Environmental Inspector/Field Technician (Field Based) at Environmental Resources Management Inc in St Louis, Missouri

Job Description:

ERM is hiring an Environmental Inspector/Field Technician to work a part-time, approximately 20 hours a week project-based opportunity for 12 months at various railroad sites based in St. Louis, MO. In this role, you will perform and document environmental inspections of railroad facilities and operating areas and perform corrective actions (i.e. drain secondary containments, interstitial monitoring, fixing tank appurtenances, etc.).  Training will be provided for all client-specific and site-specific safety, security, sampling and inspection procedures.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Travel to railroad facilities located throughout St. Louis, MO.


• Perform and document environmental inspections of various railroad facilities and operating areas and record observations using inspection forms.


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


• As requested, collect samples of stormwater at designated locations and visually inspect the quality of the sample.


• As needed, address minor mechanical issues (i.e. remove and replace tank appurtenances, drain secondary containment, repair/replace rain gauge, replace drum lid, etc.).


• 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, various regulatory agencies, and client staff and subcontracts at the various client facilities.  Key aspect of work is to develop relationship with client personnel at the facilities to promote environmental stewardship.

SCHEDULE:

• 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, some days may exceed 8-hours including site work and travel, but ERM fatigue management procedures will be implemented to avoid excessively long days.


• Overnight hotel stays will be required.


• Work days are scheduled in advance on a monthly basis and are flexible to accommodate other obligations.


• Availability to occasionally be available on a weekend.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Minimum 3 years of field experience required


• Bachelor’s Degree required


• U.S. citizenship and ability to pass ERM and eRailSafe background check.


• A working vehicle, valid driver’s license, and a good driving record; ability to drive to the various project locations.  Ability to rent a vehicle.


• Effective observational and organization skills; experience recording detailed technical data a plus.


• Effective communication skills with ERM and client staff.


• Proficient in use of hand tools.


• Knowledge and experience with MO Stormwater MSGP requirements, SPCC requirements and waste tracking.


• Experience with water and soil sample collection a plus.


• Proficient in basic computer skills (i.e. Microsoft Outlook, Work, Excel) for communication and preparation of inspection documentation.


• Local candidates only to the St. Louis, MO.