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Associate discounts and perks * Paid time off for fulltime associates * Career pathing ... This role provides a welcoming and safe environment to pets, ensuring cleanliness, safety, and pet ...

Associate discounts and perks * Paid time off for fulltime associates * Career pathing ... This role provides a welcoming and safe environment to pets, ensuring cleanliness, safety, and pet ...

Associate discounts and perks * Paid time off for fulltime associates * Career pathing ... This role provides a welcoming and safe environment to pets, ensuring cleanliness, safety, and pet ...

Associate discounts and perks * Paid time off for fulltime associates * Career pathing ... This role provides a welcoming and safe environment to pets, ensuring cleanliness, safety, and pet ...

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How much do environmental associate jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 5, 2026, the average yearly pay for environmental associate in Colorado is $60,058.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $44,700.00 and $66,200.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Environmental Associate vs Environmental Technician?

AspectEnvironmental AssociateEnvironmental Technician
Required CredentialsBachelor's degree in environmental science or related field; certifications like OSHA or EPA often preferredAssociate's degree or relevant technical certification; some roles may require OSHA training
Work EnvironmentOffice settings, fieldwork, environmental assessments, regulatory complianceFieldwork, sampling, laboratory testing, site inspections
Employer & Industry UsageEnvironmental consulting firms, government agencies, NGOsEnvironmental service companies, government agencies, industrial sites

Environmental Associates typically hold a bachelor's degree and engage in both office and fieldwork related to environmental assessments and compliance. Environmental Technicians often have technical certifications and focus more on sampling, testing, and site inspections. Both roles support environmental efforts but differ mainly in education level and scope of responsibilities.

What are some common challenges Environmental Associates face when balancing fieldwork and office tasks?

Environmental Associates often juggle a mix of fieldwork, such as collecting samples and conducting site assessments, and office responsibilities like data analysis and report writing. Managing time effectively between these tasks can be challenging, especially when unexpected site conditions or urgent compliance deadlines arise. It’s important to develop strong organizational skills and communicate proactively with your team to ensure that both fieldwork and documentation are completed accurately and on schedule. Most organizations provide support through project management tools and mentorship to help associates navigate these demands.

What does an Environmental Associate do?

An Environmental Associate supports projects and initiatives aimed at protecting the environment and ensuring regulatory compliance. Their tasks often include collecting and analyzing environmental data, preparing reports, assisting with environmental impact assessments, and helping implement sustainability practices. They may also be involved in fieldwork, such as sampling soil, water, or air and monitoring pollution. Environmental Associates typically work under the guidance of senior environmental professionals in various industries, including consulting, government, and corporate sectors.

What can I do with an environmental associate's degree in environmental science?

An environmental associate's degree in environmental science prepares individuals for entry-level roles such as environmental technician, field technician, or compliance assistant. These positions often involve data collection, environmental monitoring, and supporting sustainability projects, sometimes requiring knowledge of GIS tools or certifications like OSHA safety training.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Environmental Associate?

To thrive as an Environmental Associate, you need a solid background in environmental science or a related field, strong analytical skills, and familiarity with environmental regulations. Proficiency with data analysis tools, GIS mapping software, and environmental monitoring equipment is typically required, along with certifications like OSHA HAZWOPER. Strong communication, attention to detail, and teamwork are soft skills that help manage projects and collaborate with diverse stakeholders. These skills and qualifications are crucial for ensuring compliance, accurate data collection, and effective implementation of environmental initiatives.
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Infographic showing various Environmental Associate job openings in Colorado as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 69% Full Time, 28% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $60,058 per year, or $28.9 per hour.

Environmental Services Manager (Evenings)

Compass Group

Aurora, CO • On-site

$57K - $58K/yr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 18 days ago


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6.4

Company rating: 6.4 out of 10

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Job description

Crothall Healthcare, a Compass Healthcare company, provides specialized, high-quality, innovative, and responsive support services exclusively to the healthcare industry. Crothall serves many of the Top 100 Hospitals throughout its over 900 hospital partners across 46 states. Crothall has been recognized as one of Modern Healthcare's Best Places to Work and Best Places to Work in Pennsylvania since 2013. Crothall has more than 32,000 team members, with core services include: Environmental Services, Patient Transportation, Patient Observation, Healthcare Facilities Management, Sterile Processing Services, and Ambulatory EVS. Learn more at www.Crothall.com.

Salary:  $57784 - $58000 / year

Other Forms of Compensation: Eligible for annual bonus 

Job Summary

As an Environmental Services Operations Manager, you are responsible for assisting EVS leaders in directing and overseeing the operational needs of the Housekeeping Department.  You will coordinate the tasks of the front-line staff.  You will serve as a liaison between administration and hospital departments and provide the highest possible level of service. 

Key Responsibilities:

  • Establishes and annually reviews standards and work procedures for all Housekeeping staff
  • Plans work and staffing schedules and areas of work to ensure adequate services are rendered
  • Assists in the hiring process; interview, hiring and training of new associates
  • Orients, develops, and supervises all supervisory/housekeeping staff
  • Conducts regular inspections and makes recommendations to the facility
  • Monthly reporting of goals, accomplishments, and future plans
  • Staff education and training
  • Communication with staff, administration, and other departments
  • Coordination of outside services (i.e. Pest Control, Window Cleaning, Medical and Solid Waste, Document Destruction, and Recycling program)

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Four year college degree, military experience, OR equivalent work experience required
  • At least one year of supervisory experience in housekeeping or service-related field with high customer/client contact required
  • Demonstrated progressive growth in the field of health care housekeeping or facility maintenance preferred
  • Ability to communicate effectively in written format and oral presentations
  • Ability to multi-task and establish priorities
  • Ability to maintain organization in a changing and stressful environment
  • Exhibit initiative, responsibility, flexibility, and leadership
  • Possess a thorough knowledge of contract administration and office procedures
  • Ability to work an evening shift Monday-Friday (for ex: 2:00 PM - 12:00 AM) with a weekend and holiday rotation
  • Willingness to work a 10 hour day on a regular basis

Military Transferrable Skills: 

  • Non Commissioned Officer E4+ with experience in Planning, developing and directing logistics
  • All military branches with experience  of supervising a group of  soldiers of 15 or more
  • Troubleshoots, isolates and identifies causes of equipment malfunction
  • Teaches technical skills to lower grade soldiers
  • Prepares costs and labor estimates

Apply to Crothall today!

Crothall is a member of Compass Group USA

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Associates at Crothall are offered many fantastic benefits. 

  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Life Insurance/ AD
  • Disability Insurance
  • Retirement Plan
  • Flexible Time Off
  • Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
  • Associate Shopping Program
  • Health and Wellness Programs
  • Discount Marketplace
  • Identity Theft Protection
  • Pet Insurance
  • Commuter Benefits
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Personal Leave

Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information.

https://www.compass-usa.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/2023_WageTransparency_Crothall.pdf

Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act. We encourage applicants with a criminal history (and driving history) to apply.

Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. Details: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Crothall maintains a drug-free workplace.

Req ID: 1548845

Crothall Healthcare 

TANEISHA JANEA HAMILTON 

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