Airport Environmental & Sustainability Technician

City of Cleveland•3001 - Port Control, OH

About The Position

Under general supervision, the Airport Environmental & Sustainability Technician assists with Cleveland Airport System projects related to environmental compliance and sustainability. Work includes Clean Water Act and Clean Air Act activities; noise monitoring; waste handling and disposal; asbestos consultation and assessments; spill response; sustainability inventory and data management; pollution prevention; and compliance with local, state, and federal environmental laws. The position supports permit compliance through sampling, examining, reporting, and quality control reviews related to air, water, soil, and other potential sources. It also helps identify noncompliance with applicable environmental requirements. The technician contributes to airport sustainability planning, data management, greenhouse gas emissions inventories, energy and utility reporting, construction-related sustainability tracking, procurement, and engagement with airport departments, tenants, consultants, and City offices. The role participates in the Airport’s Environmental Spill Response Team and may respond to emergencies on a 24-hour on-call basis. It also supports occupational health and safety policies and performs other related duties as required.

Requirements

Four years of full-time paid experience in office administration, executive administrative support, or a related administrative role in government or private industry; equivalent education, training, and experience may substitute year-for-year.
Advanced proficiency with office software and systems, including Microsoft Office; demonstrated ability to prepare complex reports, correspondence, and presentations.
Strong organizational, written, and verbal communication skills; attention to detail; and ability to handle confidential and sensitive information.
Ability to exercise independent judgment, prioritize assignments, and coordinate multiple tasks or projects.
Valid driver’s license.
Complete NIMS and ICS certifications for the General Employee tier and assigned working groups within six months of employment, and complete additional or refresher training as required.
Demonstrated ability to work in a diverse and inclusive environment that fosters non-discrimination.
Proficiency with Microsoft 365, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, SharePoint, and OneDrive.
Ability to work on multiple projects with minimal supervision and prioritize multiple responsibilities.
Analytical skills, including completing data-driven work accurately.
Interpersonal skills and ability to work collaboratively with others.
Ability to work outdoors and indoors and be exposed to various pollutants and weather conditions during all hours.
Near and far visual acuity and constant ability to talk and hear.
Successfully complete applicable regulatory airfield Ground Vehicle Operator training and assessments within the probationary period and maintain corresponding airfield driving privileges throughout employment.
Successfully complete a TSA 10-year fingerprint-based Criminal History Records Check, employment background check, and Security Threat Assessment.
Pass a pre-employment physical and drug test.
Ability to lift and carry 35 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in a technical field such as Environmental Science/Studies, Geology, Natural Science, or Sustainability, or another closely related field, from an accredited four-year college or university.
Professional certifications relevant to the field, such as HAZWOPER, RCRA, CHMM, asbestos, CPESC, or CESSWI.
Field experience sampling various media; using ISCO and water-quality equipment; troubleshooting; responding to spills; managing waste; and working knowledge of environmental regulations.
Two to five years of full-time experience working in an airport environment.
Experience towing trailers of various lengths up to 24 feet.
Experience using power tools and equipment such as blowers, string trimmers, chainsaws, forklifts, and loaders.
Experience with projects subject to governmental public procurement.
Experience with tools and methods for greenhouse gas emissions inventory and management.
Experience with sustainability data collection, management, and communication, including energy and utility analysis.
Experience with stakeholder engagement, education, relationship management, and communicating technical concepts to broad audiences.
Intermediate Excel skills, including advanced formulas and functions, data validation, conditional formatting, Pivot Tables, and data visualization tools.

Responsibilities

Assist with projects involving Clean Water Act and Clean Air Act activities, noise, waste handling and disposal, asbestos consultation and assessments, spill responses, sustainability inventory and data management, pollution prevention, and environmental-law compliance.
Support compliance with NPDES permits, the Synthetic Minor Title V Permit, OAC 3745-513 Authorization (Rule 13), and the NEORSD Administrative Permit, including sampling, examining, reporting, and quality control reviews concerning air, water, soil, and other potential sources.
Identify noncompliance incidents involving other regulatory requirements, including RCRA/HAZWOPER, BUSTR, SPCC, asbestos, Master Storm Water Management, and Industrial and Construction SWP3 requirements.
Serve on the Airport’s Environmental Spill Response Team and respond to emergencies on a 24-hour on-call basis.
Monitor aircraft noise; maintain noise-event records and logs; research and develop procedures for using the noise monitoring system; inspect sound monitoring equipment; and prepare reports and investigate and respond to noise complaints and information requests.
Monitor consultants’ and contractors’ work to ensure it meets design documents and contract budget and schedule requirements.
Monitor and evaluate sustainability programs and recommend changes when needed to address strategic gaps.
Assist with implementing, managing, and reporting on the airport’s Sustainability Management Plan, collaborating with departments and consultants to pursue established goals and objectives.
Help develop, deploy, and manage an airport-wide Sustainability Data Management Platform covering sustainability focus areas.
Assist with the airport’s annual greenhouse gas emissions inventory and Airport Carbon Accreditation process.
Work with the City of Cleveland Office of Sustainability and Finance departments to aggregate, verify, analyze, and report airport utility bills and energy consumption.
Assist with forming and organizing an airport FOD committee and NOV program to improve communication, education, and enforcement of pollution-reduction activities.
Assist with City procurement for sustainability initiatives, including RFP/RFQ and project-scope development, proposal review, and contractor communications.
Oversee collection, management, and reporting of data for Terminal Modernization Development Program construction activities, including demolition and waste management, water and fuel use, and construction-related emissions.
Support airport-wide sustainability relationship management, including committee and tenant meetings, departmental communications, and employee education and engagement.
Promote and ensure compliance with occupational health and safety policies, procedures, and programs.
Perform other related duties as required.