Environmental Field Technician Intern

CLASS SUMMARY:

Responsible for assisting with water quality, air quality, waste management, and chemical management programs, and other tasks as required. The position is required to exercise initiative in applying education and/or skills, work semi-independently, be resourceful and systematic in approach to various assignments and tasks; may be responsible for projects or be part of a project team.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

This class specification represents only the core areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the needs of the department.

• Conducts field sampling activities for stormwater and groundwater monitoring programs.
• Executes laboratory methods to conduct QA/QC analysis and calibrate field equipment.
• Manages and interprets analytical data and presents results.
• Performs environmental compliance monitoring duties including technical inspections of equipment, record management, and reviewing work practices.
• Assists with managing the procurement of hazard chemicals and the safety data sheet program.   
• Coordinates with departments for waste removal and supports waste reduction initiatives.  
• Assists in developing procedures, plans, and SOPs pertaining to environmental compliance activities.
• Performs other duties of a similar nature and level as assigned.

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:

Must be currently enrolled in an accredited college or university pursuing a degree in environmental science, environmental engineering, or a related field.

LICENSING/CERTIFICATIONS:

•  Valid driver’s license;
• Maintain Security Identification Display Area (SIDA) clearance

KNOWLEDGE OF:

• Environmental field sampling including the use of bailers, sondes, and other standard water quality sampling equipment
• Federal, state and local regulations regarding environmental compliance
• Compliance monitoring, data management and recordkeeping
• Interpreting and presenting analytical results

SKILL IN:

• Clearly and effectively communicating, negotiating and advocating, both orally and in writing;
• Use of a variety of computer-based technologies including word processing, and spreadsheets;
• Establishing and maintaining effective, fair, cooperative, collaborative and respectful relationships with internal and external colleagues, peers, work teams and workgroups;
• Demonstrated skill in analysis and evaluation;
• Demonstrated skill in use of independent judgment.

ADA AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

Positions in this class typically require: walking, talking, hearing, and seeing. 

Medium Work: exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.