Environmental Technician

QRC Group, Inc • Aibonito, PR

5h

About The Position

The Environmental Technician will support daily environmental compliance activities within a medical device manufacturing facility. This role is hands‑on and field‑oriented, focusing on hazardous waste management, storm-water inspections, and compliance with the Multi‑Sector General Permit (MSGP) and Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure (SPCC) requirements. The technician will assist in maintaining documentation, performing routine inspections, and supporting environmental programs to ensure continuous compliance with EPA and local environmental regulations.

Requirements

• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Technology, Chemistry, Industrial Safety, or related field.
• 1–5 years of experience in environmental compliance, hazardous waste handling, or related field; manufacturing or medical device industry preferred.
• Knowledge of EPA regulations (RCRA, SPCC, Storm-water/MSGP).
• Ability to perform fieldwork, inspections, and sampling activities.
• Strong attention to detail and documentation accuracy.
• Basic computer skills (Microsoft Office; environmental software is a plus).
• Ability to work independently and follow established procedures.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily collection, labeling, handling, and staging of hazardous waste in accordance with EPA RCRA regulations.
• Conduct inspections of hazardous waste accumulation areas and maintain required logs/forms.
• Coordinate pickups with approved hazardous waste transporters.
• Ensure proper segregation and storage of chemical waste materials.
• Conduct routine storm-water inspections, including outfall checks, monitoring points, and best management practices (BMPs).
• Assist in sampling, documentation, and record-keeping required under the MSGP.
• Identify deficiencies in storm-water controls and report recommended actions.
• Perform scheduled inspections of tanks, secondary containment, and fuel/oil handling areas.
• Monitor spill kits, response materials, and ensure readiness of containment systems.
• Support spill response activities when needed.
• Complete daily, weekly, and monthly environmental compliance checklists.
• Maintain environmental records and help prepare regulatory documentation.
• Support audits, inspections, and environmental training as directed.
• Assist in chemical inventory management and Environmental Management System (EMS) tasks.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree