Environmental Technician - Hazmat Team; Richmond, VA,

Position Overview

Wetland Studies and Solutions, Inc., a Davey company, is seeking a full-time, entry-level Environmental Technician to join our Hazmat Team in our Richmond, Virginia office. This position is ideal for a motivated, detail-oriented individual who is eager to develop their environmental consulting and compliance skills while working in a collaborative team environment.

The successful candidate will support a variety of environmental compliance projects and gain hands‑on experience through both field and office-based assignments under the guidance of experienced environmental professionals. Project work may involve a range of environmental subject areas, including:

• Asbestos and Lead Based Paint (LBP)
• Environmental Site Assessments (ESAs)
• Stormwater compliance and monitoring
• Above ground and underground storage tanks (ASTs/USTs)
• Waste characterization and management
• Water quality monitoring
• Air permit compliance

Essential Job Functions

Responsibilities will include conducting field activities (e.g., site visits, sampling, and inspections) while utilizing appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE), including hard hats, safety vests, gloves, steel‑toed boots, and eye protection. Certain assignments may also require the use of half‑face or full‑face respirators. Additional responsibilities will include analysis and interpretation of field‑collected data, report preparation, and collaboration with project managers and team members.

The ability to effectively manage multiple project assignments and deadlines while demonstrating strong oral and written communication skills is essential.

Primary activities will include assisting with Phase I and Phase II ESAs; conducting soil, groundwater, air, wastewater, drinking water, and surface water sampling; assisting with asbestos, LBP, and hazardous materials surveys; assisting with multi‑media environmental compliance assessments; and preparing technical reports under the supervision of a Senior Environmental Professional.

Candidates will be expected to possess or obtain asbestos and lead paint inspector certifications within six (6) months of employment.

Project meetings, fieldwork, site visits, and professional development assignments will routinely require overnight travel throughout the region. This position is expected to consist of approximately 40% office work and 60% field work.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Candidates should demonstrate the ability to prepare technically sound, grammatically accurate, and properly referenced documents
• Ability to take initiative, solve problems effectively, and contribute to a collaborative team environment
• Ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships with WSSI personnel at all organizational levels
• Must possess a valid driver's license and be capable of operating company vehicles

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree in Science (e.g., Geology, Hydrogeology, Chemistry, Biology, Environmental, etc.), Environmental Engineering, similar engineering discipline, or other closely related field
• Prior field experience
• Good working knowledge of MS Word, Excel, and Power Point; mapping (GIS, CAD, or similar software) experience is a plus.

What We Offer:

• Paid time off and paid holidays.
• Opportunities for advancement.
• All job specific equipment and safety gear provided.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with a company match.
• Employee‑owned company and discounted stock purchase options.
• Group Health Plan.
• Employee Referral Bonus Program:
  Send‑A‑Friend.
• Locations throughout the United States in major cities and desirable areas.
• Career Development Program supported by industry expert safety specialists and skilled trainers.
• The Davey Tree Family Scholarship for children of employees.
• Charitable matching gift program.

* All listed benefits available to eligible employees.

The Davey Tree Expert Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected class, including race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, marital or familial status, disability, status as a protected veteran, status as an Aboriginal or Indigenous person, or other classification protected by law.

Accommodations:
If requested by employee or otherwise as required by law, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

Employment Type:

Permanent
Job Type: Full Time
Travel Expectations:
Up to 25%