Environmental Technician Jobs in California

Job Title: Prevention and Mitigation Range Forestry Technician Company: Location: Cedarville, CA Description: A Prevention & Mitigation(GS-07 Range/Forestry Technician) prepares and implements, or assists in the preparation and implementation of the wildland fire prevention and mitigation plans ensuring that it is well coordinated with other unit function plans and with cooperating entities.  Assists in planning for activities in wildland fire prevention and mitigation.  Monitors wildland fire prevention and mitigation activities and evaluates the effectiveness of the programs.  Works with the public to promote prevention and mitigation awareness of wildland/urban interface fire issues through meetings, personal contacts, radio and news releases.  Provides wildland fire prevention education to schools and promotes wildland fire prevention awareness.

Job Title: PGD Environmental Technician Company: Florida Power & Light Company Location: Hinkley, CA Description: The Environmental Technician assists the Environmental Specialist in the day to day management of environmental affairs at seven(7) operating power plants (Harper Lake and Kramer SEGS Facilities) located in California.Position requires assisting the Environmental Specialist in managing emissions monitoring systems (CEMS), waste management tracking and reporting, managing spill response plans and training, and developing routine reports for air, water, waste and wastewater permits. Other responsibilities include sampling and analysis on applicable plant or site water, wastewater and evaporation pond systems. Documents results, prepares reports and if necessary, recommends corrective actions.Assists in establishing procedures and data collection, and analysis for Environmental, Chemistry and Evaporation Pond Programs. Assist in managing environmental compliance through compliance databases, procedure development, record keeping, reporting and training of on-site staff in environmental compliance. All jobs may include other miscellaneous duties and assigned.The selected candidate will report to Plant Management, as well as to Environmental Specialist. This position may require occasional overtime,holiday,weekend work and occasional travel.

Job Title: Environmental Specialist Company: PSC Location: Santa Clara, CA Description: Job Title: Environmental SpecialistRequisition #: ESD690Relocation Approved: NoState/Province: CaliforniaCity: Santa ClaraJob Description: JOB SUMMARY: Under immediate supervision, performs various assigned tasks and physical labor to ensure proper off-site treatment and disposal of customers’ hazardous waste materials in accordance with environmentally responsible and cost effective practices and PSC policies, practices and procedures. PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: • Processes hazardous materials including receiving, logging, labeling, segregating, classifying known and unknown materials, waste sampling and profiling, and packaging in accordance with Lab Pack policies, procedures and practices and all applicable regulations. • Properly manifests including Land Disposal Restrictions (LDR’s) and labels waste materials in accordance with appropriate regulations and procedures. • Transports personnel and waste to and from customer’s job locations. • Follows, understands, and promotes by example, all Health & Safety /Job Safety Analysis (JSA’s) procedures as outlined in the PSC Lab Pack procedures and policies, including development of on-site Health &Safety plans/JSA’s. • Maintains Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with Hazmat Endorsement to legally operate the local PSC vehicles necessary for transporting personnel and waste to and from customers’ job locations. • Provides support to the Depack, Retail and HHW groups both internally or On-site as needed. • Performs consolidation of Hazardous materials/waste (i.e. bulking, repackaging). • Performs other duties as required. EDUCATION/CREDENTIALS: • 4 year college degree in area of General Science or equivalent experience. • Drivers License with clear record. JOBRELATED EXPERIENCE: • 0-2 years. DEMONSTRATED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: • Strong communication skills to interact with customer to provide information, explanations, and/or instructions. • Team player. • Attention to detail. • Ability to follow procedures. WORKING ENVIRONMENT: • Customer sites, plant, labs. • Indoor/Outdoor.var isResizable = false; function noOp() function createTarget(form) else if(typeof(form.args)=="undefined") if(form.args.indexOf(""); form.args += eval(_args[i][0]) + _args[i][1]; } } form.args = form.args.replace(/ /g,""); _win = window.open('',form.target,form.args); if(typeof(focus)=="function") _win.focus(); form.submit(); return false; }function MenuValidateForm() } return true; }

Job Title: (2) Environmental Technicians - OSHA Hazwoper Company: Location: San Francisco, CA Description: TechUSA has an immediate need for (2) Environmental Field Technicians with current OSHA 40 Hour Hazwoper Training. Location: Hunters Point (Bayview District) Duration: 3 weeks Compensation: $18.00 - $20.00/hr ($750-1,000/wk) Start Date: 3/10 Requirements: - OSHA 40 Hour Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response (HAZWOPER), Title 8 California Code of Regulations (8 CCR) 5192e. - Must be physically fit and able to lift 50 lbs - Employees will be enrolled in a medical monitoring program which provides a fitness for duty certification based on work in a hazardous waste environment. For immediate consideration or additional information please contact Tom Mutaffis at Register to View and send resumes to Register to View Key Words: Environmental clean up remediation construction general labor operations and maintenance O&M hazardous materials worker.

Job Title: Heavy Fire Engine Operator Range Forestry Technician Company: Location: Susanville, CA Description: A Heavy Fire Engine Operator(GS-07 Range/Forestry Technician) serves as a Fire Engine Operator, assistant to the supervisor of the Fire Engine Module.  Drives and operates a wildland fire engine, positioning the engine for proper use and operation. Personally performs and directs others in starting pump engine, priming pump, adjusting engine speed and pump valves, laying hose, and using appropriate nozzles and nozzle adjustment in effective use of water and additives.  Maintains records and prepares reports on crew hours and movement and history of action taken on fires.  Plans and assigns work to be accomplished by crew.

Job Title: Environmental Technician Company: QinetiQ Location: Fort Irwin, CA Description: The Systems Engineering Group of QinetiQ North America delivers systems engineering and integration, software development, logistics information management, training systems management, information technology services, and test and evaluation support for the development, modification, fielding and sustainment of military equipment and systems. The Group’s primary focus is at the operating force level and military buying commands. Our core competencies include: Enterprise IT Services Logistics Solutions/Life-Cycle Support Programmatic Services Security Solutions Software Development & Integration Systems Engineering & Integration Test & Evaluation Training Solutions Responsibilities: This is a temporary, full-time position from April thru June 2010. Duties of this position will be to assist the Fort Irwin Natural Resources Staff conduct the 2010 Lane Mountain Milkvetch annual census.  The census is performed on randomly located study plots in remote desert areas, often located as much as 1.5 miles from vehicle access points.  Measure and identify dominant desert shrubs.  Organize and archive data.  Operate GPS units and magnetic compass. This is an excellent opportunity for an active or recently graduated student, particularly Biology, Natural Resources, or Environmental Science majors.   The ideal candidate would enjoy working outside, and feel comfortable carrying a small pack 4 miles a day in hot, dry, windy weather conditions.  DSS    Qualifications: Generally requires a High School/Vocational diploma and 2 years related experience. Must be able to work outdoors in adverse weather conditions and uneven terrain. Candidates for this position will be subject to a government background investigation.  US Citizenship required.

Job Title: FORESTRY TECHNICIAN Company: County Of Los Angeles Location: Los Angeles, CA Description: Participates in the maintenance of forestry facilities and equipment. Pots, plants, transplants, fertilizes, sprays, prunes, and waters forestry stock; maintains records and prepares reports regarding propagation, verifies oak tree reports, and conducts enforcement inspections and participates in native plant propagation from seed collection to field planting; serves as a working supervisor for small crews of unskilled workers comprised of court referrals or youth programs, performing fire hazard reduction, hiking and steep mountainous terrain, nursery maintenance, plant propagation, and other resource related projects, or serves as the liaison for such projects with supervised work crews; operates and instructs others in the use of manual and power operated tools; collects live fuel moisture samples, processes and prepares reports; applies herbicides and other chemicals for purposes of vegetation management or forest nursery practices; staffs 24-hour visitor center at Henninger Flats, provides security, and assists visitors; conducts field demonstrations, guided field unit tours, and conservation education programs; performs in a logistical support capacity during designated emergency operations; drives a truck or other automotive equipment in the performance of duties; and provides emergency medical assistance, as required.

Job Title: Parks Dept hiring - Environmental Specialist and Aide Company: Location: Monterey, ca Description: Monterey Peninsula Regional Park District looks to recruit two for its Environmental Education team: Environmental Education Specialist, Camp Programs Part Time/Seasonal - $600-800 week, DOE -Will manage Nature Camp programs -Oversee workshops and classes Experience with outdoor programs/camps preferred Deadline to apply: Feb 19 Environmental Education Aide Part Time/Seasonal - $350-$500 week, DOE -Assist in managing Nature Camp programs -Aid with workshops and classes Experience with outdoor programs/camps preferred Deadline to apply: April 16 EOE Contact details: Kelly McCullough Register to View Register to View www.mprpd.org Status: Part-time • Location: Monterey County • Post ID: 842214

Job Title: Forestry Technician Fire Temporary Company: Location: Willows, CA Description: At the GS-4 level, employee is a skilled firefighter crew member on an crew.  May be assigned to carry out specialized assignments such as tree falling, backfire, and burnout operations; utilizes a variety of specialized tools, equipment and techniques while actively managing wildfires.   At the GS-3 level, employee is a member of a fire crew, performing assignments as a firefighter in developing a working knowledge of fire suppression and fuels management techniques, practices, and terminology; may assist trained personnel in more specialized assignments such as backfire and burnout, mobile and stationary engine attack, and prescribed fire operations.

Job Title: Lt Engine Captain Supervisory Range Forestry Technician Company: Location: Doyle, CA Description: A Lt. Engine Captain(GS-07 Supervisory Range/Forestry Technician) serves as a Supervisory Wildland Firefighter performing the following duties: locates Wildland, directs and participates in fireline construction, backfiring and burnout operations, engine and putup operations, tree falling and holding/patrol mop-up operations.  Serves as a supervisory wildland firefighter on a prescribed fire crew.  Performs prescribed fire operations including preparation, ignition, monitoring, holding, and mop-up.  Monitors fire behavior, fire effects, and fire weather on prescribed fires and wildland fire use. Serves as a supervisory wildland firefighter on a wildland fire engine. Drives and operates a wildland fire engine, positioning the engine for proper use and operation. Personally performs and directs others in starting pump engine, priming pump, adjusting engine speed and pump valves, laying hose, and using appropriate nozzles and nozzle adjustment in effective use of water and additives.  In addition, provides technical and administrative supervision to wildland fire engine crews.  The incumbent spends at least 25% of the time on supervisory duties. Plans work to be accomplished by subordinates, sets and adjusts short term priorities, and prepares schedules for completion of work. Assigns work to subordinates based on priorities, selective consideration of the difficulty and requirements of assignments, and the capabilities of the employees.  Develops performance standards and evaluates work performance of subordinates. Gives advice, counsel, or instruction to employees on both work and administrative matters.