Environmental Compliance Technician (Field Based)

Energy & Utilities
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 4+ years of field experience in environmental compliance or related roles.
  • Bachelor's degree preferred, but practical training in trades/mechanical pumps is valued.
  • Hazwoper certification is preferred but not mandatory.
  • Experience in data centers, power plants, or Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) is a plus.
  • Effective communication and detailed observational skills are essential.

Responsibilities

  • Manage and transfer water from various locations to ensure compliance.
  • Conduct and document comprehensive environmental inspections.
  • Support adherence to environmental regulations related to spill prevention and wastewater management.
  • Collect and analyze stormwater samples as per designated protocols.
  • Measure water levels and sample onsite wells for compliance monitoring.
  • Address minor mechanical issues relating to environmental equipment as needed.
  • Collaborate with clients and regulators to foster environmental stewardship.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive paid time off policy.
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance options available.
  • 401(k) retirement plan with employer match.
  • Life and disability insurance for eligible employees.
Full Job Description
ERM is hiring an EnvironmentalCompliance Technician to support a key clients project in Morgantown, MarylandIn this role, you will perform and document environmental inspections of facilities and operating areas and perform corrective actions. This is a full time (40 hours per week) limited-term role with a duration of 6 months, renewable.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Water management, transfer water from various sumps and pipes to pons, conduct compliance sampling and inspections.
  • Perform and document environmental inspections of various onsite facilities and operating areas and record observations using inspection forms.
  • The inspections support compliance with environmental regulations concerning spill prevention, wastewater, stormwater, storage tanks, and waste management.
  • As requested, collect samples of stormwater at designated locations and visually inspect the quality of the sample.
  • Measure water elevations and collect water samples from onsite wells.
  • As needed, address minor mechanical issues (i.e. remove and replace tank appurtenances, drain secondary containment, repair/replace rain gauge, replace drum lid, etc.).
  • Perform work safely, complying with ERM and client requirements and wearing appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) at all times, 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, 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.


REQUIREMENTS:
  • Minimum 4 years of field experience required.
  • Bachelor's Degree preferred - more important is training with trades, mechanical pumps etc .
  • Hazwoper certification preferred.
  • Previous data center, power plant or BESS experience a plus.
  • A working vehicle, valid driver's license, and a good driving record; ability to drive to the various project locations. Ability to rent a vehicle.
  • Effective observational and organization skills; experience recording detailed technical data a plus.
  • Effective communication skills with ERM and client staff.
  • Knowledge and experience with Stormwater MSGP requirements, SPCC requirements and waste tracking.
  • Experience operating water pumps piping and basic mechanical skills.
  • 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.
  • Local candidates preferred.


Pay Transparency:

For the Environmental Compliance Technician position, we anticipate the annual base pay of $69,386 - $102,301, $33.35/hr - $49.18/hr USD, limited-term, non-exempt. An employee's pay position within this range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, performance, shift, travel requirements, sales or revenue-based metrics, and business or organizational needs. We also may have instances where employee's fall outside of the range based on the factors noted above. This job may be eligible for bonus pay (casual and fixed term/Flexforce employees are NOT bonus eligible).

We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical, dental, vision, 401(k), life & disability insurance to benefits eligible* employees.

*Benefits Eligibility is limited to Regular employees regularly scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week. Fixed-Term employees (including Flexforce) who are regularly scheduled to work 20 hours a week or more are eligible for a limited benefits package. Casual employees are NOT benefits eligible. See your recruiter for more details.

You can apply for this role through https://www.erm.com/careers/apply/ or through the internal careers portal if you are a current employee.

Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, determinable, and payable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, or any other form of compensation that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company's sole discretion, consistent with the law.

Please submit your resume and brief cover letter. Based on review of these responses, shortlisted candidates will be invited for interviews.

ERM does not accept recruiting agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our jobs alias, ERM employees or any other company location. ERM is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

Thank you for your interest in ERM!

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