Environmental Compliance Inspector | OR

Eocene Environmental Group is hiring a full-time, temporary Environmental Compliance Inspector in Vale, OR, from May to September 2026. The role involves field-based inspections and monitoring of utility-scale electrical transmission projects in Idaho and Oregon, ensuring compliance with environmental regulations. Candidates need a relevant degree or experience, stormwater inspection certification, and the ability to work in various weather conditions. Compensation ranges from $25 to $50 per hour.
This is a fulltime, temporary, projectbased position with an anticipated work period from May through September 2026.



FLSA Status: Non-Exempt, Hourly

Reports To: Project Manager II

Job Type: Full-Time, Temporary

Compensation: $25 - $50 per hour, based on relevant experience

Not benefits eligible



This position is primarily a field-based position with minimal office time anticipated. Candidates applying for this position will be required to work in Eastern Oregon and Western Idaho.



About Eocene Environmental Group:

Our team has spent the past two decades providing environmental, utility vegetation management (UVM), software and sustainability services. We are fortunate to be a part of the Wright Service Corp. family, which has helped us establish a strong foundation for continued growth and success.



Through a strategic alignment of values and goals, four Wright Service Corp. entities joined and integrated into one, operating as Eocene Environmental Group. These four entities are:

Forestry & Utility Division

Environmental Division

Technology & Innovation Division

Sustainability Division



JOB SUMMARY: The Environmental Compliance Inspector is responsible for providing environmental inspection and monitoring during the construction of utility-scale electrical transmission projects in Idaho and Oregon. The principal duties include inspection, monitoring, and reporting of construction activities with the goal of ensuring protection of sensitive environmental resources.



ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions:

Monitor and ensure compliance with National Pollutant Discharge System Permits

Document and report impacts to sensitive resources

Track progress of construction activities and implementation of approved mitigation measures

Inspect construction vehicles and equipment for cleanliness

Ensure best management practices are implemented

Work collaboratively with construction and regulatory personnel to develop solutions and implement permit conditions

Photo document ecological site conditions

Prepare daily reports

Maintain regular and punctual attendance at work and meetings

Support, actively participate, and act in accordance with Wright's and Eocene Environmental Group's culture of safety and employee ownership

Comply with applicable federal, state, and local laws, rules, and regulations; maintains knowledge of and follows all company policies and procedures



OTHER DUTIES: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Position will require outside travel



JOB REQUIREMENTS:

Bachelor's degree in engineering, environmental sciences or related field or equivalent work experience

Current stormwater inspection certification consistent with Oregon and/or Idaho Department of Environmental Quality requirements or ability to obtain within 2 weeks of employment

Ability to work long hours in potentially extreme weather conditions

Competence using global positioning system (GPS) units, maps, iPads, and submeter accuracy devices

Ability to work well individually or in a team setting

Possess strong communication skills

Clear communicator, highly organized, motivated, thorough, accurate, and dependable

Ability to read, write and speak English sufficient to perform job duties and to interact and communicate with employees and vendors



PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Experience with one or more of the following:

Biological resources (specifically avian surveys, raptor identification, and/or botanical surveys)

Soils

Restoration and reclamation processes

Experience performing environmental inspections on large-scale utility construction projects





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