Environmental Protection Engineer Jobs in Arizona

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt, Hourly

Reports To: Project Manager

Job Type: On-Call, Variable-Time

Compensation: $24.00 - $34.00 per hour, based on relevant experience

About Eocene Environmental Group:

Our team has spent the past two decades providing environmental, utility vegetation management (UVM), software and sustainability services. We are fortunate to be a part of the Wright Service Corp. family, which has helped us establish a strong foundation for continued growth and success.

Through a strategic alignment of values and goals, four Wright Service Corp. entities joined and integrated into one, operating as Eocene Environmental Group. These four entities are:

• Forestry & Utility Division

• Environmental Division

• Technology & Innovation Division

• Sustainability Division

JOB SUMMARY: The Environmental Scientist I supports environmental projects through field and office-based activities, including data collection, analysis, and compliance support.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions:

• Conduct fieldwork including site visits, inspections, monitoring, and data collection activities

• Conduct inspections and develop reports in compliance with Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans

• Observe, document, and report environmental conditions, project activities, and compliance status

• Support implementation and verification of environmental requirements, permits, and protection measures

• Collect, manage, and maintain accurate field data, records, and project documentation

• Prepare routine reports, logs, and technical documentation to support project deliverables

• Assist with research, data review, and analysis for environmental and regulatory projects

• Support multiple projects concurrently, tracking tasks, timelines, and deliverables

• Communicate and coordinate with team members, clients, contractors, and regulatory agencies

• Utilize standard field equipment, technology, and software to support data collection and reporting

OTHER DUTIES: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

• Position will require travel

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor's degree in environmental science, engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)

• Minimum of 1 year of relevant environmental field experience

• Ability to perform fieldwork in varying conditions and operate standard field equipment

• Proficiency with basic data collection tools, mapping systems, and Microsoft Office applications

• Strong organizational, communication, and time management skills

• Ability to manage multiple tasks and adapt to changing priorities

• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team

• Attention to detail and commitment to producing accurate, high-quality work

• Ability to meet physical and safety requirements of field and/or site work, including use of PPE as needed

• Ability to read, write and speak English sufficient to perform job duties and to interact and communicate with employees and vendors

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Environmental Protection Agency's National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System Construction Inspection Training Course Certificate

• Experience supporting environmental fieldwork, data collection, inspections, or monitoring activities

• Familiarity with environmental regulations, compliance processes, or permitting requirements

• Experience with technical reporting or documentation

• Exposure to consulting, construction, infrastructure, industrial, or regulatory environments

• Experience using GPS, mapping tools, or environmental data systems

• Relevant certifications or training (e.g., safety, environmental, or industry-related), or ability to obtain

• Maintain organization, accuracy, and quality of work products

• Work independently and collaboratively in both field and office environments

SAFETY AND COMPLIANCE

Support, actively participate in, and act in accordance with the company's culture of safety and employee ownership. Comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, rules, and regulations, and with company policies and procedures.

Eocene Environmental Group, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.