Environmental Inspectors – Field Based
| Company | ERM |
|---|---|
| Location | Sacramento, CA, USA, Walnut Creek, CA, USA, San Luis Obispo, CA, USA |
| Salary | $71742 – $94432 |
| Type | Part-Time |
| Degrees | Bachelor’s |
| Experience Level | Junior, Mid Level |
Requirements
- A minimum of 2 years of construction inspection or monitoring is required; stormwater inspection experience is a plus.
- Bachelor’s Degree in an environmental discipline is preferred.
- A general knowledge of environmental disciplines including, SWPPP BMP installation and maintenance, water resource protection, biology, materials storage and stockpiles, air quality and dust control, Hazmat storage, spill control and countermeasures, water and soil management and waste management
- Ability to communicate effectively and a willingness to learn and take direction from more senior Environmental Inspectors.
- A working vehicle, valid driver’s license, and a good driving record; ability to drive to the various project locations.
- Effective observational and organization skills; experience recording detailed technical data a plus.
- Effective communication skills with ERM and client staff.
- Experience with water and soil sample collection a plus.
- Proficient in basic computer skills (i.e. Microsoft Outlook, Work, Excel) for communication and preparation of inspection documentation.
Responsibilities
- Conducting field inspections, monitoring and field survey work as directed.
- Interacting with and serving as a point of contact with agency officials, regulatory agency staff, landowners, contractors, clients, and other project members.
- Reviewing and implementing project documents and providing support and critical judgment on environmental compliance issues.
- Critically assessing environmental conditions in the field to evaluate potential environmental impacts from construction.
- Evaluating potential issues and concerns ahead of construction activities.
- Overseeing the proper implementation of mitigation measures.
- Conducting environmental sampling (hydrostatic test water, soil, etc.) and/or collect samples of stormwater at designated locations and visually inspect the quality of the sample.
- Overseeing and verifying flagging of wetland boundaries, cultural and biological resources exclusion zones, refueling zones, etc.
- Inspecting and documenting compliance with a project’s environmental requirements by preparing daily written inspection reports that provide up-to-date and consistent written and photo documentation of activities observed in the field.
- Participating in various construction meetings.
- Evaluating restoration activities.
- Support compliance with environmental regulations concerning spill prevention, wastewater, stormwater, storage tanks, and waste management.
- Perform work safely, complying with ERM and client requirements and always wearing appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE), including hardhat, safety boots, safety glasses, hearing protection, and orange high-visibility vest.
- Work within quality/budget/schedule expectations and scope-specific assignments.
- Communicate with ERM Project Manager, Senior EIs, various regulatory agencies, and client staff and subcontracts at the various client facilities. Key aspect of work is to develop relationship with client personnel at the facilities to promote environmental stewardship.
Preferred Qualifications
- Other desired experience includes soil and water sampling, SWPPP certifications, Hazmat evaluations and or sampling, species specific biology or nesting bird experience and cultural resources.