Entry Level Environmental Jobs in Ohio (NOW HIRING)

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Inspection and Compliance Monitoring

• Conduct field inspections of industrial, commercial, construction and residential sites to ensure compliance with environmental regulations.

• Inspect facilities for adherence to air quality, water quality, hazardous waste management, and other environmental standards based on the practice area.

• Monitor construction and development projects for compliance with environmental permits and mitigation plans.

• Communication skills with onsite personnel to relay site findings, concerns, recommendations, or project designs.

Data Collection and Analysis

• Collect and analyze environmental samples, including soil, water, air, and biological specimens.

• Use monitoring equipment to measure environmental parameters such as pollutant levels and noise levels.

• Maintain accurate and detailed records of inspections, sample collections, photographs, and monitoring activities.

Reporting and Documentation

• Prepare detailed inspection reports, including findings, recommendations, and corrective actions.

• Skilled in Microsoft applications including PowerPoint, Excel, and Word.

• Document violations and prepare notices of non-compliance or enforcement actions.

• Assist in the preparation of environmental impact assessments and regulatory compliance reports.

Regulatory Compliance

• Interpret and apply federal, state, and local environmental regulations and standards.

• Knowledge of the Ohio EPA Construction General Permit (OHC00006), and construction Best Management Practices as described in the Ohio Department of Natural Resources' Rainwater and Land Development Manual

• Provide guidance to businesses, developers, and the public on environmental compliance requirements or design criteria.

• Collaboration and Coordination

• Collaborate with engineers, scientists, and planners to address environmental issues and develop mitigation strategies.

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications:

• Education: High School Degree

• Experience: None, entry-level

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience: Knowledge of construction techniques, soils, and an understanding of stormwater runoff. Knowledge of the Ohio EPA Construction General Permit (OHC00006), and construction Best Management Practices as described in the Ohio Department of Natural Resources' Rainwater and Land Development Manual.

Desired Skills:

• Customer Service experience, problem solving mindset

• Thrive in independent/solo work environments

• Consultative or educational approach to client relationships

• Outdoors working conditions, remote locations, all weather conditions

Work Environment

We enjoy and appreciate collaboration as a team and expect great communication, but all work very independently in the field as an inspector, with minimal supervision. We are on the road a lot (day travel only, you will be home each evening, unless out of town work is scheduled for a project), outdoors in varying types of weather, city/residential neighborhoods, and sometimes in remote and challenging locations. If this sounds like a good fit for you, we'd love to learn more about your work experience and your strengths.

This position is a remote hybrid role, meaning employees will work remotely from the field or home, but may be required to come into the Stow, Ohio office to retrieve/return their company vehicle each day or on an as needed basis for training and report collaboration in the office.

Standard office equipment will be provided to work in the office.

Additional:

Department & Division: 490 Compliance Services

Exempt Status*: Non-Exempt

Reports to**: Varies

Works with Inside Company:

• Internal Human Resources Team

• Internal Corporate Teams

• Field leadership & Personnel

Works with Outside Company:

• Consultants and vendors as necessary

• Contractors and Project Managers

Working Conditions:

• On-site work, outdoors, on active and non-active construction sites in both urban and rural areas

• Long periods of driving throughout the state

• Some weekend and out-of-town travel can be expected.

Supervisor Responsibilities:

• None

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position for long periods of time

• Repeat motions that may include the wrist, hands, and/or fingers

• Light work that includes moving objects up to 20 lbs.

• Communication with others to exchange information. Must be able to see, read, write, and speak.

• Daily standing, walking, reaching, stooping, kneeling, crouching

• Working outdoors in all kinds of weather.

• Walking for periods of time including, maneuvering uneven, uphill, and downhill terrain

Travel Requirements:

• % of out- of-town travel time: 5%

*This position is classified as non-exempt based on the job duties.

**The company reserves the right to make changes to the reporting structure for this position due to business needs.