Environmental Compliance Inspector

About Us

At EA, you'll find yourself surrounded by dynamic professionals that embrace collaboration and curiosity to foster innovation and problem-solving. This culture forms the essence of our value proposition to apply high-quality, objective, and interdisciplinary services to complex environmental challenges. With a strong foundation in servant leadership and community service, EA employees are encouraged to pursue personal and professional passions. As a team, we empower each other to share ideas, believe in our common purpose, and value differing perspectives.

Position Overview

We are seeking an Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) Compliance Inspector to join our team in Washington. This technician position will primarily focus on fieldwork, including conducting environmental compliance site inspections, sampling, and working with facility personnel to develop and implement corrective actions. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in environmental compliance, site inspections, and fieldwork, with a solid understanding of environmental regulations in Washington state. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to work in a dynamic, field-focused role while also contributing to office-based tasks, compliance planning, and environmental training efforts.

Responsibilities

• Conduct field inspections and sampling at client sites throughout Washington (up to 50-75% travel required).
• Collaborate with managers to complete regulatory compliance audits and assessments.
• Gather data and prepare updates for environmental plans, including Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans (SWPPP) and Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure (SPCC) plans.
• Provide environmental training focused on stormwater management and spill prevention.
• Assist in the development and completion of regulatory reports, including DMRs, NPDES, RCRA, EPCRA/Tier II, and air quality reports.
• Support the development of environmental compliance documents, including Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), guidance, and work instructions.
• Assist in the preparation of permit applications and environmental plans.
• Support clients'' sustainability goals and climate resiliency planning initiatives.
• Participate in meetings, research technical information, and assist in environmental compliance program development.
• Ensure adherence to schedules, budgets, and quality standards in compliance programs.
• Obtain and maintain specialized certifications (e.g., HAZWOPER, RCRA).

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of an associate's degree (A.A.) with relevant experience.
• 2-5 years of experience in environmental compliance, inspections, and/or audits, with a focus on environmental regulations.
• Familiarity with federal and Washington state environmental regulatory requirements.
• Experience conducting environmental compliance inspections, sampling, and audits in the field.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to lead client meetings and interact with field and industrial personnel.
• Experience with environmental compliance program development (SOPs, training, guidance materials).
• Comfortable working in both office and field environments.
• Clean driving record.
• Ability to pass pre-employment drug screening and client-required random drug screenings.
• Familiarity with HAZWOPER, OSHA, and safety protocols is preferred.
• Environmental-related certifications a plus.

Note: This position requires specific driving duties. You must be able to pass a motor vehicle records check required by our insurer.

Drug Screen Statement

Offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a drug screen.

Pay Range

$52,000-$67,000 USD

The EA pay range for this position is intended as a general guideline and does not guarantee specific compensation or salary. Factors considered when making an offer include job responsibilities, education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, internal equity, alignment with market data, and compliance with federal and state laws.

Why Join EA?

At EA, our core values are openness, balance, and challenge and we strive to improve the quality of the environment in which we live, one project at a time. Our professional, team-centric culture promotes collaboration and flexibility and allows employees to guide their own career development path. To that end, we provide training and coaching to support ongoing development for our project managers and consulting engineers.

What We Provide:

EA prides itself on servant leadership, career development for staff in all areas, and maintaining work-life balance including flexible schedules. We have a tremendous base of positive client relationships that has resulted in a stable backlog of projects and opportunities for growth. We offer paid volunteer time, tuition reimbursement, knowledge sharing, industry advancement, professional associations, and industry conferences. EA is proud to offer a fantastic benefits package that includes the following:

• 401k with Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Competitive Salary
• Low deductible health coverage for you and your family through Medical, Dental and Vision plans
• Generous paid-time-off policy
• Paid volunteer time
• Tuition reimbursement
• Professional Development
• Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employee wellness program

Accommodation Information:

If you are interested in applying for employment with EA and require special assistance or accommodation during any part of the pre-employment process, please contact the EA Talent Acquisition Office at recruitment@eaest.com. For TTY users, dial 711.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement:

EA is dedicated to providing equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or veteran status.

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