Environmental Technician – Wastewater/NPDES

Cherokee Federal•Crane, IN

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About The Position

Provides field and administrative support for Clean Water Act and `NPDES` compliance programs. Performs routine inspections and sampling, maintains monitoring records, and supports timely data entry and report preparation for Government wastewater and stormwater compliance requirements.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required; Associate degree or technical coursework in environmental science, biology, chemistry, or a related field preferred.
1–3 years of experience performing environmental sampling, industrial/wastewater field work, or environmental compliance support (internship experience counts).
Ability to follow written procedures and `QAPP` requirements, use field meters/equipment, and maintain accurate field notes and chain-of-custody records.
Basic computer skills, including data entry and use of spreadsheets and web-based reporting systems (experience with `NetDMR` preferred).
Ability to work outdoors in varying conditions and around industrial/wastewater environments while wearing required PPE.
Prior experience supporting `NPDES` programs, outfall sampling, or wastewater treatment plant operations.
Familiarity with IDEM `NetDMR` data entry and common water quality parameters.
Current safety training relevant to field work (e.g., HAZWOPER awareness level or site safety orientation), as required by the work site.
Must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal

Responsibilities

Perform routine `NPDES` compliance inspections and field checks of outfalls and monitoring locations; document observations, take photos, and report issues to the program lead.
Collect wastewater and stormwater samples for a permitted system with 19 outfalls (13 direct and 6 internal) on required frequencies (weekly/monthly/semi-annual/annual), following established sampling plans and procedures.
Follow the approved project-specific `QAPP` requirements for all sampling, field activities, and sample handling; maintain field logs, calibration records, and complete chain-of-custody documentation.
Coordinate sample shipment/drop-off with the laboratory and track results to support compliance deadlines.
Enter sampling results into IDEM `NetDMR` and other required electronic portals, under the direction/review of senior staff; verify entries for completeness and accuracy.
Maintain `NPDES` program files and data (inspection forms, lab reports, field notes, corrective action tracking, and correspondence) to support audits and recurring reporting.
Assist with preparation of routine compliance deliverables (e.g., monthly/quarterly summaries, attachments, figures, tables, and draft narrative sections) for Government review.
Support wastewater discharge management tasks by tracking discharge conditions, monitoring schedules, and permit limits/requirements; elevate potential exceedances or unusual conditions immediately.
Assist with sedimentation pond monitoring for the Demolition Range and support discharge activities as directed to help meet permit requirements.
Provide general program support as needed, including organizing permit documents, compiling historical data, and supporting meetings and data calls.
Performs other job-related duties as assigned