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Job Requirements of Environmental Control Technician:
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Employment Type:
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Location:
Paducah, KY (Onsite)
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Environmental Control Technician
Aleut Federal is an Alaskan Native-owned enterprise dedicated to supporting the Unangax people of the Aleutian Islands. We provide top-notch service to various branches of the federal government and prioritize community involvement. Our culture encourages growth, diversity, and inclusion, and our motto, "We are One," reflects our unity and purpose.
Position Overview:
Aleut Environmental Remediation is seeking an Environmental Control Technician to join our team to support multiple projects nationwide.Perform Environmental Technician job functions as assigned by supervision. Candidate may be assigned to travel to remote locations to collect samples without additional support or direct supervision.Candidate must be self-motivated and able to work independently.Ability to analyze problems and implement solutions compliant with Aleut's safety and quality programs.Must be able to perform fieldwork in harsh conditions.Candidate may Interface directly with clients while supporting multiple groups and projects. This position requires the ability to travel to CONUS and OCONUS sampling locations; more than 50% of travel is anticipated.The specific work assignment may include duties or activities in one or more of the following areas in addition to other duties as assigned:
- Sampling of all types of media including, but not limited to, air, ground and surface water, biota, soils and sediments, solid and liquid wastes, and other media.
- Conduct sampling for multiple radiological and hazardous constituents, including but not limited to radioisotopes, metals, volatile organic compounds, semi-volatile organic compounds, PCBs, particles, and PFAS/PFOA.
- Prepare sampling kits and sampling apparatus for use.
- Groundwater well preparation for sampling.
- Packing and shipping samples under laboratory procedures and Federal regulations.
- Troubleshooting, calibrating, repairing, inspecting, and testing measurement and test equipment.
- Decontaminating field sampling equipment with physical and chemical means.
- Support groundwater sampling well installation, rehabilitation, development, and purging.
- Generate and collect radioactive and hazardous wastes associated with environmental activities.
- Prepare chains of custody, shipping paperwork, and air bills to support the transfer and shipment of samples to the analytical laboratory(ies).
- Maintain sampling logbooks and records of sampling events.
- Generate complete, accurate, and concise documentation.
- Conduct inventory of stockpiled sampling and analytical support equipment.
- Conducting waste management activities such as packaging, sampling, shipment preparation, and securement under a Waste Shipper's or other supervisor's direction.
- Maintain quality control standards and procedures for accurate and precise measurement and documentation.
- Data entry and other job-related duties as assigned.
Qualifications and Requirements:
- Demonstrated commitment to safety and quality work
- High school diploma or GED
- Associate degree preferred
- 1 to 3 years of related work experience preferred (e.g., construction, environmental, radiological, analytical, geology).
- Ability to travel on short and long-term assignments more than 50% of the time.Travel is scheduled and coordinated in advance.
- Familiarity with safety and environmental rules/regulations is preferred.
- Good written and oral communication skills with the ability to work with clients and project team members.
- Mechanically inclined with experience operating and troubleshooting tools and power equipment.
- Self-motivated and able to work independently in remote locations without direct supervision.
- 40-hour HAZWOPER and current annual 8-hour refresher.Aleut will offer training to employees pre-employment if required.
- Ability to complete and demonstrate competency in Aleut-provided safety training programs (e.g., radiation safety, asbestos, PCB, RCRA/hazardous wastes, DOT/IATA, FA/CPR)
- Ability to read and understand complex instructions, procedures, and requirements.
- Willingness to work in field conditions in adverse weather conditions.
- Basic computer proficiency and literacy, including using the MS Office suite of applications to generate reports, spreadsheets, and data.
- Possession of a valid driver's license in good standing.
- Ability to travel by air or automobile for long durations.
- Ability to pass a pre-employment physical, including pulmonary function test for respirator use.
- Ability to pass pre-employment and routine drug and alcohol screening required for accessing federal facilities.
- Ability to pass a pre-employment background check, which includes up to 10-year employment verification, DMV records search, criminal records search, and verification of education and certifications.
Level Determination:
Technician Levels (I, II, or III) are based on the candidate's experience and education.Levels are generally determined as follows.NOTE: management will use this as guidance for entry and promotions; however, it may also factor other factors such as certifications, performance, safety, and quality of work into promotional considerations.An associate's degree may substitute up to 1 year of experience.A bachelor's degree may substitute up to 2 years of experience.
- Level I - 0 to 3 years of experience and basic knowledge in the areas of expertise
- Level II - 3 to 10 years of experience and general knowledge in the areas of expertise
- Level III - 10+ years of experience and advanced knowledge in the areas of expertise
Supervision Exercised:
Level II and Level III Technicians may supervise less qualified or experienced staff when multi-person teams are deployed to assignments in remote locations without dedicated onsite Supervisors and Managers. Management will provide supervision duties prior to the field assignment so that expectations, responsibilities, accountabilities, and authorities are clearly understood and accepted by team members.
Working and Physical Conditions:
Tasks may require the Candidate to wear a respirator and other personal protective equipment (PPE). The candidate must meet site-specific fit-for-duty physical requirements and obtain any additional regulatory medical clearances (e.g., HAZWOPER) as required to support projects.
Work may occur in multiple locations, including job sites undergoing remediation, demolition projects, operating facilities, and remote outdoor locations.Potential for exposure to hazardous substances and environments (e.g., radioactive materials, chemicals, biota, vegetation, water, temperature extremes, weather, slip-trip-fall hazards, heavy equipment, electricity, hazardous energy, falling objects, hand and power tools, and heavy equipment).Aleut Federal maintains a comprehensive safety management program to mitigate these hazards and maintain a safe, zero-incident working environment.
Candidate must be physically able to perform moderate to heavy work - lifting, lowering, and carrying up to 50 pounds (lifting more than 50 pounds requires using a two-person "buddy system"), walking, kneeling, squatting, reaching, and manipulating sampling apparatus.Ability to walk long distances (e.g., 1 to 2 miles) on rough or muddy terrain, up and down slopes, while carrying sampling gear to the sampling location.
The statements above describe the general nature and level of work the person assigned to this position performs. Principal duties and responsibilities are intended to describe the overall purpose of this job.
This job description does not state or imply that the above are the only duties and responsibilities assigned to this position. Employees holding this position will be required to perform job-related duties as management requests. All requirements are subject to modification to accommodate individuals with a disability reasonably.
We will accept applications for this position until XX/XX/XX at 11:59p EST
Aleut offers the following benefits to eligible employees:
- Health insurance
- Dental/Vision insurance
- Paid Time Off
- Short- and Long-Term Disability
- Life insurance
- 401k and match
At Aleut, our culture thrives on diversity, inclusion, and collaboration. Integrating diverse perspectives opens up new possibilities, fosters innovation, and fully harnesses our team's potential. We are committed to creating an environment where every employee feels valued, included, and inspired to grow and find purpose. Join us and be part of a culture that celebrates differences and belonging for everyone, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social, or ethnic origin, sex, pregnancy, marital status, age, physical, mental, or sensory disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, or past or present military service. We welcome everyone as they are!
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