Environmental Technician - Hazmat Team

Wetland Studies and Solutions•Richmond, VA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Wetland Studies and Solutions, Inc., a Davey company, is seeking a full-time, entry-level Environmental Technician to join our Hazmat Team in our Richmond, Virginia office. This position is ideal for a motivated, detail-oriented individual who is eager to develop their environmental consulting and compliance skills while working in a collaborative team environment. The successful candidate will support a variety of environmental compliance projects and gain hands-on experience through both field and office-based assignments under the guidance of experienced environmental professionals. Project work may involve a range of environmental subject areas, including: Asbestos and Lead Based Paint (LBP) Environmental Site Assessments (ESAs) Stormwater compliance and monitoring Aboveground and underground storage tanks (ASTs/USTs) Waste characterization and management Water quality monitoring Air permit compliance.

Requirements

Ability to prepare technically sound, grammatically accurate, and properly referenced documents.
Ability to take initiative, solve problems effectively, and contribute to a collaborative team environment.
Ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships with WSSI personnel at all organizational levels.
Must possess a valid driver’s license and be capable of operating company vehicles.
Bachelor's Degree in Science (e.g., Geology, Hydrogeology, Chemistry, Biology, Environmental, etc.), Environmental Engineering, similar engineering discipline, or other closely related field.
Prior field experience.
Good working knowledge of MS Word, Excel, and Power Point.
Candidates will be expected to possess or obtain asbestos and lead paint inspector certifications within six (6) months of employment.

Nice To Haves

Mapping (GIS, CAD, or similar software) experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

Conducting field activities (e.g., site visits, sampling, and inspections) while utilizing appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE), including hard hats, safety vests, gloves, steel-toed boots, and eye protection.
Analyzing and interpreting field-collected data.
Preparing technical reports under the supervision of a Senior Environmental Professional.
Collaborating with project managers and team members.
Assisting with Phase I and Phase II ESAs.
Conducting soil, groundwater, air, wastewater, drinking water, and surface water sampling.
Assisting with asbestos, LBP, and hazardous materials surveys.
Assisting with multi-media environmental compliance assessments.

Benefits

Paid time off and paid holidays.
Opportunities for advancement.
All job specific equipment and safety gear provided.
401(k) retirement savings plan with a company match.
Employee-owned company and discounted stock purchase options.
Group Health Plan.
Employee Referral Bonus Program: Send-A-Friend.
Locations throughout the United States in major cities and desirable areas.
Career Development Program supported by industry expert safety specialists and skilled trainers.
The Davey Tree Family Scholarship for children of employees.
Charitable matching gift program.