Environmental Technician Lead

Environmental Technician - Lead

Location: Oak Harbor, Washington – Naval Air Station Whidbey Island

Type: Non-Exempt

Work Schedule: Full- T ime , Day Shift

Compensation: $ 50.20-$50.20/hour

Benefits: Tessera is proud to offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package to our eligible part-time and full-time employees.

Full-Time benefits of a n Environmental Technician at Tessera include:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) retirement plan, Life & Short-Term Disability Insurance

• $ 7.15 per hour Health and Welfare Benefit

• Flexible Spending Accounts for both medical and dependent care

• 11 paid federal holidays, accrual of 12 paid days of vacation at the start of employment, paid sick leave

• Potential shared earning bonus

• Tuition assistance is available after 1 year of employment and potential scholarships for qualified dependents

• Professional development, certifications, and training opportunities

• Verizon wireless discount

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and an engaging wellness program

• Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility for full-time employees
  

Tessera is dedicated to “Creating Opportunities for People with Disabilities” by hiring and supporting individuals with disabilities as well as veterans with disabilities. We take pride in our purpose-driven culture, our core values - Inclusion, Partnerships, Integrity - and our commitment to providing a safe and respectful work environment to our employees.

Tessera is seeking a n experienced and hardworking Environmental Technician - Lead. The Environmental Technician- Lead will work under the Environmental Manager to assist in examining all environmental documentation and operations for conformity to established Navy Environmental requirements.

Typical duties include but are not limited to:

• Lead environmental technicians towards assisting , developing, implementing, and monitoring environmental control programs. Lead the environmental technicians in compliance of contract requirements to achieve environmental management and sustainability practices.

• Confirm the Navy customer receives an environmentally compliant product and service.

• Assure environmental technician inspections are performed on completed contract work and documented to ensure final product meets all environmental specifications.

• Manage proper environmental documentation for presentation to government for final acceptance.

• Audit and analyze maintenance documents, historical files, and inspection records to note any trends or recurring discrepancies for initiating environmental corrective action plans.

• Produce environmental deficiency reports that are clear, concise, and comprehensive.

• Inspect SOPs and ISO processes meet contractual environmental guidelines.

• Sustain continued monitoring and measurement of information that addresses the Environmental Management System (EMS) goals and policy. Provide EMS Goals and Achievements to Skookum and Environmental Manager. Make recommendations on how to achieve EMS goals.

• Assist in managing all environmental corrective and/or preventative actions, take corrective actions immediately to remedy non-compliances.

• Provide employees with training so they are aware of their roles and responsibilities under the Environmental Management System (EMS). Report how EMS issues affect work performed under the contract.

• Comply with all applicable Federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and executive orders, and with base-wide instructions, standards, and permit requirements.

• Manage and lead applicable environmental and occupational health and safety training. Assure it is kept up to date on regulatory required specific training for the type of work to be conducted onsite.

• Assist with data or reporting that supports the Environmental Protection Plan (EPP). The EPP shall address environmental compliance and compliance procedures as they pertain to the execution of the contract.

• Instruct and recommend how the maintenance programs are adhered to established rules including following environmental requirements and standards, equipment manufacture recommendations, environmental regulations, and commercially accepted practices.

• Assist the Environmental Manager with strategies and methods for conducting safe, effective, and environmentally sound pest management programs and Protected Species Disposition.

• Support the Environmental Manager with operational information and data as needed for the environmental permits and renewal processes.

• Provide current, accurate and complete operating records, station logs and reports to meet all environmental regulations and operation permit requirements in support of the Environmental Manager.

• Responsible for personnel training, qualifications, technical knowledge, experience and skills required for efficient operations within the environmental function of this contract.

• Environmental Technician Lead shall make recommendations for appropriate environmental actions to the Environmental Manager. Must also Communicate professionally and courteously with customers.
  

Qualifications:

• Minimum of three (3) years of Environmental experience required .

• Must be able to complete the Defense Hazardous Materials/Waste Handling Course (HAZ WOPR) or similar.

• First Aid/CPR Certification preferred.

• OSHA series training preferred .

• Must possess required environmental certifications relevant to the job.
  

Physical Requirements:

Employees must have the ability to perform the following physical demands for extended periods of time with or without assistance . The physical demands of this position may be reasonably accommodated for individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions on a case-by-case basis .

• Must be able to lift and/or move up to 70 pounds.

• May be required to reach, kneel, walk, stand, and use repetitive motion for several hours at a time based on position duties.

• Work may require repetitive motion, reaching, lifting, kneeling, and walking. Standing or sitting for several hours at a time, climbing in and out of a vehicle, and up and down stairs may also be required .

• Must have the perseverance to work effectively under pressure for extended periods of time.
  

Requirements:

• A valid state driver’s license is required with the ability to obtain and maintain coverage by Tessera’s insurance.

• Access to a federal military installation requires a REAL ID-compliant driver's license or an acceptable alternative, such as a U.S. passport or military ID, in accordance with the REAL ID Act. Please visit this website for more information: https://www.dhs.gov/real-id .

• Must be able to obtain and maintain applicable security clearances and installation access. A background check and E-Verify will be conducted for this position .
  

Union Affiliation:

This position is represented by the IUOE, Local 302.