Environmental Technician

Socket.dev; Sahuarita (AZ); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Hudbay in Helvetia, AZ seeks an Environmental Technician to support fieldwork, sampling and environmental programs under the supervision of the Sr. Environmental Scientist.

You will perform sampling across water and soil, monitor compliance at industrial sites, assist with equipment maintenance and data management, and contribute to reports using GIS and GPS tools. The role requires ability to work in teams or alone, strong organization and communication, and willingness to work on varied field

Qualifications

• Ability to operate light vehicles on trails and off-road terrain.
• Able to work both in a team environment and independently.
• Must be self-motivated and organized with attention to details.
• Excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct surface water, groundwater, stormwater and soil sampling in support of environmental compliance programs and permitting.
• Perform field surveys for vegetation, rangeland and monitoring; monitor plant emissions, waste management and process related environmental aspects.
• Ensure compliance inspections of work areas and job sites to meet regulatory requirements.
• Assist with calibration, maintenance and troubleshooting of automated environmental monitoring equipment, and support remediation activities for contaminated soil or water.

Skills

Light vehicles

Teamwork

Self-motivation

Communication

Tools

GPS data collection

GIS software

Data management software

Job description

Role Title: Environmental Technician

Reports to: Sr. Environmental Scientist

Job Type: Full-time, Regular

Location: Helvetia, AZ

About Hudbay:

Hudbay (TSX, NYSE: HBM) is a copper-focused mining company with three long-life operations and a world-class pipeline of copper growth projects in tier-one mining-friendly jurisdictions of Canada, Peru and the United States.

Hudbay’s operating portfolio includes the Constancia mine in Cusco (Peru), the Snow Lake operations in Manitoba (Canada) and the Copper Mountain mine in British Columbia (Canada). Copper is the primary metal produced by the company, which is complemented by meaningful gold production. Hudbay’s growth pipeline includes the Copper World project in Arizona, the Mason project in Nevada (United States), the Llaguen project in La Libertad (Peru) and several expansion and exploration opportunities near its existing operations.

The value Hudbay creates and the impact it has is embodied in its purpose statement: “We care about our people, our communities and our planet. Hudbay provides the metals the world needs. We work sustainably, transform lives and create better futures for communities.” Hudbay’s mission is to create sustainable value and strong returns by leveraging its core strengths in community relations, focused exploration, mine development and efficient operations.

Mission:

To create sustainable value and strong returns by leveraging our core strengths in community relations, focused exploration, mine development and efficient operations.

Purpose of Role:

Reporting to the Sr. Environmental Scientist, the Environmental Technician will assist with fieldwork, surveys, sampling and other environmental support functions as needed.

ROLE ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Environmental Sampling & Monitoring:
  • Conduct surface water, groundwater, stormwater, and soil sampling in support of environmental compliance programs and permitting.
  • Execute field survey work to include vegetation, rangeland and spring monitoring; and monitor plant emissions, waste management and process related environmental aspects.
• Compliance & Inspections:
  • Ensure compliance and assess impacts associated with an industrial processing facility and construction site by conducting field environmental compliance inspections of work areas and job sites, and performing other administrative duties as necessary to meet compliance requirements.
• Equipment, Controls & Remediation:
  • Assist with calibration, maintenance and troubleshooting of automated environmental monitoring equipment, assist with the installation and maintenance of erosion and stormwater pollution controls to comply with regulatory permit requirements, and assist with remedial activities for contaminated soil or water.
• Data Management & Technology:
  • Use electronic data management and compliance reporting software to handle data collection and entry, QA/QC, records management and preparation of reports, while demonstrating the ability to learn navigation, GPS data collection, and Geographic Information Systems (GIS) applications to locate sampling or survey sites.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION:

• Ability to operate light vehicles, including UTVs, on trails and off-road terrain.
• Able to work both in a team environment and independently.
• Must be self-motivated and organized with attention to details.
• Excellent communication skills.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Previous experience, knowledge or education in applied sciences, environmental, or related scientific field preferred.
• Previous mine site or industrial processing facility experience a plus.
• Experience with data management and maintaining confidentiality preferred.

NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employees may perform other related duties as needed to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

Other Requirements:

Physical– The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and taste or smell. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities may be required for this position.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The work environment will necessitate work near moving mechanical parts and outside weather conditions such as hot and/or dry conditions. Work will be conducted in locations where noise, fumes, dust, toxic or caustic chemicals, and vibration may exist.

Employee must be able to prove that he/she has a current and valid driver's license.

Why Hudbay?

At Hudbay, our values of Dignity & Respect, Caring, Openness, and Trustworthiness are embedded into our culture by the way we work and how we interact with one another.

• We pride ourselves in providing our employees with competitive total rewards that include:
  • Annual performance bonuses
  • Affordable medical, dental and vision benefits for you and your family.
  • Company paid Life insurance, AD&D, Short- & Long-term Disability.
  • 401(k) plan with employer contribution/match
  • An Employee Share Purchase Plan with contribution matching
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Paid time off, paid sick time and holiday pay.
• Regular performance appraisals to acknowledge our employees for their contributions, strengths and work well done.

Hudbay is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Candidates may be required to undergo educational and criminal background checks. Chosen candidates will be required to successfully pass a physical and drug screening.