Environmental Restoration Specialist

Environmental Restoration Specialist

BB&E is a full service civil and environmental engineering and consulting firm, headquartered in Northville, Michigan, which services both the Federal and Industrial sectors throughout the United States. BB&E team members provide Environmental Consulting, Facilities Engineering and Program/Project Management Services to Federal and private sectors.

Position Summary

BB&E is seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Environmental Restoration Specialist to join our team supporting our NASA Environmental Services contract at Ames Research Center in Mountain View, CA.  

Job Duties & Responsibilities

·        Organize, schedule, and provide field management of groundwater sampling and monitoring program and soil sampling projects at Ames Research Center.  

·        Manage the operations and provide routine maintenance of two groundwater treatment systems (filters, air compressors, AOP components)  Troubleshoot treatment system and extraction well malfunctions.  Schedule non-routine maintenance and repair activities with subcontractors and provide subcontractor oversight .

·        Manage NPDES sampling program associated with the two groundwater treatment systems.

·        Assist with the preparation of Operation and Maintenance Plans and  NPDES Self-Monitoring  Reports

·        Perform daily, weekly and monthly inspections and reporting for groundwater treatment systems

·        Provide site investigation support, including Phase II ESAs, preliminary assessments, site inspections, vapor intrusion investigations, and remedial investigations 

·        Maintain and provide calibration of environmental equipment.

·        Track, document, and make decisions during field activities 

·        Perform assigned work in accordance with project schedules, plans, and budgets 

·        Occasional off-hour and weekend work is required to respond to treatment system shutdowns and alarms.

Key Qualifications

·     Ability to successfully pass a federal agency background check is required 

·     Knowledge: 

·     Ability to collect and organize project data, conduct analysis, prepare reports, and provide recommendations without assistance 

·     Experience with operation and maintenance of groundwater remediation systems.

·     Field work experience (e.g., soil, sediment, surface water, storm water, soil vapor, and groundwater sampling including experience with PFAS) is preferred 

·     Strong Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively convey complex technical concepts to diverse audiences 

·     Software: Proficiency using MS Office software including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint is required .  Experience with treatment system software, including Wonderware, is preferred.

Self-Starter: Highly motivated, with the ability to problem solve and function as a member of a team

Experience & Education

·     Experience: 10 years’ related experience as an environmental  technician, including managing and overseeing subcontractors in multimedia investigations, is required 

·     Experience: 5-10 years’ related experience providing O&M activities on groundwater and air sparge/vapor extraction remediation systems, is required 

·     Certification and Training: Hight school diploma and 40-hour HAZWOPER certification is required.  College studies including environmental science and chemistry is highly recommended.

·     Education: A high school diploma is required

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to walk, sit, and/or stand for extended periods for multiple days/weeks 

• Able to operate office equipment, including computer, copy machine, phone, etc. 

• Capable of light lifting, up to 50 lbs. 

• Working conditions: 

o   Able to work both indoor/outdoor (with exposure to the elements) 

o   Able to walk/climb/knee/crouch and reach 

o   Able to work on rough terrain when necessary 

o   Able to work in confined spaces and/or heights 

o   Able to wear the required PPE, minimally use gloves, a hard hat, a respirator, and steel-toe boots that may be in combination with protective clothing/suits, a respirator, and/or a fall restraint/recovery harness 

Exposure to hazards/contaminants at times 

Compensation, Benefits & Perks 

·        Competitive compensation packages with salary range of $90,000-$125,000 

·        Participation in the Employee Stock Ownership Plan – BB&E is 100% employee-owned! 

·        Discretionary bonus 

·        *Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance with health care concierge 

·        *Employer provided Short-Term & Long-Term disability 

·        *Employer provided Life insurance 

·        *Employee options for supplemental life, supplemental accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and Identity theft protection benefits 

·        *Generous PTO plus 11 paid holidays 

·        Traditional & Roth 401(k) options with fully vested employer match 

·        Tuition reimbursement & professional development 

·        Employee referral program 

·        Employee discounts 

·        Employee Assistance Program (EAP) 

·        Pet insurance discount 

*Applies only to full-time employees 

*BB&E is an Equal Opportunity Employer and an Affirmative Action Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.