Water Resources Technician

Description

• Interpret federal, state, and local regulatory requirements.
• Monitor, photograph, and document incoming equipment from contractors, ensuring that cleanliness standards are met.
• Document issues of noncompliance and work with construction personnel to identify and implement appropriate corrective actions as needed, ensuring QA/QC requirements and procedures are adhered to.
• Monitor the construction activity for noxious weed infestation, collect seed tags for final restoration, oversee stump removal, identify erosion control methods with the SWPPP.
• Assist in completion of technical reports.
• Verify that wetlands are not being adversely impacted during construction activities and monitor clearing activities to prevent over-clearing from occurring.
• Conduct erosion control, stormwater, and environmental compliance inspections and documentation on active construction sites.
• Determine restoration methods for wetlands, ensuring that seed mixes used on projects conform to the requirements of the SWPP, VMP, and AIMP
• Assist with NPDES program development and preparation of MS4 Permits and SWPPPs.
• Review and prepare erosion and sediment control plans and SWPPPs.
• Actively participate in maintaining Stantec's safety culture, including exercising stop-work authority when activities are determined to be out of compliance.

Requirements

• Technical degree/diploma/certificate or equivalent in related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Minimum of 0-2 years of experience.
• Proficient in the Microsoft Office suite.
• Knowledge of database management is considered an asset.
• Monthly travel to project sites will be required.
• This position requires driving for business purposes. Must hold a valid driver’s license and meet motor vehicle records requirements.
• Working understanding of policies and procedures for HSSE, including client-specific training (as required).
• Experienced at working well in a team atmosphere and independently as required.
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local regulatory requirements associated with stormwater and utility compliance is considered an asset.
• Knowledge of the Twin Cities metro area.
• Interact and communicate effectively within multidisciplinary teams and external stakeholders.
• Must have the willingness to learn new skills while conducting field work.
• Ability to travel to remote sites as needed for extended periods.
• Current technical knowledge regarding construction site BMPs is considered an asset.
• Possess strong note-taking and fundamental technical writing skills.
• Previous field experience in construction site stormwater and utilities compliance is considered an asset.
• Ability to work weekends as needed, as dictated by weather and construction needs.
• Strong verbal, written, and technical communication skills

Benefits

• Locations in MN, OH, VT, & Various CA, NY Areas-$49,700.00 - $67,100.00 Annually

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance