On-Call Environmental Compliance Inspector | OR

Eocene Environmental Group; Ontario (OR); On-site; USD 34,000 - 44,000; Part time

Job summary

Eocene Environmental Group is seeking an On-Call Environmental Compliance Inspector to support field inspections during utility-scale construction in Idaho and Oregon. The role focuses on monitoring, reporting, and ensuring compliance with permits and environmental protections.

You will document site conditions, verify best management practices, and collaborate with construction teams and regulators. This position requires travel, endurance in adverse weather, and strong communication and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, environmental sciences or related field or equivalent work experience.
• Current stormwater inspection certification or ability to obtain within 2 weeks of employment.
• Ability to work long hours in potentially extreme weather conditions.
• Competence using GPS units, maps, iPads, and submeter accuracy devices.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and ensure compliance with stormwater permits and environmental regulations.
• Document and report impacts to sensitive resources observed during field work.
• Track progress of construction activities and mitigation measures.
• Inspect construction vehicles and equipment for cleanliness and compliance.
• Ensure best management practices are implemented on site.
• Prepare daily reports and communicate with regulators and teams.

Skills

Strong communication skills

GPS units

Maps

iPads

Submeter accuracy devices

English proficiency

Independently work

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Tools

Stormwater inspection certification

Job description

On-Call Environmental Compliance Inspector | OR page is loaded## On-Call Environmental Compliance Inspector | ORlocations: Ontario, Oregon: Pendleton, Oregon: Payette, Idaho: La Grande, Oregon: Caldwell, Idahotime type: Variable timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: JR122839**FLSA Status:** Non-Exempt, Hourly**Reports To:** Project Manager II**Job Type:** On-Call, Variable-Time**Compensation:** $25 - $32 per hour, based on relevant experienceThis position is primarily a field-based position with minimal office time anticipated. Candidates applying for this position will be required to work in Eastern Oregon and Western Idaho.**About Eocene Environmental Group:** Our team has spent the past two decades providing environmental, utility vegetation management (UVM), software and sustainability services. We are fortunate to be a part of the Wright Service Corp. family, which has helped us establish a strong foundation for continued growth and success. Through a strategic alignment of values and goals, four Wright Service Corp. entities joined and integrated into one, operating as Eocene Environmental Group. These four entities are: * Forestry & Utility Division* Environmental Division* Technology & Innovation Division* Sustainability Division**JOB SUMMARY:** The On-Call Environmental Compliance Inspector is responsible for providing environmental inspection and monitoring during the construction of utility-scale electrical transmission projects in Idaho and Oregon. The principal duties include inspection, monitoring, and reporting of construction activities with the goal of ensuring protection of sensitive environmental resources.**ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:** Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions:* Monitor and ensure compliance with National Pollutant Discharge System Permits* Document and report impacts to sensitive resources* Track progress of construction activities and implementation of approved mitigation measures* Inspect construction vehicles and equipment for cleanliness* Ensure best management practices are implemented* Work collaboratively with construction and regulatory personnel to develop solutions and implement permit conditions* Photo document ecological site conditions* Prepare daily reports* Maintain regular and punctual attendance at work and meetings* Support, actively participate, and act in accordance with Wright’s and Eocene Environmental Group’s culture of safety and employee ownership* Comply with applicable federal, state, and local laws, rules, and regulations; maintains knowledge of and follows all company policies and procedures**OTHER DUTIES:** Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.* Position will require outside travel**JOB REQUIREMENTS:*** Bachelor’s degree in engineering, environmental sciences or related field or equivalent work experience* Current stormwater inspection certification consistent with Oregon and/or Idaho Department of Environmental Quality requirements or ability to obtain within 2 weeks of employment* Ability to work long hours in potentially extreme weather conditions* Competence using global positioning system (GPS) units, maps, iPads, and submeter accuracy devices* Ability to work well individually or in a team setting* Possess strong communication skills* Clear communicator, highly organized, motivated, thorough, accurate, and dependable* Ability to read, write and speak English sufficient to perform job duties and to interact and communicate with employees and vendors**PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:*** Experience with one or more of the following: + Biological resources (specifically avian surveys, raptor identification, and/or botanical surveys) + Soils + Restoration and reclamation processes* Experience performing environmental inspections on large-scale utility construction projectsEocene Environmental Group, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.