Environmental Technician

Environmental Technician – Tessera

Join to apply for the Environmental Technician role at Tessera located at Oak Harbor, Washington – Naval Air Station Whidbey Island.

Position Type:
Non‑Exempt – Full‑time day shift.

Hourly Compensation: $41.22 per hour.

• Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) retirement plan, Life & Short‑Term Disability Insurance
• $7.15 per hour Health and Welfare Benefit
• Flexible Spending Accounts for medical and dependent care
• 11 paid federal holidays; 12 paid vacation days at start; paid sick leave
• Potential shared‑earning bonus
• Tuition assistance after 1 year and possible scholarships for dependents
• Professional development, certifications, and training opportunities
• Verizon wireless discount
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and wellness program
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility for full‑time employees

• Perform environmental sampling, field testing, and document all findings (Operating Records, Logs, Reports) for Wastewater, Storm Water, Used Oil/Mixed Fuel, Hazardous Materials, and more.
• Collect, manage, and prepare waste containers per hazardous waste regulations and DOT guidelines.
• Transport hazardous waste to central accumulation facilities, conduct bulk/cons consolidation.
• Document and log hazardous waste collection and processing per established systems.
• Secure and move heavy drums and containers using dollies and pallet jacks; inspect labeling and environmental requirements.
• Perform industrial service operations: tank cleaning, waste bulking, pressure washing, hazmat cleaning, pump truck operations, demolition service per company policies.
• Conduct need‑based and emergency response activities for chemicals, fuels, haz. waste, solid waste, water, and septage, including on‑site response within 1 hour and maintain HAZWOPER credentials.
• Determine and don required PPE for spill response tasks.
• Participate in Facility Response Team training; maintain FRT credentials.
• Perform on‑call duty rotations (24‑hr + weekends) and respond to off‑duty tasks.
• Clean tanks, sumps, perform pump‑outs; work in confined spaces and hazardous atmospheres.
• Engage in asbestos, lead, and mold abatement; assist with USTs and other environmental projects.
• Clean grease traps, septic tanks, oil‑water separators to specification.
• Serve on Tessera snow team; operate plows and perform snow removal.
• Assist in developing, implementing, and monitoring environmental programs for Navy contracts.
• Ensure compliance while producing quality service; apply SOPs and best management practices.
• Guide junior technicians.
• Investigate errors; develop corrective actions.
• Follow all applicable federal, state, and local laws;
  Navy instructions and permits.
• Communicate professionally with clients; maintain knowledge of EMS and EPP SOPs.
• Participate in training and maintain required credentials.
• Communicate with environmental team to ensure accurate completion of work orders.

• Minimum 3 years environmental experience.
• Completed Defense Hazardous Materials/Waste Handling Course (HAZWOPR) or equivalent.
• First Aid/CPR certification preferred.
• Must obtain/hold CDL Class B with hazmat and tanker endorsements within first four months.

• Lift or move up to 70 pounds.
• Reach, kneel, walk, stand, and perform repetitive motions for several hours.
• May climb in/out of vehicles and stairs; stand or sit for long periods.
• Work under pressure for extended periods.

• Valid state driver’s license with ability to obtain insurance coverage from Tessera.
• REAL‑ license, U.S. passport, or military  access federal military installation.
• Must obtain and maintain applicable security clearances and installation access; background check and E‑Verify required.

• Represented by IUOE Local 302 (International Union of Operating Engineers).

Visit www.tessera.org to complete the application. Current employees may log in to Workday and apply through the Jobs Hub. For assistance, contact your recruiter.

Phone:  ext. 349
Email: recruiting

Tessera is a national non‑profit, government contractor that is dedicated to Creating Opportunities for People with Disabilities by hiring and supporting individuals with disabilities and veterans with disabilities. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer – Women/Minority/Veteran/Disabled. Tessera participates in E‑Verify.