Environmental Compliance Inspection Technician

Environmental Compliance Inspection Technician

Salary

$29.21 - $43.82 Hourly

Location

South Area Service Center, 4760 S. Greenfield Road, Gilbert, AZ 85297, AZ

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

27-0069

Department

PUBLIC WORKS ENV COMPLIANCE

Division

PW EC STORMWATER

Opening Date

09/29/2026

Closing Date

10/18/2026 11:59 PM Arizona

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We Are Seeking

Team Gilbert has an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated professional to fill the position of Environmental Compliance Inspection Technician. With every job we fill, our focus is on providing best-in-class service to our citizens while offering opportunities for professional growth in a rewarding, innovative work environment.

The Environmental Compliance Inspection Technician reports to the Environmental Compliance Regulatory Coordinator. The primary functions of this position include:

• Conduct inspections of public and private facilities across Gilbert to evaluate air quality, storm water, and hazardous materials compliance - including drafting enforcement actions when needed
• Analyze new and proposed environmental regulations to determine their impact on Town operations, and provide departments with clear compliance direction
• Develop and review compliance programs, plans, and corrective action strategies to keep Town operations aligned with regulatory requirements
• Provide oversight and direction for consultant field activities, and represent the Town at meetings with regulatory agencies and regional cooperative efforts
• Deliver public outreach, education, and training programs to help Town personnel and the community understand environmental compliance requirements
• For a full list of duties, please review the job description.

This is an FLSA Non-Exempt, at-will position with the Town of Gilbert.

Tentative Recruitment Timeline:

• Posting Closes: October 18, 2026
• Tentative In-Person Interviews: Week of October 26, 2026
• Tentative Start Date: November 23, 2026

This timeline is provided as an estimate and is subject to change based on business needs.

About You

Youre an environmental professional whos just as comfortable interpreting complex regulations at a desk as you are walking a construction site with a clipboard in hand. You know how to translate technical compliance requirements into clear direction - for Town departments, for consultants in the field, and for the public - and youre not afraid to draft an enforcement action when the situation calls for it. You bring a steady, detail-oriented approach to inspections and documentation, paired with the communication skills to represent Gilbert confidently in front of regulatory agencies and community groups. You take pride in protecting Gilberts air, water, and land, and you see training and outreach as just as important as enforcement.

At Team Gilbert, we hire innovative, forward-thinking problem-solvers who love what they do! In addition to possessing the ability to live out our core and functional values daily, candidates must possess the following requirements:

• Associate degree or a two-year Technical Certificate (Bachelors degree in environmental education, environmental science, or a closely related field highly desirable)
• 2 years of experience in environmental programs, including compliance assessment and implementation of environmental public education programs
• Must possess or have the ability to obtain MS4 Compliance & Code Enforcement Certified Inspector certification within 6 months of hire
• Valid Arizona Drivers License

This position requires a pre-employment background check, physical, and drug screen.

This position has been designated as a Medium work position that spends a portion of their workday in a field and industrial/construction site environment.

The physical demands and working conditions information above is meant to provide a general idea of the conditions for this role. Gilbert is committed to being an inclusive employer of candidates with a wide range of abilities, and looks for opportunities to accommodate different abilities within reason.

Why Team Gilbert?

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We Are Here to Help!

Gilbert is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. If any reasonable accommodation is needed while participating in the application and interviewing process, please contact our People Team (Human Resources) at 480-503-6823. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation.

Gilbert 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.

Gilbert offers a comprehensive benefits package for qualifying positions that includes medical and dental insurance, life insurance, disability, pension, tuition reimbursement, parental leave, babies at work, and more! Click Here to see a list of our benefit offerings at-a-glance, or visit our website to see our full employee benefits guide.

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Do you have an associate degree or a two-year Technical Certificate?

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Do you have a bachelors Degree in biology, sustainability, natural resources, or a closely related field?

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How many years of experience do you have performing thorough inspections of construction and town facilities sites to assess storm water and air quality compliance?

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How many years of experience do you have inspecting Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plans at constructions sites for compliance with regulations?

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Employer Town of Gilbert

Address 50 E. Civic Center Drive

Gilbert, Arizona, 85296

Phone (480) 503-6823

Website https://gilbertaz.gov/jobs