Environmental Tech

Northern NV Jobs; Valmy (NV); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

I-80 Gold Corp is seeking an Environmental Technician 1 to support the environmental team at Lone Tree Mine in Valmy, NV. The role focuses on field sampling, monitoring water and soil, data management, and ensuring regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities include routine sampling, site inspections, and assisting with waste management and spill response, while working with operations and engineering to maintain safety and compliance.

Qualifications

• HS diploma required.
• 2–3 years post-secondary certificate in Environmental Science or related field preferred; equivalent experience considered.
• 0–2+ years environmental fieldwork experience is a strong asset.

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine compliance sampling and monitoring per permits and regulations.
• Perform field measurements with approved equipment; ensure proper sample handling.
• Maintain field notes and enter data into databases and spreadsheets.
• Calibrate and maintain field monitoring equipment and gear.
• Carry out environmental site inspections to identify non-compliance or risks.
• Support waste management, spill response, and erosion control activities.
• Collaborate with operations and engineering; assist training on environmental topics.

Skills

Attention to detail

Microsoft Excel

Data entry

Written & verbal communication

Outdoor work ability

Safety compliance

Education

Environmental Science certificate

Tools

MonitorPro

Job description

About Us

I-80 Gold Corp is a well-financed gold producer and developer holding an impressive portfolio of advanced-stage gold projects in the State of Nevada. The Company’s primary goal is to build a self-sustaining, multi-asset, mining company with a peer-best growth platform by employing a methodical, capital disciplined and staged approach to minimize risk while also assessing and monitoring for accretive growth opportunities. For more information about i-80 Gold please visit our website: www.i80gold.com.

Who are we?

Join us during this period of rapid growth within a collaborative, small team setting with a flat organizational structure, guided by our core values: care, integrity, respect, collaboration, and excellence.

Position: Environmental Technician 1

The Environmental Technician supports the environmental team in ensuring mining operations comply with local, state/provincial, federal, and company environmental regulations and permits. The role focuses on field sampling and monitoring of water, soil, and other media; conducting inspections; managing environmental data; assisting with waste and spill response; and supporting overall environmental compliance and stewardship at the mine site.

Location

Lone Tree Mine, Valmy, NV

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine compliance sampling and monitoring, including surface water, groundwater, soil, and other media as required by permits and regulations.
• Perform field measurements (e.g., water quality parameters, flow rates, water levels) using approved equipment and techniques; ensure proper sample collection, handling, labeling, storage, and shipment to laboratories within holding times.
• Maintain accurate field notes, logs, and records; enter and manage data in environmental databases and spreadsheets; assist with preparation of internal reports and regulatory submissions.
• Calibrate, maintain, troubleshoot, and organize field monitoring equipment, sampling gear, and related tools (including boats or other site vehicles as needed).
• Carry out environmental site inspections of mining, processing, reclamation, and support areas to identify potential non-compliance or risks; document findings and support corrective actions.
• Support waste management, hazardous materials handling, spill response, sediment/erosion control, and remediation or rehabilitation activities.
• Assist with wildlife surveys, vegetation/land monitoring, or other ecological programs as assigned.
• Follow all health, safety, and environmental policies; participate in safety meetings and use required PPE; work safely in varied weather and terrain conditions.
• Collaborate with operations, engineering, and other departments; support training of site personnel on environmental topics when needed.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required
• Certificate (typically 2–3 years post-secondary) in Environmental Science, Natural Resources, Biology, Earth/Environmental Science, or a closely related field (preferred). Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• 0–2+ years of environmental fieldwork experience (mining, industrial, or natural resource sector experience is a strong asset). Entry-level candidates with relevant education and demonstrated field skills will be considered.
• Experience with water sampling, field analytical techniques, environmental inspections, or data management is advantageous.
• Valid driver’s license (Class G or equivalent); ability/willingness to operate 4WD vehicles and boats is required.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in sampling, data collection, and record-keeping.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (especially Excel); familiarity with environmental databases (e.g., MonitorPro or similar) is an asset.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Physical ability to work outdoors in challenging weather and terrain, hike uneven ground, and lift moderate loads (e.g., 20–50 lbs / 10–25 kg) as required.
• Commitment to safety, environmental protection, and regulatory compliance.
• Knowledge of relevant mining environmental regulations and permits (preferred).
• Prior mine-site or industrial facility experience (preferred).