Environmental Technician I/Ii SGS

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Position Description

To perform field-based, labor-intensive environmental compliance support functions associated with air, water, waste, and drinking water programs at the Springerville Generating Station.

This position focuses on hands-on implementation of environmental programs including housekeeping, vegetation control, inspections, sampling, and maintenance of compliance programs.

The Environmental Technician supports Environmental Coordinators by executing field tasks required to maintain compliance with permits and programs including Title V, Aquifer Protection Permit (APP), CCR, RCRA (hazardous waste), and drinking water regulations.

Level I

Key Responsibilities (May perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned)

General Field & Labor Duties

Performs routine environmental housekeeping and site maintenance, including:

• Cleaning and maintaining ash handling areas, evaporation ponds, containment structures, unloading areas and stacks
• Maintaining chemical storage areas, secondary containments, and Continuous Emissions Monitoring System (CEMS) areas
• Removing debris, sediment buildup, and obstructions from ditches, culverts, and containment systems

Performs vegetation control to maintain environmental compliance, including:

• Clearing vegetation around monitoring wells, evaporation ponds, berms, and environmental equipment
• Maintaining access roads and safe access to environmental systems
• Applying approved vegetation control methods

Performs manual labor tasks, including:

• Lifting, transporting, and staging sampling and monitoring equipment
• Cleaning tanks, sumps, basins, and containment systems
• Assisting with installation, repair, and maintenance of environmental structures and BMPs

Waste Management Support (RCRA)

Assists with hazardous and non-hazardous waste operations in compliance with RCRA requirements, including:

• Collecting, segregating, labeling, and staging waste containers in accordance with site procedures
• Ensuring containers are properly closed, labeled, and stored in designated accumulation areas
• Performing routine inspections of hazardous waste storage and accumulation areas and reporting deficiencies
• Assisting with satellite accumulation area management and housekeeping
• Supporting preparation of waste shipments, including staging, container handling, and coordination activities
• Maintaining cleanliness and organization of waste storage areas to ensure compliance
• Assisting with response to waste spills, leaks, or container issues
• Handling materials in accordance with HAZWOPER and DOT requirements under supervision

CCR (Coal Combustion Residuals) Support

Supports CCR program field activities, including:

• Inspecting CCR units such as landfills, and impoundments for erosion, structural damage, or abnormal conditions
• Performing housekeeping and vegetation removal around CCR units and monitoring locations
• Assisting with leachate, and groundwater sampling at CCR facilities
• Reporting visible conditions such as seeps, settlement, or erosion
• Maintaining access to CCR monitoring systems and inspection points

Level II

Key Responsibilities

Water Management & APP Support

Assists with APP compliance activities related to contained water systems, including:

• Collecting surface water, process water, and pond samples from evaporation ponds and internal containment systems
• Inspecting ponds, berms, liners, and containment structures for integrity and signs of leakage or damage
• Maintaining freeboard markers, signage, and access points at evaporation ponds
• Measuring and recording water levels and field parameters
• Performing routine inspections of pipeline systems, sumps, and water conveyance structures
• Supporting groundwater monitoring, including measuring water levels and collecting samples from monitoring wells
• Maintaining monitoring well access, identification, and condition

Air / Title V Support

Assists with Title V and air compliance field activities, including:

• Supporting visible emissions observation activities under direction
• Maintaining and cleaning ambient air monitoring stations, shelters, and equipment
• Performing EPA protocol gas cylinder changes and maintaining documentation
• Assisting contractors with stack testing setup, access, and field support
• Conducting routine inspections of areas surrounding air pollution control equipment

Drinking Water Program Support

Assists with potable water system operations, including:

• Collecting routine drinking water samples in accordance with regulatory requirements
• Inspecting and maintaining potable water system infrastructure
• Performing housekeeping and sanitation around drinking water facilities
• Recording field data for compliance tracking

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

(Equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.)

Level I

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or GED.

Valid driver's license.

Ability to perform physically demanding outdoor work in all weather conditions.

Ability to safely perform manual labor, including lifting, carrying, and equipment setup.

Ability to follow instructions and adhere to safety and environmental procedures.

Basic familiarity with industrial or power plant environments.

Exposure to environmental fieldwork or sampling.

HAZWOPER 40-hour certification (or ability to obtain).

Direct experience performing field-based work in an industrial, utility, construction, maintenance, or environmental setting.

Preferred Qualifications

Direct experience with environmental inspections, sampling, field documentation, or monitoring equipment.

Experience operating utility vehicles, light-duty trucks, trailers, forklifts pumps, hand tools, or similar field equipment.

Familiarity with environmental compliance programs involving air emissions, water management, waste management, drinking water, or Coal Combustion Residuals.

Level II

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum qualifications of Level I.

Four (4) years of relevant experience in environmental field services, industrial operations, or related field.

Experience with environmental sampling, inspections, and fieldwork.

HAZWOPER 40-hour certification.

DOT hazardous materials certification.

Basic knowledge of APP, CCR, Title V, RCRA, and drinking water field requirements.

Experience in maintaining environmental monitoring and sampling equipment.

Ability to recognize and report abnormal field conditions.

Ability to work independently and support Environmental Coordinators.

Preferred Qualifications

Associate degree, technical certificate, or coursework in environmental science, environmental technology, industrial technology, occupational safety, or a related field.

Experience performing field-based work in an industrial, utility, construction, maintenance, or environmental setting.

Experience with environmental inspections, sampling, field documentation, or the use of field and monitoring equipment.

Strong attention to detail, dependability, and ability to promptly communicate abnormal field conditions or potential compliance concerns.

ADA Requirements and Physical Demands:

The physical demands as described are representative of those that must be met by the person in this position to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Field Work:

o Sit, Stand, Walk and Bend: This position regularly requires standing and walking for extended periods. Frequently requires bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, and working on uneven or unpaved surfaces while performing inspections, collecting samples, and maintaining environmental systems.

o Use of Hands/Fingers: To operate hand tools, sampling and monitoring equipment, valves, hoses, pumps, computers, mobile devices, and other field equipment.

o Speech/Hearing: This position frequently communicates with others in person, by phone, and by radio and must be able to hear verbal instructions, alarms, equipment, vehicles, and other warning signals in an industrial environment.

o Visual Acuity: To read instruments, labels, field forms, and monitoring equipment; inspect environmental systems and structures; identify leaks, damage, erosion, or other abnormal conditions; and safely navigate industrial work areas.

• Lifting: Ability to lift up to 50 lbs, carry, push, pull, and position sampling equipment, tools, hoses, pumps, containers, supplies, and other field materials, using approved equipment or assistance when necessary.
• Safety Sensitive: This position performs safety sensitive function, fieldwork in an operating industrial facility and may include driving, environmental sampling, material handling, chemical and waste handling, and the use of tools and field equipment.
• Travel: Regular travel throughout the generating station and surrounding operational and environmental monitoring areas. Occasional travel to laboratories, disposal facilities, training locations, or other company facilities may be required.