Environmental Professional - Surface Water Monitoring I

About the role

Environmental Professional (Surface Water Monitoring supports the Storm Water and Surface Water Monitoring Projects under the N3B Los Alamos Legacy Cleanup Contract (LLCC).

Responsibilities

• Collection of storm & surface water samples, and maintenance of sample collection equipment and storm water controls.
• Operation and maintenance of stream gaging stations including routine inspections, troubleshooting equipment, and flow measurements as applicable.
• Completion of field work, including site inspections and construction verifications and/or documenting work completed.
• Maintain quality control throughout the sample collection process.
• Provide oversight and occasional audits of subcontractors.
• Ability to coordinate with, and willingness to take direction from project leads as required.
• Support the project with requesting site access, data entry, and report preparation, as needed.
• Comply with all health & safety policies and practices.
• Other duties in support of the Water Program as assigned.

Requirements

• Associate degree, or higher, in engineering, science, hydrology or related technical discipline, or equivalent.
• Experience and certification in Sediment and Erosion Control preferred.
• Familiarity with Fluvial geomorphology preferred.
• Familiarity with storm water best management practices (BMPs) preferred.
• Familiarity with the LANL site and work environment preferred.

Qualifications

• Mechanical aptitude desired.
• Skill and ability to perform basic tasks and to analyze and develop innovative solutions to problems.
• Ability to recommend approaches for new and improved processes.
• Ability to work with broad objectives, with latitude to determine the best way to accomplish tasks.
• Level of language skills, mathematical skills, communication skills, reasoning ability and computer skills necessary to perform essential functions of the job.
• Ability to work in a team-oriented project environment.
• Excellent communication skills (both verbal and written).
• Broadly applied software including Microsoft Office.

Skills

• Ability to work in a team-oriented project environment.
• Familiarity with RCRA waste management practices and sample planning desired.

Benefits

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About Sealaska

Established in 1972, Sealaska is the Alaska Native regional corporation for Southeast Alaska. Our 23,000 shareholders are Tlingit, Haida and Tsimshian people with more than 10,000 years of ancestral ties to the oceans, forests and communities of Southeast Alaska. We serve the twin goals of economic prosperity and environmental protection. Sealaska Technical Services, LLC is a subsidiary of Sealaska. We are committed to providing the best possible climate for maximum development and goal achievement for all our employees. As a subsidiary of a Native-owned company, Sealaska Technical Services, LLC is proud to promote an inclusive and diverse workplace, with respect for the cultural traditions in the communities where we operate. Sealaska Technical Services, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants are considered without regard to race, color, sex, gender, age, religion or religious creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. However, preference may be extended to an enrolled member of a federally-recognized Indian Tribe.*