Environmental Specialist
Phoenix, AZ
West – Environmental Department /
Full-Time /
On-site
Minimum Required Experience
- B.S. Degree in Environmental Engineering, Environmental Science, or Geology
- E.I.T. or G.I.T. registration a plus
- 5 years of experience in the environmental engineering field
- Hazwoper 40-hour training, AHERA certification, additional certifications a plus
Additional Requirements
- May require a truck for use on-the-job
- Current driver’s license without restrictions
- Acceptable, 39-month driving record
- If driving his own vehicle, a certificate of current vehicle insurance evidencing minimum statutory requirements
- Access to e-mail
- Must be willing to occasionally travel out-of-town on work assignments
- Must be able to work in a variety mediums (soil, water, and gas) in collecting samples
- Must be able to work in dusty, sometimes noisy environments
- Must be willing and able to conduct sometimes physically demanding work outdoors in the Arizona climate at all times of the year
- Must be able to climb ladders and work with a variety of hand tools, including a shovel, pick, ten-pound slide hammer, and or manually-driven vapor probes
- Must have the ability to safely enter all confines of a structure which may include sub-floor rooms/crawl spaces, attics, and roof access
- Must be capable of remaining alert and upright at all times while on the job
- Must be able to walk and/or stand for extended periods of time; may be required to walk and/or carry/handle loads on uneven, unstable terrain
- Must be able to recognize and respond quickly to sounds on a jobsite
- Must be able to recognize and respond to situations that arise on a jobsite
Job Responsibilities
- Consistently shows up for work as scheduled
- Drives to project locations
- Mentors and directs Environmental Specialists/Technicians conducting Phase I Environmental Site Assessments (ESAs)
- Conducts Phase I ESAs on complicated/large scale properties per ASTM standards including data collection, site reconnaissance, interviews, and preparation of draft reports
- Perform Phase II ESAs, including contractor oversight, building inspections, data collection, oversight of drilling operations, quality assurance, field sample collection/transport, decontamination of equipment, and documentation of field work/activities
- Prepares draft reports for those projects for which he/she conducted the research/field activities
- Once trained and operating independently, completes tasks and submits completed paperwork/reports within appropriate time frame
- Promptly notifies supervisor, project manager(s), and or dispatcher of problems or changes that arise on projects
- Answers calls from supervisor, project manager(s), and/or dispatcher as soon as can reasonably be expected and, if unable to answer call immediately, returns call at the first opportunity
- Adheres to established safety procedures
Communication Skills
- Must be fluent in English
- Written – Handwriting must be legible; must be able to compose correspondence and prepare required reports completely and accurately; proficiency in spelling, grammar, and technical writing is a must
- Verbal – Must be able to receive, and follow through on, instructions from superiors; Maintains lines of communications and communicates effectively with supervisor, co-workers, clients, contractors, and agencies
Personal Skills
- Attitude – Presents a professional demeanor to management, co-workers, clients, and subcontractors; demonstrates a predisposition for working as a part of a team; demonstrates an interest in work
- Willingness – Completes assigned tasks with diligence and without complaint; does what is necessary to get the job done on time
- Efficiency/Accuracy – Work is typically performed correctly the first time. Demonstrates the ability to prioritize, re-prioritize, coordinate, and accomplish multiple tasks simultaneously
- Initiative – Once assigned tasks are complete, searches out other work that needs to be performed or requests instructions from supervisor
About UES
UES is a national leader in Geotechnical Engineering, Construction Materials Testing and Inspection, Building Code Compliance, Environmental Consulting, Occupational Health & Safety, Virtual Design Consulting, and Building Envelope. With over 3,400 team members across 70+ branches in the United States, UES provides essential engineering services to some of the most prominent and significant projects in the country. As the #1 fastest growing AEC firm on The Zweig Group’s Hot Firm list in 2021 and 2022, UES is poised to lead our industry into the future.
Our Team Members
Our team members bring unique skill sets, licenses and certifications, and experience to our firm, which diversifies our team and allows us to provide a wide variety of services uniquely grounded in excellence. Our team STRIVES to uphold our core values of safety, teamwork, responsiveness, integrity, value, and excellence to ensure we meet client expectations, support our communities, and build a strong, reliable team. Our UES team members are kind, passionate, and driven, which creates collaborative workspaces and a sense of camaraderie among our team members. At UES, we are eager to hire, teach, and train the next generation of industry leaders and learn from the expertise of each team member who walks through our doors. To learn more about UES, visit teamues.com
Our Benefits
We understand that our team members are the glue that holds our business together. We value the individual contributions of each person, and we show this by offering comprehensive benefits, including medical insurance options, PTO, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, and so much more. If you have additional questions about our benefits, please contact our Recruitment team at westcareers@teamues.com
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EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran Universal Engineering Sciences is a Drug-Free Workplace. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
