Remedial Investigations Field Inspector

MASSACHUSETTS MARITIME ACADEMY; Norwell (MA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

The Massachusetts Maritime Academy is seeking a Field Inspector to manage field and office duties related to hazardous material spills and cleanup responses in MA and nearby states. You will supervise field crews, report to the Licensed Site Professional (LSP), and ensure closure under the Massachusetts Contingency Plan.

Groundwater/soil sampling and regulatory reporting are part of the role. The position requires 40 Hour HAZWOPER and/or MA Wastewater Operator License (Grade 2+) as a plus, with

Qualifications

• Hazardous materials field oversight experience preferred.
• Regulatory reporting and documentation skills required.
• Strong oral and written communication abilities essential.

Responsibilities

• Oversee field crews during cleanup operations.
• Document spills and cleanup activities for LSP submission.
• Prepare regulatory reports, waste shipping docs, and project billing.
• Interact with first responders, subcontractors, customers and regulators.

Skills

Hazwoper training

Field inspection

Regulatory reporting

Oral & written comms

Education

40 Hour HAZWOPER certification

MA Wastewater Operator License Grade 2

Job description

This hourly position combines a mix of field and office work. The Field Inspector will be responsible for oversight and documentation of hazardous material spills and cleanup responses, primarily in MA (and to a lesser extent, other states). They will oversee field crews during the cleanup, reporting all required information to the Licensed Site Professional (LSP) so that the release can be managed and closed out in accordance with the Massachusetts Contingency Plan. They will also perform any required groundwater / soil sampling and interact with first responders, subcontractors, customers and regulators. Additionally, and under the guidance of the site LSP, they will prepare regulatory reports, waste shipping documents, customer correspondence and project billing. 40 Hour HAZWOPER and/or MA Wastewater Treatment Operators License (Grade 2 or greater) is a plus. The ability to work independently and under deadline is essential. Professional level oral and written communication skills required. This position requires participation in a rotating 1-week 24/7 on-call obligation every 5-7 weeks.

This job description should not be considered to be all-inclusive. Specific duties and requirements may be changed by management, at any time.