Environmental Technician

Job Overview

Meadows CMPG, Inc. is seeking an experienced Environmental Technician. Applicants filling this position will be expected to participate in a variety of tasks in support of federal, state, and local projects including environmental remediation, site restoration, research, and/or site investigations to protect human health and the environment. Primary tasks related to the aforementioned projects for this position include, but are not limited to, environmental sampling (for groundwater, surface water, stormwater runoff, soil, soil vapor, and air), management of investigation derived waste, remediation system operation and maintenance (including repair of systems as needed), site inspections, landfill monitoring, and activity documentation. Additional tasks may include data processing, interpretation, and reporting.

Essential Job Functions, Duties, and Responsibilities

• Operates and maintains environmental sampling equipment (ranging from tools and small engines to company vehicles) and/or remediation systems.
• Is mechanically inclined and provides hands-on & technical assistance as needed.
• Comfortably uses various hand tools (i.e., ratchets, sledgehammer, etc.).
• Possesses an understanding and willingness to learn sampling procedures and other aspects of environmental monitoring.
• Effectively manages time and coordinates activities with other company staff and subcontractors as required.
• Effectively communicates with personnel and supervisors/project managers.
• Prioritizes health & safety.
• Ensures timely and accurate record keeping and data delivery.
• Tabulates and interprets laboratory data and summarizes findings in reports.

Applicant must be able to travel as needed to various project locations. Company vehicles are provided for travel.

General Background and Minimum Requirements

2-5 years of environmental monitoring, remediation, and/or applicable construction experience (such as site management, excavation, and equipment operation) required.

Experience pulling trailers to haul equipment preferred.

Experience mowing with a tractor preferred.

High School Diploma required; college degree (Environmental Science, Geology, Engineering, or other similar disciplines) preferred.

Safety training (Preferred but not required): 40-hour HAZWOPER, OSHA-30 Hour, and/or First Aid and CPR (Training will be given upon hiring, if you do not currently hold these certifications).

Physical Requirements: Ability, with or without reasonable accommodation, to perform field work outdoors in varying weather conditions, including standing, walking, and kneeling on uneven terrain; and lifting, carrying, pushing or pulling up to 50 pounds; as well as sedentary office work at a computer. Wear required personal protective equipment, which may include a respirator, if medically cleared.

Competent with personal computer-based project software (Excel, Word, etc.).

Must pass a background check, employment physical, and pre-employment drug/alcohol screenings for access to secure government sites (DOD), to comply with Federal regulations.

Valid Driver's License required. (Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) Class A with Tank Endorsement preferred, but not required).

US Citizenship required.

Salary negotiable based upon experience.

Benefits

401(k) with company matching

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off and Bereavement Leave

Cell Phone Stipend

Short Term Disability/Life Insurance

Office closed Federal Holidays (unless project needs require attendance)

Schedule and Work Location

• 40-hour weekly schedule with paid overtime as needed
• Monday to Friday (with weekends and evenings as needed on a project basis)

Work Location: In-person office based in Norfolk, VA 23517 (must reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work). Travel required on a project-by-project basis with project sites located throughout VA, MD, & NC.

Pay: $22.00 - $25.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Cell phone reimbursement
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• On-the-job training
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid time off
• Paid training
• Safety equipment provided
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Environmental : 2 years (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $22 - $25