Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health

As an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Waste Management (WM), a Fortune 250 company, is the leading provider of comprehensive waste and environmental services in North America. We are strongly committed to a foundation of operating excellence, professionalism and financial strength. WM serves nearly 25 million customers in residential, commercial, industrial and municipal markets throughout North America through a network of collection operations, transfer stations, landfills, recycling facilities and waste-based energy production projects.

**I. Job Summary**

Conducts advanced tests and field investigations to obtain data for use by environmental, engineering, and scientific personnel in determining sources and methods of controlling pollutants in air, water, and soil.

**II. Essential Duties and Responsibilities**

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Other minor duties may be assigned.

+ Prepares samples for analysis in accordance with established protocols.

+ Conducts moderately complex chemical and physical laboratory and field tests according to prescribed standards to determine characteristics or composition of solid, liquid, or gaseous materials and substances.

+ Collects samples of gases from air emission points, and collects other air samples and meteorological data to assist in evaluation of atmospheric pollutants.

+ Collects water samples from raw, semi-processed or processed water, industrial waste water, or water from other sources to assess pollution problem.

+ Collects soil, silt, mud, or sediment samples to determine chemical composition and nature of pollutants.

+ Prepares samples for testing, records data, prepares summaries and charts for review, and develops a report detailing activities performed and results received.

+ Sets monitoring equipment to provide flow of information.

+ Installs, operates, and performs advanced maintenance on gas and fluid flow systems, chemical reaction systems, mechanical equipment, and other test instrumentation.

+ Assists with the installation of complex equipment and instrumentation including calibration and troubleshooting as needed.

+ Operates fixed or mobile monitoring or data collection station.

+ Conducts bacteriological or other tests related to research in environmental or pollution control activity.

+ Audits properties of samples collected to identify physical evidence of environmental releases.

+ May provide direction or support to less experienced Environmental Technicians.

**III. Supervisory Responsibilities**

This job has no supervisory duties.

**IV. Qualifications**

The requirements listed below are representative of the qualifications necessary to perform the job.

A. Education and Experience

+ Education: Not required.

+ Experience: Four years of prior work experience.

B. Certificates, Licenses, Registrations or Other Requirements

+ None required.

C. Other Knowledge, Skills or Abilities Required

+ None required.

**V. Work Environment**

Listed below are key points regarding environmental demands and work environment of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Normal setting for this job is: office setting and/or landfill/outdoor.

**Benefits**

At Waste Management, each eligible employee receives a competitive total compensation package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance and Short Term Disability. As well as a Stock Purchase Plan, Company match on 401K, and more! Our employees also receive Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Personal Days. Please note that benefits may vary by site.

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Equal Opportunity Employer: Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran

Location: Yuma, Arizona

Title: Environmental Technician

Schedule (FT/PT): Regular Full Time

Travel Required: No

Clearance: Ability to Obtain

This position is eligible for a Department of Defense SkillBridge Program Internship for active duty servicemembers transitioning out of the U.S. Military.

North Wind Site Services is focused on providing engineering, program management, environmental remediation services including investigation and characterization, environmental restoration, unexploded ordnance/military munitions response (MMRP), regulatory public involvement services, environmental compliance, logistics, and records and facility management.

POSITION PURPOSE:

Supports the Environmental Support Services Contract at the Yuma Proving Ground (YPG) by assisting with environmental compliance activities, including sampling, inspections, and data management to ensure the installation adheres to federal, state, and local regulations. Key responsibilities include digitizing records, managing document uploads for customer review, and supporting sampling efforts related to Safe Drinking Water, Aquifer Protection Permits, Stormwater, and long-term monitoring programs.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

+ Assists senior staff with regulatory compliance sampling to regulated sites such as, groundwater, wastewater, drinking water, and stormwater samples for analysis.

+ Assists with long term monitoring and remedial activities at former fuel stations.

+ Prepares environmental samples for laboratory analysis, including managing chain of custody documentation and packaging.

+ Assists senior staff with environmental inspections under the Aquifer Protection, Storm Water and Spill Control Countermeasures inspections throughout YPG.

+ Assist with the preparation and delivery of environmental inspection reports and documentation of findings.

+ Assist with data entry and tracking in Excel or similar application.

+ Digitizes environmental records and uploads documentation to a share drive for customer review and approval.

+ Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education and Experience:

+ High School Diploma

Skills and Abilities:

+ Excellent interpersonal skills; work effectively and cooperatively with all levels of management and staff, and client.

+ Strong oral and written communication skills; ability to effectively present information and respond effectively and sensitively to questions from client, managers, and staff

+ Ability to work independently, as well as part of a team, and make decisions, solve problems, exercise good judgment, work under pressure, work with minimal supervision and prioritize workload

+ Ability to read and comply with project direction contained in project-specific plans and procedures, and/or execute tasks after receiving verbal direction

+ Strong attention to detail and self-motivated

+ Able to effectively adapt to changing situations that might be outside of related duties

Special Requirements:

+ Must be a U.S. Citizen

+ Required to pass a Public Trust background check

+ Required to pass a pre-employment drug screen

+ Ability to complete 40 Hour HAZWOPER certification upon hire

+ Ability to complete Antiterrorism Level I Training (OJT) upon hire

+ Ability to complete Cyber Awareness Challenge Training (OJT) upon hire

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

+ Pursuit of bachelor's degree in environmental science, engineering, or related field

+ Experience and skills with computer applications, including MS Office Suite

+ Experience in groundwater sampling, soil sampling, or related tasks

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

+ Must have the physical stamina to work outdoors for extended hours, often in challenging hot weather conditions, and carry equipment and supplies weighing up to 50 pounds.

+ Employee may be required to sit, stand, walk, etc. for long periods of time.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

The work is conducted both indoors and outdoors. The noise level in the work environment is normally mild to moderate, but high levels requiring hearing protection can be expected. The employee will be exposed to moving mechanical equipment, machinery, and vehicles.

North Wind offers a competitive pay and benefits package to include health, life, and disability insurance benefits, 401(k) with company match, generous paid leave and tuition reimbursement for eligible employees. As a company, we are committed to employee wellness, professional development, and work-life balance. We value safety, reliability, and commitment to our people! For more information about our benefits or hiring philosophy, visit the North Wind Career Opportunities Page.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The nature of those accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis. If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, or are limited in the ability or unable to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, you may contact our Helpline +1.208.528.8718 or use the Request for Reasonable Accommodation (https://northwindgrp.com/careers/request-for-reasonable-accommodation-confidential/) form to get assistance.

North Wind is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, religion, or other legally protected status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Proof of citizenship will be required as a condition of employment.

Candidates may be required to obtain and hold a Secret or Higher US Government Clearance.

Location: Yuma, Arizona

Title: Environmental Technician

Schedule (FT/PT): Regular Full Time

Travel Required: No

Clearance: Ability to Obtain

North Wind Site Services is focused on providing engineering, program management, environmental remediation services including investigation and characterization, environmental restoration, unexploded ordnance/military munitions response (MMRP), regulatory public involvement services, environmental compliance, logistics, and records and facility management.

POSITION PURPOSE:

Supports the Environmental Support Services Contract at the Yuma Proving Ground (YPG) by assisting with environmental compliance activities, including sampling, inspections, and data management to ensure the installation adheres to federal, state, and local regulations. Key responsibilities include digitizing records, managing document uploads for customer review, and supporting sampling efforts related to Safe Drinking Water, Aquifer Protection Permits, Stormwater, and long-term monitoring programs.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

+ Assists senior staff with regulatory compliance sampling to regulated sites such as, groundwater, wastewater, drinking water, and stormwater samples for analysis.

+ Assists with long term monitoring and remedial activities at former fuel stations.

+ Prepares environmental samples for laboratory analysis, including managing chain of custody documentation and packaging.

+ Assists senior staff with environmental inspections under the Aquifer Protection, Storm Water and Spill Control Countermeasures inspections throughout YPG.

+ Assist with the preparation and delivery of environmental inspection reports and documentation of findings.

+ Assist with data entry and tracking in Excel or similar application.

+ Digitizes environmental records and uploads documentation to a share drive for customer review and approval.

+ Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education and Experience:

+ High School Diploma

Skills and Abilities:

+ Excellent interpersonal skills; work effectively and cooperatively with all levels of management and staff, and client.

+ Strong oral and written communication skills; ability to effectively present information and respond effectively and sensitively to questions from client, managers, and staff

+ Ability to work independently, as well as part of a team, and make decisions, solve problems, exercise good judgment, work under pressure, work with minimal supervision and prioritize workload

+ Ability to read and comply with project direction contained in project-specific plans and procedures, and/or execute tasks after receiving verbal direction

+ Strong attention to detail and self-motivated

+ Able to effectively adapt to changing situations that might be outside of related duties

Special Requirements:

+ Must be a U.S. Citizen

+ Required to pass a Public Trust background check

+ Required to pass a pre-employment drug screen

+ Ability to complete 40 Hour HAZWOPER certification upon hire

+ Ability to complete Antiterrorism Level I Training (OJT) upon hire

+ Ability to complete Cyber Awareness Challenge Training (OJT) upon hire

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

+ Pursuit of bachelor's degree in environmental science, engineering, or related field

+ Experience and skills with computer applications, including MS Office Suite

+ Experience in groundwater sampling, soil sampling, or related tasks

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

+ Must have the physical stamina to work outdoors for extended hours, often in challenging hot weather conditions, and carry equipment and supplies weighing up to 50 pounds.

+ Employee may be required to sit, stand, walk, etc. for long periods of time.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

The work is conducted both indoors and outdoors. The noise level in the work environment is normally mild to moderate, but high levels requiring hearing protection can be expected. The employee will be exposed to moving mechanical equipment, machinery, and vehicles.

North Wind offers a competitive pay and benefits package to include health, life, and disability insurance benefits, 401(k) with company match, generous paid leave and tuition reimbursement for eligible employees. As a company, we are committed to employee wellness, professional development, and work-life balance. We value safety, reliability, and commitment to our people! For more information about our benefits or hiring philosophy, visit the North Wind Career Opportunities Page.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The nature of those accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis. If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, or are limited in the ability or unable to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, you may contact our Helpline +1.208.528.8718 or use the Request for Reasonable Accommodation (https://northwindgrp.com/careers/request-for-reasonable-accommodation-confidential/) form to get assistance.

North Wind is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, religion, or other legally protected status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Proof of citizenship will be required as a condition of employment.

Candidates may be required to obtain and hold a Secret or Higher US Government Clearance.

Langan provides expert land development engineering and environmental consulting services for major developers, renewable energy producers, energy companies, corporations, healthcare systems, colleges/universities, and large infrastructure programs throughout the U.S. and around the world. Our employees collaborate seamlessly among 40+ offices and gain valuable hands-on experience that fosters career growth. Langan culture is entrepreneurial from advancing innovative technical solutions, to participating in robust training and knowledge sharing, to making progressive change within the communities we live and work.

Consistently ranked among the top ten “Best Firms to Work For” and Engineering News-Record’s top 50 firms worldwide, Langan attracts and retains the best talent in the industry. Employees thrive at Langan, a firm that fosters an inclusive and supportive work environment for all; prioritizes wellbeing, health, and safety; encourages volunteerism and philanthropy; offers workplace flexibility, along with carbon-neutral office spaces; and empowers individuals to contribute their skills and knowledge to make impactful contributions.

Job Summary

Langan is seeking a Project Environmental Scientist, Geologist, Engineer or Hydrogeologist to join its collaborative team Phoenix, AZ. This individual will serve a key function in managing environmental investigation and remediation projects, delivering technically excellent services, preparing technical proposals and reports, conducting environmental research and analyses, supervising field investigations, and managing staff. In this role, you will have the opportunity to further develop both project management and staff management skills, interact with clients, and work on exciting small and large-scale projects.

Job Responsibilities

+ Manage environmental investigation and remediation projects;

+ Manage and deliver on Phase I and Phase II ESAs;

+ Ensure QA/QC on work product;

+ Perform complex analyses for specific portions of broader engineering and environmental projects;

+ Supervise field activities and ensure correct interpretations of findings;

+ Manage and deliver on multiple projects and tasks within specific budgets, schedules, and deadlines;

+ Effectively organize, write and edit draft proposals, reports and other documents;

+ Participate in the identification and pursuit of new clients, develop additional work within an existing projects and attend business development meetings with new and existing clients;

+ Provide direct oversight and management of junior staff for specific project assignments. Coach, train, and motivate staff assigned to Environmental projects. Participate in interviewing and hiring staff;

+ Coordinate other work groups across office locations and disciplines on an as-needed basis;

+ Interface effectively and professionally with clients, contractors, subcontractors, staff, project personnel, supervisors, and others; and

+ Perform other duties as requested.

Qualifications

+ Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Geology, or Environmental Engineering; (Master’s degree a plus);

+ LEED AP or PE certification;

+ 6+ years of related work experience;

+ Proficient in environmental due diligence;

+ Knowledge of quantitative/technical analyses and related software. Demonstrated ability to perform quantitative and technical analyses;

+ Hazwoper training, maintenance of annual physical and respirator fit test, and annual 8-hr. Hazwoper re-certification;

+ Comprehensive understanding of regulatory requirements;

+ Excellent public speaking, written, and verbal communication skills;

+ Strong attention to detail with excellent analytical and judgment capabilities;

+ Ability to effectively work independently and in a team environment;

+ Ability to multi-task effectively, manage multiple projects and clients, develop and manage project budgets, and effectively manage and coach staff;

+ Ability to work evenings and/or weekends as projects require; and

+ Possess reliable transportation for client meetings and job site visits and a valid driver’s license in good standing.

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Langan provides a rich array of programs and benefits to help its employees advance their careers and enhance the quality of their lives. Our comprehensive compensation package includes: full-time employment company paid medical, dental, and vision coverage; life insurance, short- and long-term disability insurance, and paid pregnancy disability leave; 401(k)/Roth with company match; paid time off including parental and military leave; employee referral and professional license bonuses; and educational reimbursement.

Langan offers employee resource groups; flexible work schedules; extensive training; wellness programs; buddy and mentoring programs; and much more!

Langan is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans. We believe that an inclusive workplace is essential for the well-being and success of our employees.