detail and documentation skills.
Ability to work independently and in the field.
Basic computer skills (Excel, reporting systems).
HAZWOPER 24 or 40-hour certification
OSHA 10 or OSHA 30
TWIC Card (for refinery/petrochemical access)
Ability to work outdoors in industrial environments.
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
Ability to wear PPE including respirators and chemical-resistant clothing.
Ability to walk, climb, and access various parts of a facility.
Petrochemical plant, refinery, or industrial facility.
Exposure to chemicals, noise, and varying weather conditions.
May require:
On-call response for environmental incidents
The Environmental Technician is responsible for supporting environmental compliance and sustainability efforts within an industrial or petrochemical facility. This role involves monitoring environmental conditions, collecting samples, maintaining records, and ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal environmental regulations.
Collect and analyze environmental samples (air, water, soil, wastewater).
Conduct routine inspections of facility systems (stormwater, wastewater, emissions).
Monitor discharge points, containment systems, and pollution control equipment.
Perform field testing and maintain calibration of monitoring instruments.
Ensure compliance with environmental regulations (EPA, state agencies, local permits).
Assist in maintaining permits such as:
Stormwater (SWPPP)
Support environmental audits and inspections.
Maintain accurate logs and compliance records.
Coordinate handling, labeling, storage, and disposal of hazardous and non-hazardous waste.
Ensure proper documentation (manifests, waste profiles, shipping papers).
Inspect waste storage areas for compliance.
Assist with spill prevention programs (SPCC plans).
Respond to environmental incidents (spills, leaks, releases).
Conduct investigations and support corrective actions.
Maintain spill kits and emergency response equipment.
Maintain environmental data, reports, and compliance documentation.
Prepare reports for internal use and regulatory agencies.
Track environmental KPIs and identify trends.
Support employee training on environmental procedures and best practices.
Promote environmental awareness and sustainability initiatives.
Assist operations with environmental compliance requirements.
Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Biology, Chemistry, or related field (preferred).
1–3 years of environmental or industrial experience preferred.
Experience in petrochemical, refinery, or manufacturing environments is a plus.
Knowledge of environmental regulations and compliance (EPA, TCEQ in Texas, etc.).
Familiarity with sampling techniques and environmental monitoring equipment.
Strong attention to detail and documentation skills.
Ability to work independently and in the field.
Basic computer skills (Excel, reporting systems).
HAZWOPER 24 or 40-hour certification
OSHA 10 or OSHA 30
TWIC Card (for refinery/petrochemical access)
Ability to work outdoors in industrial environments.
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
Ability to wear PPE including respirators and chemical-resistant clothing.
Ability to walk, climb, and access various parts of a facility.
Petrochemical plant, refinery, or industrial facility.
Exposure to chemicals, noise, and varying weather conditions.
May require:
On-call response for environmental incidents
Brown & Root Industrial Services is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
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