On-Call Environmental Compliance Inspector | OR

Eocene Environmental Group, Inc.; Oregon (WI); Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

The On-Call Environmental Compliance Inspector at Eocene Environmental Group, Inc. performs environmental inspection and monitoring during the construction of utility-scale transmission projects in Idaho and Oregon.

The role emphasizes field work, reporting, and ensuring protection of sensitive resources. Requirements include a bachelor's degree in engineering or environmental sciences (or related field), plus a stormwater inspection certification or ability to obtain within two weeks.

Qualifications

• 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

Responsibilities

• 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

Skills

Clear communicator

Team player

English proficiency

Stamina for long hours

Education

Bachelors degree in engineering

Tools

GPS units

Maps

iPads

Submeter devices

Job description

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt, Hourly Reports To: Project Manager II Job Type: On-Call, Variable-Time Compensation: $25 - $50 per hour, based on relevant experience This 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:

• 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:

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 projects

Eocene 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.

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