Environmental Protection Specialist, Field Technician

Cherokee Federal is seeking an Environmental Protection Specialist Field Technician in Folsom, CA. The role involves supporting the Department of Energy with environmental compliance activities, including inspections, spill response, and hazardous waste management. Candidates need a Public Trust clearance and at least one year of relevant experience. The position offers a salary range of $80,000 to $83,000, along with full-time benefits.
Job Description

Environmental Protection Specialist Field Technician

This position requires an active Public Trust clearance or the ability to obtain a Public Trust clearance to be considered.

This position supports the Department of Energy (DOE) Western Area Power Administration (WAPA) Sierra Nevada Region (SNR) in Folsom, CA. The Contractor shall provide support to the environmental department in performing various environmental compliance activities. In performance of these duties, the Contractor will coordinate with WAPA’s Natural Resources and Maintenance/Construction staff as the project scope and definition is determined. The Contractor shall provide the environmental compliance services as directed by the COR and CO. These services may include assistance with the preparation of other documentation required by environmental regulations, DOE, and WAPA guidance and policies.

Compensation & Benefits:

Estimated Starting Salary Range for Environmental Protection Specialist – Field Technician: $80,000 to $83,000.

Pay commensurate with experience.

Full time benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, and other possible benefits as provided. Benefits are subject to change with or without notice.

Environmental Protection Specialist – Field Technician Responsibilities Include:
• Perform services in the field for spill response, inspections, including internal inspections, and escorting county regulators and regional air quality inspectors, hazardous and special waste disposals, pest control contractors, maintenance, sanitation, and safety functions at facilities throughout SNR.
• Conduct environmental inspections, appraisals, environmental compliance activities, and chemical inventories.
• Field verify Spill Prevention Control and Countermeasure (SPCC) plans and Hazardous Materials Business Plan drawings and requirements.
• Stock spill kit supplies, clean out storage buildings, inventory hazardous wastes and materials and universal wastes.
• Place updated permits and call lists in control rooms, build and deliver lamp boxes, weigh and ship bulbs, and prepare batteries for proper disposal.
• Prepare packaging of hazardous and universal wastes for transport.
• Document waste disposals, collect and process waste samples, weigh gas cylinders and other materials, take and process name plate photos, and take basic measurements.
• Assist with the environmental training program.
• Assist with reporting, data entry, and data maintenance.
• Assist with maintenance of bird repelling foggers.
• Support environmental team with field activities and surveys.
• Sign and maintain hazardous waste manifests.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Environmental Protection Specialist – Field Technician Experience, Education, Skills, Abilities requested:
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Minimum 1 year experience of environmental compliance site work.
• Obtain and maintain certifications: HAZWOPER trained (40hrs initial/8-hr annual) CA Title 22 (RCRA) trained, DOT trained (3-year cert)
• Maintain training competencies requisite for hazardous waste handling and operations.
• Maintains a CA Driver’s License.
• The contractor must obtain and maintain a forklift certification, safely load and unload trucks by hand and via forklift, and safely secure loads.
• Lift minimal 75 pounds.
• Experienced in professional level technical writing
• Strong written and verbal communication
• Experience with environmental impact assessments and NEPA review involving construction projects (preferably in the Electric Utility Industry)
• Experience coordinating with other agencies at the State and/or Federal level
• SPCC Reporting
• Hazardous Materials Business Plans reporting in California Environmental Reporting (CERS)
• Diesel Fleets Reporting in DOORs and TRUCRs
• Knowledge of the Portable Equipment Registration Program
• Air Quality Modeling Interpretation
• Energy Star Reporting for Water and Energy Usage
• Pollution Prevention Reporting
• Must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal
• Local travel required
• Schedule M-F Days
• On-site

Company Information:

Cherokee Nation Strategic Programs (CNSP) is a part of Cherokee Federal – the division of tribally owned federal contracting companies owned by Cherokee Nation Businesses. As a trusted partner for more than 60 federal clients, Cherokee Federal LLCs are focused on building a brighter future, solving complex challenges, and serving the government’s mission with compassion and heart. To learn more about CNSP, visit cherokee-federal.com.

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Cherokee Federal is a military friendly employer. Veterans and active military transitioning to civilian status are encouraged to apply.

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