Part-Time Environmental Inspection and Sampling Technician (Field Based) at Environmental Resources Management Inc in Malvern, Pennsylvania

Job Description:

ERM is looking for part-time Environmental Inspection and Sampling Technicians to work hours at various warehouse and distribution centers in the Allentown/Easton, PA area for an ongoing environmental sampling and inspection project. Training will be provided for all site-specific security and sampling procedures, and travel and expenses will be reimbursed. This is an on-call, part-time position.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Travel to warehouse and distribution facilities in the Allentown/Easton, PA area.


• Collect storm water samples from parking lot outfalls after a qualifying rain event.  Would be alerted approximately 4-8 hours before sampling is required.  Work is weather-dependent (i.e., must be raining) and will be conducted during daylight hours.


• Conduct environmental inspections of warehouse and distribution facilities and exterior operating areas and record observations using inspection forms.


• The inspections and sampling support compliance with environmental regulations concerning spill prevention, waste water, stormwater, storage tanks, and waste management.


• Must be able to follow sampling protocol and complete chain-of-custody documentation, and deliver samples to a central location on site.


• Must be flexible to accommodate frequent changes in schedules.


• Ability to work within quality/budget/schedule expectations and scope-specific assignments.


• Communicate with ERM Project Manager and client staff during field activities.

REQUIREMENTS:

• US work authorization and background check as permitted by law.


• A working vehicle, current driver’s license, good driving record, ability to drive to various facilities and either personal vehicle or ability to rent a vehicle.


• Ideal candidate has prior experience collecting samples.


• Effective observational and organizational skills and experience recording technical data.


• Only local candidates will be considered for this position due to strict time demands.

PHYSICAL REQUIRMENTS:

The ability to travel and to work in a physically demanding position (e.g., kneel, squat) on temporary assignments (maximum 3-4 hours, typically 1 hour).
Be physically able to:

• Squat/kneel in order to collect storm water samples.


• Walk on grass/unpaved terrain (e.g., less than 50 yards) in order to collect storm water samples.


• Carry up to 10 lbs. of equipment.


• Work and travel in rainy conditions.