Environmental Technician / Geologist

EHS Support, LLC; Huntington (VA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous Vacation Policy

401k with matching options

Short- & Long-Term Disability

Life Insurance

Sick Time

Job summary

A specialty environmental consulting firm is seeking a candidate for environmental compliance inspections and remediation system management. The role requires a B.S. or M.S. in a relevant technical field and OSHA certifications. Responsibilities include visual inspections, operation of remediation systems, and data management. A strong emphasis on communication, organizational skills, and an ability to work independently is essential. The company values integrity and promotes a safe working environment.

Qualifications

• B.S. or M.S. Degree or specialized training is preferred in a technical field.
• OSHA certification preferred.
• Excellent organizational skills are necessary.

Responsibilities

• Perform visual inspections of landfill for compliance.
• Operate and maintain remediation systems.
• Conduct multimedia sampling including groundwater and air.

Skills

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Ability to think strategically

Excellent organizational skills

Familiarity with sampling techniques

Mechanical skills in troubleshooting

Education

B.S. or M.S. Degree in a technical field

OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER Certification

OSHA 10-hour or 30-hour Construction Training

Job description

EHS Support is a specialty environmental consulting firm that provides solutions to complex environmental, health, and safety challenges across a range of market sectors and industries. With experts located throughout the United States, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, the United Kingdom, and South Africa, we form long-lasting partnerships with our clients through a culture of excellence, innovation, work ethic, and integrity. We focus on hiring and retaining talented, motivated people who enjoy collaborating with and delivering value to our clients. Our team does more than identify problems— we provide solutions.

Job Description:

This job would entail performing the following tasks:

• Performing visual inspections and maintenance as needed of landfill for compliance with applicable permit conditions
• Operation, Maintenance, and Monitoring of pump and treat and other types of remediation and leachate conveyance systems
• Mowing and maintenance of landfill cap and drainage areas
• Multimedia sampling that includes proficiency in groundwater, soil, surface water, sediments, and air sampling.
• Remediation construction and drilling oversight on project sites.
• Waste management and tracking
• Work with data management and project management teams to ensure data is managed properly

Qualifications

• B.S. or M.S. Degree or specialized training is preferred in a technical field (such as Environmental Science, Biology, or geology) but community college or other accredited trainings may be substituted.
• OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER Certification and/or current 8-hour OSHA HAZWOPER Annual Refresher preferred
• OSHA 10-hour or 30-hour Construction Training

Key Experience Requirements:

• Travel as needed across North America with the potential to work out of town between several days to a few weeks
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to think strategically and intellectually and work within project budgets
• Excellent organizational skills
• Familiarity with sampling techniques, equipment, and demonstrate mechanical skills in troubleshooting
• Liaise with project team members and managers
• Work independently in a virtual environment
• Generous Vacation Policy
• 401k w/matching options
• Short- & Long-Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• Sick Time
• Strive for excellence, always
• Be open, honest, and direct
• Assume good intentions
• Trust coworkers, leadership, and clients
• Listen to learn
• Be accountable for our work
• Foster teamwork
• Demonstrate integrity
• Take pride in one’s work
• Live your personal values
• Provide a safe and health work environment that promotes wellness
• Have fun!

EHS Support is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.