Environmental Technician I
- Little Rock, Arkansas
- Regular, Full time
- Job ID 4195
Conduct environmental compliance inspections and monitoring activities related to construction stormwater permits, industrial stormwater permits, spill prevention programs, and groundwater monitoring systems. Perform routine site inspections, collect groundwater and stormwater samples, document findings, and prepare compliance reports for regulatory submittals. Operate and maintain field monitoring equipment, coordinate sample delivery to analytical laboratories, and support implementation of environmental compliance programs. Maintain accurate field records and adhere to company and client safety requirements.
- Conduct construction stormwater inspections in accordance with permit requirements and approved Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans (SWPPPs).
- Perform industrial stormwater compliance inspections and monitoring activities in accordance with Multi-Sector General Permit (MSGP) or facility-specific permit requirements.
- Inspect erosion and sediment controls, stormwater management practices, outfalls, material storage areas, and construction activities to verify permit compliance.
- Conduct spill prevention and environmental compliance inspections, including inspections required under Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure (SPCC) Plans.
- Collect groundwater, stormwater, and other environmental samples using established procedures and maintain proper chain-of-custody documentation.
- Assist with groundwater monitoring programs, including groundwater level measurements, well inspections, sampling events, data management, and regulatory reporting.
- Coordinate sample delivery to analytical laboratories and track analytical results.
- Compile field data and prepare inspection reports, groundwater monitoring reports, corrective action documentation, and regulatory compliance submittals.
- Operate, calibrate, clean, and maintain environmental monitoring and sampling equipment.
- Assist project managers with compliance tracking, corrective action follow-up, permit implementation, and client communication.
- Maintain accurate field records and ensure data quality for all inspection and monitoring activities.
- Follow safety policies, participate in pre-task planning activities, and promptly report safety concerns.
- Maintain quality standards and support successful delivery of environmental compliance projects.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Minimum 0-2 years of relevant experience or the equivalent in training and related experience.
- A valid driver’s license with acceptable violation history is required.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Certification in field of expertise.
- New graduate with science degree is preferred.
Our national environmental team helps our clients do the right thing for their projects, and for our planet. Our professionals include environmental architects, archaeologists, biologists, engineers, geologists, historians, industrial hygienists, planners, and scientists. Working together in the field, office, or lab, we help guide clients through the steps and processes to address environmental challenges and move their projects forward as quickly, safely, and sustainably as possible. With services including site assessment, planning and permitting including cultural and natural resources, sustainability and resiliency, regulatory compliance, and industrial hygiene and safety, we’re at the forefront of helping clients succeed and communities thrive.