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EHM Senior Solutions

CNA

Saline, MI · On-site

$20 - $22/hr

... environment. - Maintain cleanliness and orderliness of residents' rooms and common areas to ensure a safe and hygienic environment. - Assist with meal preparation and feeding, ensuring dietary needs ...

EHM SENIOR SOLUTIONS

CNA

Saline, MI

$20 - $22/hr

... environment. - Maintain cleanliness and orderliness of residents' rooms and common areas to ensure a safe and hygienic environment. - Assist with meal preparation and feeding, ensuring dietary needs ...

Dental Dreams

Dental Assistant (Saginaw)

Saginaw, MI · On-site

$15 - $19/hr

Maintain a clean and professional office environment * Assist with presenting and/or explaining treatment plans * Maintain a high level of customer service at all times * Work as part of a team with ...

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What is an environment assistant?

Environment Assistants are professionals who support environmental scientists, engineers, or organizations in protecting and improving the environment. Their duties often include collecting samples, conducting fieldwork, recording data, assisting in environmental monitoring, and supporting environmental education or conservation projects. They play a key role in ensuring compliance with environmental regulations and help implement sustainable practices. Environment Assistants work in various settings, such as government agencies, non-profit organizations, research institutions, or private companies.

What are some typical daily tasks for an environment assistant, and how do they contribute to larger environmental projects?

As an Environment Assistant, your daily tasks may include collecting and analyzing environmental samples, maintaining records, supporting field surveys, and assisting with data entry and reporting. You may also help organize community outreach events and ensure compliance with environmental regulations. These activities support larger projects by providing essential groundwork and data, enabling senior staff to make informed decisions and implement effective environmental strategies. Collaboration with scientists, project managers, and regulatory agencies is common, offering valuable opportunities to learn and grow within the field.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an environment assistant, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Environment Assistant, you need knowledge of environmental science principles, data collection, and reporting, often supported by a relevant degree or diploma. Familiarity with environmental monitoring tools, GIS software, and compliance systems is commonly required. Attention to detail, strong teamwork, and clear communication are valuable soft skills in this role. These skills and qualities are crucial for ensuring accurate environmental assessments and supporting effective conservation or regulatory initiatives.

What are the most commonly searched types of Environment jobs in Michigan?

The most popular types of Environment jobs in Michigan are:

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Infographic showing various Environment Assistant job openings in Michigan as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 74% Full Time, 18% Part Time, 2% Temporary, 3% Contract, and 2% Nights. Highlights an 88% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution.

Environmental Assistant Project Manager

TERRACON

Grand Rapids, MI • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 7 days ago

Terracon rating

7.2

Company rating: 7.2 out of 10

Based on 121 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

51st of 72 rated business consultants

Job description

Manage all aspects of an environmental project to ensure that it is safely completed on time and within scope and budget. Responsible for completing the project as per its contracted scope; monitor progress and performance against the project plan. Troubleshoot and recommend or resolve operational problems and minimize delays. May be responsible for resource management, project scheduling, budgets and forecasts, and working with external vendors, subcontractors or contractors. Conducts meetings and prepares reports to communicate the status of the project to project team and client. Set priorities, assign tasks, and coordinate project staff to meet project targets and milestones. May have responsibilities to communicate with the client and deliver work products to satisfaction of client. Coordinates effort with APR to make sure that APR has opportunity to engage throughout the project, particularly at critical junctures. Is involved with approving invoices, preparing change orders, and collections.
Terracon is a 100 percent employee-owned multidiscipline consulting firm comprised of more than 8,000 curious minds focused on solving engineering and technical challenges from more than 200 locations nationwide. Since 1965, Terracon has evolved into a successful multi-discipline firm specializing in environmental, facilities, geotechnical, and materials services. Terracon's growth is due to our talented employee-owners exceeding expectations in client service and growing their careers with new and exciting opportunities in the marketplace. Terracon was recognized as the #1 firm in Asbestos and Lead Abatement.

Terracon's vision of "Together, we are best at people" is demonstrated through our excellent compensation and benefits package. Based on eligibility, role and job status, we offer many programs including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan, paid time off and holidays, education reimbursement, and various bonus programs.
Our national environmental team helps our clients do the right thing for their projects, and for our planet. Our professionals include environmental architects, archaeologists, biologists, engineers, geologists, historians, industrial hygienists, planners, and scientists. Working together in the field, office, or lab, we help guide clients through the steps and processes to address environmental challenges and move their projects forward as quickly, safely, and sustainably as possible. With services including site assessment, planning and permitting including cultural and natural resources, sustainability and resiliency, regulatory compliance, and industrial hygiene and safety, we're at the forefront of helping clients succeed and communities thrive.
  • Bachelor's degree in technical discipline practices by the Firm including Engineering, Environmental Science or Geology and a minimum of 2 years' related experience. Or, in lieu of a degree, a minimum of 6 years' related experience.
  • A valid driver's license with acceptable violation history may be required.
  • Under direct supervision manage a small project, or one phase of a large project.
  • Implement an established project plan.
  • Identify, resolve, or escalate operational problems and minimize delays.
  • Lead safety efforts including preparation and compliance with approved safety plan.
  • Analyze project requirements and perform calculations or writes reports and completes deliverables.
  • Coordinate the activities of outside contractors to ensure they are integrated into the project and the firm receives satisfactory standards of service.
  • Estimate the costs, resources, and time required to complete the assigned phase of a project and monitor activities, allocate resources and assign tasks to ensure these targets are met.
  • Conduct project meetings and prepare regular reports to communicate the status of the project within and beyond the project team.
  • Set priorities, assign tasks, and coordinates project staff to meet project targets and milestones.
  • Submits project deliverables to client as per contract scope and schedule
  • Responsible to deliver work within approved budget
  • Coordinates with APR to ensure appropriate oversight is in place and sufficient time allowed for reviews of all critical junctures.
  • Develop understanding and be aware of project-related risk. Be familiar with what could go wrong on a project and how to protect the Company. Be familiar with company risk policies.
  • Lead safety efforts for team and ensure team follows safety rules and guidelines. Responsible for creating and modeling a safe work environment; demonstrates safety practices. Promote pre-task planning for all projects.
  • Promote continuous quality monitoring and improvement on projects. Monitor quality standards and practices. Engage APRs on projects at their onset.

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