Environmental Technician
Environmental Technician
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Job Description
About the Opportunity
This job description isintended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this isnot intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities duties and skills required of personnel so classified.
JOB SUMMARY
The Environmental Technician (ET) supports the Environmental Program Manager (EPM) within the Environmental Compliance & Occupational Safety (ECOS) Team. This entrylevel role focuses on assisting with the implementation of the universitys environmental compliance programs ensuring adherence to federal state and local regulations.
Under the guidance of the EPM the ET will help provide environmental guidance to university personnel and gain a strong understanding of the environmental impacts of university operations. Key responsibilities include regulatory compliance support environmental site inspections hazardous waste management spill prevention training and environmental reporting. The ET will also assist in communications with regulatory agencies as needed.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge and skills required for this position are normally obtained through a Bachelors degree in environmental science life sciences physical sciences engineering applied health sciences or a related field OR at least 5 years of relevant experience in environmental compliance hazardous materials management or a related field in lieu of a degree.
- Must hold HAZMAT DOT Ground Shipper Certification and Hazardous Waste Management Training Certification or achieve certification within six months of employment.
- Ability to understand and apply federal state and local environmental regulations and best management practices.
- Capable of working in a variety of environments including laboratories storage areas and industrial settings where hazardous materials or equipment are present.
- Prepared to follow standard operating procedures and maintain compliance documentation.
- Skilled at communicating clearly with internal teams and regulatory agencies.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with environmental data management systems (e.g. GIS EHS software).
- Knowledge of sampling laboratory procedures or chemical handling.
- Experience in regulatory reporting or environmental risk assessment.
- Familiarity with spill response procedures or waste management best practices
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES & ACCOUNTABILITIES
Regulatory Compliance Support
- Assist the EPM in preparing for and responding to inspections by agencies such as the Massachusetts Water Resource Authority (MWRA) Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) and the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).
- Support data collection recordkeeping and reporting for environmental compliance programs including: Wastewater permits & reporting; hazardous waste reporting (RCRA Biennial Reporting); spill Prevention Control and Countermeasure (SPCC) compliance; Clean Air Act (CAA) compliance; Tier II CERLCA & greenhouse gas (GHG) reporting
- Assist in addressing compliance violations and supporting corrective actions as needed.
Environmental Site Management
- Support hazardous waste management operations including: Assisting in hazardous waste accumulation area (CAA) inspections preparing and coordinating hazardous waste shipments and maintaining accurate hazardous waste tracking records.
- Conduct routine inspections of oil storage areas and assist in maintaining the SPCC Plan.
- Assist in pH neutralization system operations ensuring compliance with MWRA permits monitoring flow and pH levels and coordinating system maintenance.
Training & Communications
- Support Facilities Operations personnel by providing guidance on: spill prevention & response andhazardous waste handling as well as environmental compliance requirements.
- Assist in reviewing environmental aspects of new facilities projects conducting research on potential environmental impacts and providing recommendations.
- Help analyze inspection data and identify areas for compliance improvement.
- Program Development & Improvement
- Assist the EPM in developing and maintaining environmental compliance programs related to: o Air quality regulations waste & wastewater permits and hazardous waste & chemical storage management
- Conduct gap analyses to assess environmental risks identify areas for performance improvement and recommend corrective actions.
Position Type
Legal and Regulatory AdministrationAdditional Information
Northeastern University considers factors such as candidate work experience education and skills when extending an offer.
Northeastern has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit eligible employees. This includes medical vision dental paid time off tuition assistance wellness & life retirement as well as commuting & transportation. Visit for more information.
All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race religion color national origin age sex sexual orientation disability status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Compensation Grade/Pay Type:
107SExpected Hiring Range:
With the pay range(s) shown above the starting salary will depend on several factors which may include your education experience location knowledge and expertise and skills as well as a pay comparison to similarlysituated employees already in the role. Salary ranges are reviewed regularly and are subject to change.
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
