Careers

Description:

Tessera is seeking a hardworking and organized Environmental Technician with a positive attitude.

This is a temporary position and, based on the CBA, Temporary positions will not last more than one hundred (100) days per project. In any event, the temporary assignment will not last more than one hundred twenty (120) days. The temporary position can be extended upon mutual agreement in writing between the Union and the Employer.

Typical duties include but are not limited to:

• Perform Environmental sampling, field testing, and document all findings including Operating Records, Logs, and Reports, for Wastewater, Storm Water Pollution Prevention, Used Oil/ Mixed Fuel Collection, Hazardous Material/ Hazardous Waste/Other Regulated Waste (HM/ HW/ORW) collection and processing, Soil Reuse and Disposal Management, Universal Waste collection and processing, Oil and Hazardous Substance Spill Response and Cleanup, OHS Spill Drills as part of Facility Response Team, OHS Spill Reporting and Documentation, Spill Response Boat Launch, Clean Air Act (CAA) and Air Emission Permit Reporting as required, Petroleum Pressure Piping and Hoses Testing and Reporting, Spill Prevention Control and Countermeasure activities, Underground Storage Tank maintenance & documentation, Clean Water Act activities, Storm Water, Storm Water Outfall Monitoring & Sampling, abide by Historical and Cultural Resource guidelines.

• Collect and manage waste containers, prepare containers for shipment in accordance with hazardous waste regulations, waste profiles, and DOT Hazardous Materials regulations. Manage all regulatory documentation associated with inspections and shipments. Packaging & storing of hazardous waste must comply with State, Federal, and Navy regulations or policies.

• Make hazardous waste pickups at customer facilities and transport to the central accumulation facilities. Conduct bulking/consolidation of wastes.

• Document/log hazardous waste collection and processing according to the established system.

• Secure and move heavy drums & containers using dollies and pallet jacks. Make container inspections throughout the central accumulation facilities operated by Tessera to ensure labeling, profiling, and environmental requirements are correct.

• Perform industrial service operations such as tank cleaning, waste bulking, pressure washing contaminated surfaces, hazmat cleaning, pump truck operations, and/or demolition service in accordance with established company policies and procedures.

• Perform & document required hazardous waste facility inspections to ensure Navy, State, and Federal compliance with rules or guidelines.

• Inspect and maintain equipment associated with waste handling (tools, trucks, can crusher, etc.).

• Assist customers in setting up satellite and less-than-90-day storage sites. Inspect collection sites for proper storage and labelling requirements.

• Record work order response in Maximo in a clear, concise manner with sufficient detail for the Navy to know what was accomplished.

• Self-inspect your completed work to ensure the final product meets requirements.

• Complete necessary forms and documentation or inspections according to the Navy’s manuals, Tessera’s SOPs, or regulatory requirements.

• Keep written records in an organized, presentable, and reproducible manner.  Submit information according to due dates.

• Inspect assets, maintenance documents, and Maximo records to note any trends or recurring discrepancies that require action.

• Perform non-emergency and emergency response activities that deal with chemical, fuel, hazardous waste, solid waste, water, and septage. Some emergency responses require you to be on-site and address the spill within 1 hour.  Maintain HAZWOPER credentials.

• Must be able to determine PPE requirements and don PPE to perform spill response tasks, wear air purifying respirators (full-face masks), gloves, suits, boots, etc.

• Participates in the Facility Response Team training as required for on-water or land spills.  Maintains FRT training credentials required by the Navy.

• Perform on-call duty rotations (24hr + weekends). Responds to off-duty environmental tasks.

• Clean tanks, sumps, and perform pump-outs. Must be able to work in confined spaces (e.g., tanks, vaults) and atmospheres with potential for exposure to various fuels or chemicals, some of which may be hazardous, toxic, or corrosive.

• May also be involved in asbestos, lead, and mold abatement, ASTs & USTs, and other assigned environmental projects.

• Clean all assigned grease traps, septic tanks, and oil water separators to specifications.

• Is a member of the Tessera snow team, drives plows, or performs other snow removal tasks.

• Assist in developing, implementing, and monitoring environmental programs in support of the Contract with the Navy. 

• Ensure environmental compliance with assigned tasks while producing quality products and service. 

• Apply standard operating procedures or best management practices to field activities and guide junior-level technicians you work with.

• Assist in investigating and developing corrective and preventative actions for errors or potential violations.

• Follow applicable Federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and Navy instructions, standards, and permit requirements

• Interact with Tessera’s clients in a courteous and professional manner.

• Participate in employee training. Maintain knowledge of your roles and responsibilities under the Navy’s Environmental Management System (EMS) and Tessera’s Environmental Protection Plan SOPs. Take other training as assigned.

• Communicate with Tessera environmental team members to ensure completion & accuracy of work orders and efforts assigned to the team.

Skills/Eligibility:

Qualifications: 

• Three (3) years of environmental experience required.

• Must be able to complete the Defense Hazardous Materials/Waste Handling Course (HAZWOPR) or similar.

• Must have (or be able to obtain within 4 months) a CDL Class B with hazardous materials and tanker endorsements.

• Must have familiarity with military equipment and facilities.

• First Aid and CPR certification required.

• OSHA series training required.