Environmental Scientist II or Environmental Engineer II

Title:
Environmental Scientist II or Environmental Engineer II

Requisition

Location:

Safford, AZ, US, 85548

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At Freeport-Mc Mo Ran , we are committed to providing an employment package that recognizes excellence, encourages safe production and a culture supported by our core values. Here, you’ll find a collaborative environment where safety is a top priority, all opinions are valued, and people are empowered to grow in their career. Apply Today!

In operation since 2007, Safford operations is a zero-discharge facility and one of the most sustainable mines in the United States. The operation’s commitment to utilizing advanced technologies and sustainable practices strongly emphasizes safety and environmental stewardship. Located in southeastern Arizona, close to more than 4 million acres of national forest, employees and their families can connect with the great outdoors while fishing, rafting, hiking and more.

Several educational institutions also are nearby, including a Northern Arizona University satellite campus, Eastern Arizona College, and the Gila Institute for Technology.

This position is not eligible for Freeport-Mc Mo Ran  immigration work visa sponsorship.

• Install, operate, and maintain environmental and emission monitoring instruments and testing equipment; analyzes data for compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Evaluate and assess environmental risk and develop programs for risk reduction.
• Collaborate in recommending appropriate action to management in compliance with regulations.
• Review and/or prepare and maintain detailed records and files of environmental data and communications.
• Evaluate and administer contracts with vendors for the provision of services and equipment.
• Maintain basic working knowledge of national, regional and local environmental, occupational health, and other applicable regulations.
• Maintain knowledge of site environmental policies and procedures.
• May provide leadership to less experienced Engineers and Technicians.
• May serve as Project Manager or technical expert on small to medium-sized environmental projects (e.g., compliance, remediation, or reclamation).
• Lead or participate in regular audits and inspections of operations areas for purposes of ensuring compliance with site environmental policies, procedures and requirements of the Environmental Management System.
• Coordinate the timely recycling and disposition of materials and other company assets in compliance with applicable legal and other requirements.
• Track and report the recycling and disposition of materials and other company assets as directed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Environmental Scientist II:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Technology, Earth Science or related natural science (such as Biology, Chemistry, Geology, Hydrology, Forestry, Agriculture, Meteorology, Environmental/Natural Resource Management) or Mathematics/Computer Science including Accounting and Finance, or, Business Management or other Bachelor’s degree, and at least three (3) years environmental or related experience, OR
  • Master’s degree in a related field and at least one (1) year environmental or related experience.

OR

• Environmental Engineer II:
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Environmental, Civil, Chemical, Agricultural, Mining, Metallurgical, Geological or similar) and at least three (3) years environmental or related experience, OR
  • Master’s degree in Engineering in a related field and at least one (1) year environmental or related experience.
• Applies to both positions above:
  • Additional certification or licensure appropriate to the job may be required or preferred: (US Examples include: HAZWOPER, Method 9, DOT, EMS Auditor, Asbestos, Water Treatment Operator, or CHMM.)

• Knowledgeable in Arizona Water Quality programs and regulations including APP, SWPPP, and SPCC.
• Arizona certified Grade 2 Domestic Water Operator in both Distribution and Treatment.
• Project Management experience.
• Experience working with Operations and Maintenance personnel in industrial setting.
• Software proficient in…