ERM is hiring for an Environmental Inspector to support a project-based opportunity at various railroad sites throughout Southern California (from San Diego to Bakersfield). In this role, you will perform environmental inspections of railroad facilities and operating areas then record observations and document information. Training will be provided for all client-specific and site-specific safety, security, sampling and inspection procedures.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Travel to railroad facilities located throughout the southern California area.
- Perform environmental inspections of various railroad facilities and operating areas and record observations using a tablet/programs.
- The inspections support compliance with environmental regulations concerning SPCC, HMBP, waste, air permitting, and storm water.
- Conduct tailgate environmental training for facility personnel, as needed.
- As needed, collect samples of used oil.
- Complete sample chain-of-custody documentation, and deliver or ship the samples to a laboratory.
- Perform work safely, complying with ERM and client requirements and wearing appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) at all times, including hardhat, safety boots, safety glasses, hearing protection, and orange high-visibility vest.
- Work within quality/budget/schedule expectations and scope-specific assignments.
- Communicate with ERM Project Manager, client staff, and onsite regulators during field activities.
SCHEDULE:
- Project scheduled to start early 2020 for an extended period of time (1 to 2 years).
- Availability to work four to five days per week. Daily hours and duration are variable depending on the site location and work to be completed.
- Given the drive times to some of these locations from, some days may exceed 8-hours including site work and travel, but ERM fatigue management procedures will be implemented to avoid excessively long days.
- Work days are scheduled in advance monthly and are flexible to accommodate other obligations.
- Availability to occasionally be available on a weekend would be beneficial.
REQUIREMENTS:
- High School diploma.
- Minimum of 4 years of environmental inspection experience.
- U.S. citizenship and ability to pass ERM background check and drug screen.
- Experience with SPCC, HMBP, waste, air permitting, and storm water inspections is a plus.
- Must have a valid driver’s license and a good driving record; ability to drive to the various project locations throughout California. A company or rental/lease vehicle will be provided for project work.
- Must be able to utilize a tablet in the field to document data.
- Must be 40 hour HAZWOPER trained to conduct field work.
- Railroad experience a plus.
- Effective observational and organization skills; experience recording detailed technical data a plus.
- Effective communication skills with ERM and client staff.
- Experience with sample collection a plus.
- Local candidates preferred.
Who We Are:
As the world’s leading sustainability consulting firm, ERM is uniquely positioned to contribute to the environment and society through the expertise and energy of our employees worldwide. Sustainability is what we do, and is at the heart of both our service offerings and how we operate our business. ERM and our partners are driven by a dynamic vision: By 2021 we will be the clear leader in our chosen markets, we will double in value and we will deliver on our promises to our clients, our people and our investors. For our people, our vision means attracting, inspiring, developing and rewarding our people to work with the best clients and on the biggest challenges, thus creating valuable careers. We achieve our vision in a sustainable manner by maintaining and living our ERM values that include Accountability, Caring for our People, Client Focus, Collaboration, Empowerment, and Transparency.
Please submit your resume and brief cover letter. Qualified candidates will be contacted by email, and requested to complete a video questionnaire. Based on review of these responses, shortlisted candidates will be invited for interviews.
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