On-Call Environmental Compliance Inspector | OR

EOC Group • La Grande, ID

92d • $25 - $32

About The Position

The On-Call Environmental Compliance Inspector is responsible for providing environmental inspection and monitoring during the construction of utility-scale electrical transmission projects in Idaho and Oregon. The principal duties include inspection, monitoring, and reporting of construction activities with the goal of ensuring protection of sensitive environmental resources.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, environmental sciences or related field or equivalent work experience
• Current stormwater inspection certification consistent with Oregon and/or Idaho Department of Environmental Quality requirements or ability to obtain within 2 weeks of employment
• Ability to work long hours in potentially extreme weather conditions
• Competence using global positioning system (GPS) units, maps, iPads, and submeter accuracy devices
• Ability to work well individually or in a team setting
• Possess strong communication skills
• Clear communicator, highly organized, motivated, thorough, accurate, and dependable
• Ability to read, write and speak English sufficient to perform job duties and to interact and communicate with employees and vendors

Nice To Haves

• Experience with one or more of the following: Biological resources (specifically avian surveys, raptor identification, and/or botanical surveys)
• Soils Restoration and reclamation processes
• Experience performing environmental inspections on large-scale utility construction projects

Responsibilities

• Monitor and ensure compliance with National Pollutant Discharge System Permits
• Document and report impacts to sensitive resources
• Track progress of construction activities and implementation of approved mitigation measures
• Inspect construction vehicles and equipment for cleanliness
• Ensure best management practices are implemented
• Work collaboratively with construction and regulatory personnel to develop solutions and implement permit conditions
• Photo document ecological site conditions
• Prepare daily reports
• Maintain regular and punctual attendance at work and meetings
• Support, actively participate, and act in accordance with Wright’s and Eocene Environmental Group’s culture of safety and employee ownership
• Comply with applicable federal, state, and local laws, rules, and regulations; maintains knowledge of and follows all company policies and procedures

Benefits

• Compensation: $25 - $32 per hour, based on relevant experience

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: Bachelor's degree