Environmental Technician

Description Who We AreVigor Marine Group is an established, innovative, integrated partner with a national footprint in marine maintenance and modernization, marine fabrication, and marine services.With four shipyards, six dry docks, and more than 20,000 feet of pier space on or near U.S. Naval bases and at historic shipyards, our 2,500 dedicated employees across four states - from the Pacific Northwest to San Diego to Norfolk - personify the values of our company. Vigor Marine Group takes pride in being the employer of choice for our employees, who in turn take great pride in their contributions to the communities where they live and work, and to their nation - through their living wage jobs supporting their local economies, and through the world-class maritime and industrial services they provide to further our defense readiness and national security. For more information, visit .HOURLY RATE: $28.50POSITION SUMMARY: This position is responsible for supporting the management of stormwater issues at Vigor Industrial facilities in Oregon, Washington, and Alaska. Position responsibilities include assisting in compliance with stormwater permits, providing support on stormwater issues, maintaining stormwater infrastructure, stormwater sampling, performing inspections, training personnel, and coordination of activities with environmental and production personnel. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES: (This list is not intended to detail all aspects of the assigned work but is representative of the job's overall responsibilities.)Maintain stormwater infrastructure and equipment.Conduct regular site inspections for adherence to environmental best management practices. Assist with stormwater inspections and sampling.Assist in the execution of stormwater projects as directed. Work closely with facility environmental managers and production personnel to ensure compliance and consistently improve the company's environmental performance.Interact with subcontractors working at Vigor facilities to ensure compliance with company permits and policies. Plan and conduct stormwater related activities across multiple locations.JOB SCOPE: Operates independently within general parameters outlined above using sound judgment and discretion to make decisions while in the field. Advise management of compliance and safety issues which merit attention. Has the ability to influence and recommend modifications to company operations to attain and maintain environmental compliance and improve performance. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY: NoneINTERPERSONAL CONTACTS:The Stormwater Technician coordinates her/his efforts with managers and supervisors at all levels in the business unit as well as the general workforce to reinforce environmental directives and inspire adherence to corporate environmental goals and initiatives. The position is regularly required to interact with production and facility maintenance personnel. KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Shipyard and/or manufacturing environment experience helpful.Ability to water sampling techniques.Forklift certification.Mechanically inclined.Ability to work independently and outdoors during inclement weather.Ability to exercise sound judgment, work well independently, prioritize duties and follow through tasks to completion. Ability to use PC and software applications such as MS Office a plus.Other duties may be assigned.CERTIFICATES, LICENSES AND REGISTRATIONS: Has ability to obtain 40-HR HAZWOPER certification PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Ability to navigate into areas where work is being performed and assess safety risks is required. Must be able to walk to and from job sites. The person must be able to climb inclined stairways and vertical ladders; to enter confined areas and tanks; to work at heights. The incumbent must be able to frequently bend, squat, crawl, twist and may be required to lift up to 40 pounds. May be required to work more than 8-hour shifts on first second or third shift and also weekends and holidays as needed. WORK ENVIRONMENT:While in production areas, will be exposed to all weather conditions, noise, dusts and odors. This role is with a federally contracted employer and is subject to regulations that restrict employment to US Persons only (i.e. US Citizens, lawful permanent residents, legally recognized asylees and refugees, and persons protected under INA). Successful job candidates will be asked to provide documentation of their US Persons status.Vigor Industrial LLC and its wholly owned subsidiaries are drug, smoke and vape-free workplaces. Prospective employees must pass a drug and alcohol test and background check as pre-employment screening.Vigor ValuesVigor expects all employees to enhance the atmosphere in which they work by living the Vigor Values every day.Truth: We seek the truth, and we speak the truthResponsibility: We act on what we know is rightEvolution: We seek mastery, and adapt to a changing worldLove: We care about the people we work with, and the world we live inVigor and its wholly owned subsidiaries are committed to inclusion and diversity by providing equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veterans, age, genetics, the presence of a physical or mental condition or disability that can be reasonably accommodated, or any other protected class under relevant laws in the locations we operate. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions and can be requested with Vigor's Human Resources Department.In addition to federal law requirements, Vigor complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination and non-retaliation in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, benefits, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Created: 2026-04-02