Environmental Specialist - Emergency Response

Description

• Read and interpret results of sampling/monitoring.
• Adhere to TRC Health & Safety Standards.
• Work under the direction of Mid- to Senior-level Staff to respond promptly and professionally to urgent client needs in both Emergency Response and planned response events.
• Prepare clear and accurate records of field work performed such as in-field analysis of soil and other environmental media; site sketches/drawings; annotated photographs, etc. via mobile electronic devices and applications (e.g., smart phones, tablets).
• Conduct routine groundwater monitoring.
• Read and interpret documents such as work plans, operating and maintenance instructions/manuals, and procedure manuals.
• For planned response events, preparing for associated client-driven work activities, e.g., planning for field work, contributing to the development of work plans, and coordinating with subcontractors and clients as outlined by Project Managers.
• Collaborate effectively with colleagues to meet project goals and address urgent client needs.
• Follow TRC’s safety, quality, and project management programs.
• Requires participation in a scheduled team rotation of 7-day 24-hour (Friday 7 AM to Friday 7 AM) on-call support (established on a six-month team calendar). The frequency of scheduled 7-day/24-hour cycles may vary.
• Work under the direction of Project Managers and execute work in accordance with the budget agreed upon for the scope of work and schedule with minimal to modest supervision.
• Help install, operate, and maintain remediation systems, and inspect equipment and materials for defects and troubleshooting as necessary. Clean and calibrate equipment and instrumentation.
• Evaluating the physical space of an Emergency Response event for actual or potential pathways of contaminant migration (e.g., storm drains, utility infrastructure, streams and other surface water bodies, etc.) and rapidly evaluating and implementing actions to prevent contaminant migration (e.g., deploying spill kits, working with remediation contractors to mobilize and deploy effective measures, etc.).
• Coordinate with vendors, including analytical laboratories and on-site contractors.

Requirements

• Technical School Diploma and/or associate’s degree in a course of study aligned with the outlined job responsibilities.
• A mechanical aptitude and ability to use tools to advance the objectives of field project assignments.
• 40-hour OSHA HAZWOPER certification (with applicable refresher certification) is a plus.
• Ability to maintain and/or repair mechanical equipment, such as pumps, compressors, and other mechanical systems.
• Approach training and professional development efforts and coaching offered by TRC managers and mentors with energy and intentionality.
• Willing to travel at least 25-50% of the time.
• Expect and adapt to diverse work assignments often running simultaneously and at different stages and paces.
• Demonstrate good interpersonal skills and the ability to work with individuals of diverse backgrounds.
• Experience in Microsoft Office, including MS Word and Excel. Experience in mobile data collection is also preferred.
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment background check, drug screen and motor vehicle records check.
• 30-hour OSHA Construction Safety certification is also a plus.
• Capable of lifting 50 pounds.
• Qualified candidates must be comfortable with periodic regional travel and client support.
• Reliable, dependable, and reports to work on a consistent basis.
• Class-D driver’s license with good driving record.

Benefits

• These benefits are applicable to US employees depending on their employment status (full time, part time, or temporary). TRC offers jurisdiction specific benefit packages for International and Puerto Rico employees.
• Paid time off contingent upon full time or part time status and level of seniority (ranging from 15 to 25 days per year).
• All full-time employees enjoy a minimum of 8 Paid Holidays per year.
• 401k package that includes both traditional and Roth IRA options and Company match.
• TRC ensures that all employees, including those that work part-time, receive paid sick, family, and disability leave in accordance with the laws of their state of residence.
• Medical, dental, vision, and disability insurance.

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance