Job Tag: Science/Engineering

Holly Springs is a fast-growing community located in the Research Triangle region of North Carolina. Our Town’s vision is to provide an unmatched quality of life that reflects the joys of small town living in a safe, family-friendly community that residents and businesses are proud to call home.

The Town of Holly Springs is seeking an Environmental Technician, that will perform under limited supervision, and executes duties related to various environmental programs including pretreatment, pollution prevention, Fats, Oils and Grease program and drinking water. The work schedule is business hours with occasional nights and weekends. Annual starting salary is $64,624.16.

Essential Functions

This position will perform physical collection of samples in accordance with the Clean Water Act, Safe Drinking Water Act, NPDES, Industrial Discharge Control, and all other applicable local, state, or federal environmental regulation.
Duties will include field sampling of wastewater and drinking water, proper sampling, preservation, and analysis of compliance samples to ensure legally defensible data is produced. The position will be responsible for maintaining a schedule for drinking water samples that meets the Towns monthly required monitoring.
The Technician will assist the Environmental Compliance Manager with industrial site inspections and grease trap inspections at food service establishments.

Minimum Qualifications

Position requires thorough knowledge of drinking water and wastewater sampling procedures and policies, as well as laboratory analysis, and grease trap inspections.
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a BS in chemistry, environmental science or related field, and laboratory and/or pretreatment experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Ability to obtain Grade I Wastewater Certificate and C Distribution from the State of North Carolina and Pretreatment Specialist Grade I Certificate within 24 months of hire.

What we provide:

Annual pay increases for performance review.
Competitive benefits package, including life, medical and dental insurance, LGERS retirement system membership and a 5% Town contribution to 401(K).
Career learning and professional development.

Under the direction of the Planning and Building Director, the Planner I is responsible for various functions related to comprehensive planning, land development, and zoning, including reviewing complex site development plans and preparation of planning documents for the Town. This position ensures plans adhere to all applicable codes, regulations, and standards.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Planning and Zoning

Interpret, apply, and enforce Town Land Use Code (LUC), Design Guidelines, and Master Plan
Implement planning, building, and housing-related programs that reduce energy, waste, or reduce carbon impacts
Work across departments on zero waste and carbon-neutral goals to achieve Town sustainability efforts
Meet with applicants to provide information and guidance on development applications, local codes, adopted plans, regulations, and planning programs and services
Review and evaluate complex proposals and applications for compliance with the LUC, Design Guidelines, and Master Plan
Review projects for compliance with approved plans

Boards and Commissions

Advise, attend, and present at public meetings on behalf of the Town, including the Planning and Zoning (P&Z) Commission, Town Council, and other boards and commissions as needed
Develop and present the Planning and Zoning Annual Report to Town Council
Manage the P&Z agenda in coordination with the Planning and Building Director
Determine development review process and maintain scheduled Planning and Zoning applications in cooperation with the Planning and Building Director
Provide technical support and training to the Planning and Zoning Commission members
Coordinate Planning and Zoning members education and development programs
Assist with the preparation of Historic and Architectural Review Commission (HARC) and Planning and Zoning meeting packets as needed

Administration

Seek contracts and manage consultant services
Provide support and assistance to the Historic Preservation department and other departments as needed
Coordinate application and project review with other departments
Prepare reports; update maps and planning documents
Assist with the application and administration of planning grants
Maintain records in accordance with Town Records Retention Policies; responsible for Planning Division recordkeeping processes

Safety

Participate in Town cybersecurity training
Work safely to prevent accidents and notifies the Planning and Building Director of unsafe working conditions

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent required; Bachelor’s degree in planning, architecture, environmental science, urban or regional planning, or related field required; Master’s degree in planning, architecture, environmental science, or related field preferred; sustainability emphasis preferred; one (1) to three (3) years of experience in planning or architecture required.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required

Knowledge of: planning techniques, principles, programs, and processes; standard office, planning, and presentation software; Town of Telluride Land Use Code and Design Guidelines; local codes; use of GIS applications.

Skill in: Preparing and maintaining accurate and reliable demographic and statistical data; communicating effectively orally and in writing with architects, contractors, developers, property owners, supervisors, employees and the general public; writing reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals; prioritizing workload; maintaining composure under stressful situations; conducting research for planning assignments; maintaining interpersonal relationships; professionalism; performing duties with limited supervision; proposing resolutions to complex development issues; multi-tasking.

The Water Quality Technician is responsible for water quality sampling from the drinking water distribution system and water filtration plants, wastewater plants, rivers, and reservoirs. In addition, the responsibilities include responding to customer inquiries about water quality and activities related to maintaining contamination response preparedness.

DUTIES:

Collects samples in accordance with the Safe Drinking Water Act, Clean Water Act, Industrial Discharge Control, and all other applicable local, state, or federal regulations

Performs daily activities related to customer complaints handling and coordination of customer sampling logistics. Communicates directly with customers to coordinate investigations and sampling

Conducts non-compliance, operational sampling at water filtration plants and distribution system sites

Maintains online water quality monitoring instruments, performs routine site inspections, sensor calibration, and minor repairs

May serve as a standing member of Contamination Rapid Response Team (CRRT)

Performs activities related with uninterrupted CRRT preparedness. Responsibilities include maintaining CRRT inventory, uninterrupted equipment functions, routine equipment checks and calibrations

Participate in CRRT trainings and exercises

Prepares reagents and standards for both routine and non-routine analyses and maintains accurate, relevant, and timely records

Prepares sample bottles for field work, including cleaning, adding chemical preservatives, labeling, and organizing sample transport in accordance with method requirements

OTHER FUNCTIONS:

Maintains compliance with all QA/QC and safety requirements at pre-scheduled intervals

Creates legible and accurate records of all analytical work

Cross trains in other water quality disciplines

Supports Division Manager or Section Manager in developing Standard Operating Procedures

Performs other related duties as required

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Engineering/Science, Chemistry, Physics, Life Sciences or related field
2+ years experience in water quality operations in water utility or municipal utility agencies

OR

Associate’s degree in Environmental Engineering/Science, Chemistry, Physics, Life Sciences or related field
4+ years experience in water quality operations in water utility or municipal utility agencies

OR

High School Diploma or equivalent
5+ years experience water quality operations in water utility or municipal utility agencies

Stone is seeking a talented, detail-oriented individual with a background in the physical sciences for a full-time, staff-level position in our Water Resources Management team. The successful applicant will support a group of engaged professionals working in a variety of programs including applied water resources investigations, environmental monitoring, stream and floodplain restoration, stormwater and phosphorus management planning, and soil-based wastewater treatment.

The person performing this job will be responsible for field data collection; processing, interpreting, and presenting water quality and hydrologic data; maintaining stormwater practice datasets; and preparing high quality technical memoranda and reports.

Experience/Education:
Master’s degree in a physical science (e.g., hydrology, geology, soil science, environmental science, or related discipline).

One to three years of post-graduate experience in a government, consulting, or scientific position in a relevant field.

To be considered for this position, the following skills are required:

Ability to work both independently and as part of a team in office and field settings
Critical thinking, problem solving, and keen attention to detail
Strong organizational skills
Strong writing skills
Ability to manage large environmental and infrastructure datasets
Intermediate to advanced data processing skills, including R and MS Excel experience
Strong interest in water resources and in Vermont’s clean water initiatives

We are looking for a skilled, resourceful, and collaborative Civil/Environmental Engineer or Environmental Scientist to join our team in Burlington, VT or Bedford, NH. The Engineer/Scientist will work closely with a team of staff engineers and scientists on challenging and exciting projects related to air services, air emissions, and air permitting and dispersion modeling. Projects will be in various fields, largely solid waste, industrial, and energy. This is a fast-paced and dynamic position, with opportunities to be challenged, contribute to project outcomes, interact routinely with project managers and principals, and grow professionally.

Create opportunity! Do you thrive with a range of interesting assignments?

Essential Functions-What You Will Do

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Perform environmental and landfill gas sampling and prepare samples for shipping and laboratory analysis.
Review, interpret, and prepare sampling reports based on laboratory and field data.
Prepare air emissions estimates for various equipment and facility types.
Prepare air permit applications.
Prepare air permit compliance reports.
Review and interpret air compliance data.
Review and interpret air regulations.
Perform air dispersion modeling; prepare related reports and documentation.
Prepare other technical reports and deliverables.
Research and evaluate sources of air toxins and background levels of air pollutants.
Prepare supporting calculations related to air emissions and landfill gas.
Assist with managing the front-end of web-based software to manage landfill gas data.
Assist senior engineers and project managers in preparing air permit applications.

Deliver value! Do you strive for excellence and like to help others succeed?

Competencies-What We Are Looking For

0 to 2 years of experience and possess a BS or BA in Civil or Environmental Engineering, Geoscience, Chemistry, or related scientific field.
Additional consideration given to candidates with an EIT/FE certification.
Strong organizational and prioritization skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
Excellent oral and written communication skills with strong attention to detail is essential.

Reach your potential! Are you passionate about your work and open to possibilities?

Position Type-What You Should Know

Full-time position.
Schedule: Monday through Friday with flexible daily hours and remote office location to be considered.
Located in Burlington, VT or Bedford, NH.
Local travel throughout New England is required.
Competitive wage and bonus package.
Comprehensive benefits package.

About Castle Rock Water:
You can’t live without water, and Castle Rock Water can’t function without great employees. We’re on the lookout for talented individuals who are seeking a place to be valued and make a difference.

Castle Rock Water provides drinking water, sanitary sewer, and storm drainage systems for the Town of Castle Rock’s more than 80,000 residents and businesses. The Town is one of the fastest-growing and most sought-after communities in Colorado and it’s consistently ranked among the best and safest places to live in the State.

Castle Rock Water is a national leader in the water industry, recently expanding its infrastructure to accommodate reuse water, implementing progressive conservation measures and implementing legacy stormwater projects. Whether managing water treatment at the award-winning plant, maintaining the $730 million in infrastructure, or ensuring and protecting long-term water, Castle Rock Water has many opportunities available to learn and grow with the organization.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

Employees at this level are required to be fully trained in all procedures related to their assigned area of responsibility as enumerated below.
Perform duties in support of infrastructure planning and rehabilitation programs.
Develop and maintain Castle Rock Water’s computer models. The position will provide modeling support for operational planning and efficiency improvements, future growth planning, water supply and groundwater operations, and development support.
Develop and maintain an infrastructure rehabilitation planning model.
Develop and maintain standards for water infrastructure. This will include standard details, technical criteria manuals, and technical specifications.
Serves as the primary contact for technical utilities development review issues and status updates.
Work with Castle Rock Water’s Operations Division for operational data collection. This data will be used to support and develop operational reporting systems.
Schedules, tracks, and prepares progress reports. Provides reports to immediate supervisor, department director and/or others as needed.
Recommends and develops standards, criteria and details related to area of discipline.
Ensures compliance with Municipal Code, Town regulations, master plans, policy and criteria, state and federal requirements, and good engineering practices.
Responds to inquiries. Performs general administrative duties.
Supervises utility development staff and construction inspectors. Supervisory duties include instructing, assigning, reviewing, and planning the work of others; monitoring standards; coordinating activities; allocating personnel; recommending employees transfers, promotions, and salary increases as appropriate.
Manages the utility development review process within established schedules and timeframes. Establishes methods for providing effective and timely plan review and approval. Monitors and evaluates the quality, efficiency and effectiveness of the plan review and approval process.
This position will conduct on-site project evaluations and attend out of office meetings
May prepare cost estimates.
May assist in the development or updating of Town ordinances, design criteria and standards.
May perform basic engineering design and project management for department projects.
Performs other duties as assigned or as necessary

Minimum Qualifications:

An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that demonstrates required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered.

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline

Experience: Four (4) years’ of related technical engineering experience, including a minimum of two (2) years’ of supervisory experience; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience

Licenses and/or Certifications Required:

Valid Driver’s License

Preferred Qualifications:
Registration as a Professional Engineer
Master’s degree in Water Resource Engineering

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of municipal construction of water, sanitary sewer, and drainage infrastructure, and development projects.
Knowledge of Town, state and federal engineering and environmental standards and regulations related to development.
Advanced knowledge of hydraulic modeling software and engineering principals related to water.
Ability to communicate effectively with others orally and in writing.
Ability to effectively read, interpret and analyze complex data and information including construction plans for compliance with Town standards and policies.
Ability to apply Town standards and polices to the CIP process.
Ability to provide guidance, assistance, and interpretation to others on application of regulations, procedures and standards.
Ability to use mathematical skills to generate reports, answer inquiries, read maps, verify hydrologic and hydraulic calculations and cost analysis.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and Power Point, including advanced knowledge of Excel including Pivot Tables.
Ability to establish and maintain effective work relationships with others.
Ability to work independently in the absence of supervision.
Skill in supervising and directing the work of others.

The Town of York, a coastal community comprised of the villages of Cape Neddick, York Harbor, York Village and York Beach with a population over 13,000 year-round residents, is accepting applications for the position of Environmental Planner.

The purpose of this position is to assist the Town Planning Department with performing municipal environmental planning functions and be the lead sustainability coordinator for the Town. This position reports to the Town Planning Director. Duties include, but are not limited to: staff liaison for implementing the Climate Action Plan and Comprehensive Plan strategies and actions associated with environmental, climate adaptation, climate resiliency, natural hazard mitigation and other sustainability strategies and actions; assist reviewing development proposals for compliance with Town ordinances as it relates to stormwater and other environmental compliance provisions as found in local, state and federal laws; assist with the development of zoning, subdivision, and related development and land use ordinances to further municipal and regional sustainability and natural resource stewardship goals; lead grant writer/administrator for municipal climate action and sustainability programs/projects; prepares various maps utilizing the Town’s geographic information system (GIS) and images that provide supplemental visual aids for the Boards, Town Departments, or Committees; monitors local, state and national planning, climate action and sustainability trends, and interprets such trends for the Planning Director, Boards and other Town Committees and Departments as applicable. Work is done with considerable independence and is evaluated by the Planning Director through observation, reports, periodic written reviews, and results obtained.

Bachelor’s degree in Planning, Geography, Environmental Science/Conservation/Sustainability (or closely related field) with a minimum of 2 years of progressively responsible municipal planning experience required. Master’s degree and AICP certification desirable. Any equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is acceptable.

The position is a full-time, exempt, non-bargaining, position and will require attendance at regularly scheduled evening meetings as well as periodic weekend work. Starting salary range is $72,065.00-$78,871.43 dependent upon experience and qualifications. The Town of York follows a salary step schedule which provides an estimated 5% increase plus COLA every year for the first 3 years of employment and then every third year subsequent to that. The Town also offers a benefit package including health insurance, life insurance, and two retirement plan options, a generous paid time off policy, 13 paid holidays, and the option of a flexible work schedule.

A complete list of duties, responsibilities and requirements can be provided upon request. The deadline for applications is July 31st, 2023. The Town of York is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to cultivating and preserving a culture of inclusion and connectedness. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, religion, age, genetic predisposition, and any other characteristics protected by law.

Please submit a cover letter and resume to;

Town of York

Kathryn Lagasse, Director of Human Resources

186 York Street

York, Maine 03909

kl******@*******ne.org

The Integrated Building Performance Group is seeking a Project Engineer to join ORNL’s dedicated team in support of clean energy investment at federal agency sites through the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Federal Energy Management Program (FEMP). The focus areas will include Energy Savings Performance Contracts (ESPC) and Utility Energy Service Contracts (UESCs). This position will join ORNL’s team to facilitate performance contracting project development and performance tracking for federal agency customers with multi-million-dollar ESPC projects and other alternatively financed projects. The ORNL team, funded by FEMP, provides federal agencies with expert assistance to help them enhance the nation’s energy security and environmental stewardship through the implementation of sound, cost-effective energy management, and investment practices. In this position, you will be a member of a team that makes a real impact by enhancing these programs and the benefits they provide.

The successful candidate will have close attention to detail, strength in data analysis techniques, and a willingness to learn about: the ESPC process from project inception to closeout; technical and financial aspects of individual Energy Conservation Measures (ECMs) as well as the packages of ECMs that form a successful project; and how the FEMP program assists agencies in achieving federal goals for energy efficiency and decarbonization.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

Review ESPC Measurement & Verification (M&V) reports, extract data on project cost and savings (cost, energy, water, other) and accurately enter the data into the project data repository for further analysis
Assist in the analysis of project and portfolio data to identify potential issues for follow-up as well as successful elements that could be duplicated across the portfolio
Engage agency project site representatives to assess their project status, identifying delayed or missing information, and summarize project and program performance.
Contribute to the annual portfolio-wide analysis of energy and financial performance of ESPCs
Support senior staff as they develop new training presentations for conferences, webinars or pre-recorded training sessions
Assist senior staff in the development of white papers, fact sheets, case studies and other reference documents for the program

Basic Qualifications:

BS in mechanical or electrical engineering and a minimum of five years of relevant experience
Proficiency with the Microsoft Office suite of tools including Excel, Word and PowerPoint
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong attention to detail

Preferred Qualifications:

Master’s degree
Professional licensure as an Engineer-in-Training (EIT)
Membership in a professional society such as ASHRAE
Basic understanding of building HVAC systems, controls, and electrical systems
Some experience with building HVAC calculations and building energy modeling

Duties

Assist the Stormwater Compliance Specialist with activities relating to coordination and implementation of inspections related to the implementation of Virginia Stormwater Management Program (VSMP)/Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) permit. Evaluations include performing wet and dry weather screenings, infrastructure inspections, source tracking, and watershed assessments. Perform field and laboratory analyses with instruments, wet chemistry methods, and other procedures. Perform instrument and lab equipment maintenance and calibrations. Assist with inspections, enforcement, monitoring, source tracking, and cleanup. Educate businesses and residential users about water quality and stormwater related issues. Assist in the development of technical reporting in compliance with the county’s stormwater management permit. Perform other work as required. This position is a part of an approved Career Development Plan (CDP) and offers career progression opportunities and salary incentives, as funding permits, based on performance, qualifications, and experience.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, environmental studies, or a related field; one year of work experience in the environmental field; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Prior experience in environmental investigations, field and laboratory experience, and project management experience is preferred. Requires understanding of aquatic ecology, biology, chemistry, and physical data; knowledge and capability to review, analyze, and understand water quality monitoring data; perform mathematical and statistical analyses; the ability to problem solve and reason quickly with a high degree of accuracy; and intellectual curiosity.

The position requires the ability to communicate technical information both orally and in writing; manage multiple tasks in a timely manner; and establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, peers, and the public. The position requires skill and experience in the use of personal computers, including Geographic Information Systems (GIS), word processing, spreadsheets, and the operation and maintenance of field and laboratory equipment. Ability to read and interpret land use plans, maps, surveys, and site plans. Be able to work independently in the field and office. Work is approximately 30% office environment and 70% outdoors. Fieldwork takes place in a variety of locations such as industrial areas, construction sites, commercial developments, subdivisions, roadways, over and around bodies of water, in and over steep slopes, uneven ground, thick brush, and heavily wooded areas. Work requires moderate to strenuous physical activity, under temperature extremes and adverse weather conditions. General knowledge of confined space entry procedures and hazardous situation avoidance desired.

Description

Responsibilities:

Reporting to the Manager, Environmental Field Operations, the Field supervisor, should be fully competent in all conventional aspects of the subject matter related to Asbestos, Lead and other environmental remediation projects or functional areas of assignments. This includes planning and conducting work requiring judgment in independent evaluation, selection and substantial adaptation/modification/variance of regulations, standard methods, techniques, procedures, and criteria. Devises and defines new solutions to problems encountered. Interprets technical guidance for unusual or complex problems, reviews stage III and IV contract documents and submittals for adherence to state regulations. Supervises assigned inspectors and technical consultantsÔÇÖ staff on a project basis. Will act as an Environmental Lead on numerous Stage IV assignments.

Please Note: This position will be initially located at the LaGuardia Airport, Environmental Field Operations Office, but can be relocated to any other PA Facility within the Port District depending on CMD workload demands.

Qualifications:

Candidates must present the following qualifications to be considered eligible for this position:

Must possess a BachelorÔÇÖs/AssociateÔÇÖs Degree in Engineering or Majoring in Environmental studies, from an accredited college or university with six (6) or more years functioning as Engineer/Supervisor or related experience or possess NYS/NJS Certifications in Asbestos/Lead Abatement industry for Project Monitoring, Design, Supervision, and Site assessment/survey and a minimum of 10 years of related experience
Must have a valid driverÔÇÖs license

Desired:

Ideal candidates will present the following profile:

Demonstrated experience managing a staff of technicians and inspectors of permanent and consultant staff.
Demonstrated knowledge of Construction Management Division (CMD) strategies, processes and procedures especially in Asbestos and Lead abatement industry.
Excellent oral and written communication and presentation skills;
Strong problem solving and decision-making skills;
Demonstrated knowledge in monitoring actual schedules against forecasts;
Licenses/Certifications for Asbestos and Lead Abatement functions in NY/NJ.
Demonstrated knowledge of review of contract documentation.
Demonstrated knowledge of Record keeping of environmental projects.