Wetlands Environmental Compliance Technician

  • R0163413
  • On Site
  • Portland, Oregon, United States
  • Full time
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Amentum is seeking a detail-oriented and safety-focused Wetlands Environmental Compliance Technician to support environmental compliance activities associated with industrial and facility operations in the Hillsboro area. This role is responsible for monitoring wetlands, stormwater systems, erosion controls, and environmental protection programs to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local environmental regulations.

The ideal candidate will have experience supporting environmental field operations, conducting inspections, maintaining compliance documentation, and working in highly regulated industrial environments. Experience supporting large-scale manufacturing campuses, semiconductor facilities, or industrial infrastructure projects is highly preferred.

This is a hands-on field role requiring strong observation skills, technical reporting abilities, and a proactive approach to environmental stewardship.

Key Responsibilities

  • Conduct routine wetlands and stormwater inspections across operational and construction areas

  • Monitor erosion and sediment control measures to ensure environmental compliance

  • Support compliance with EPA, DEQ, Clean Water Act, and local environmental regulations

  • Perform environmental sampling, field observations, and data collection activities

  • Maintain accurate inspection logs, environmental reports, and compliance documentation

  • Identify potential environmental risks and escalate issues to leadership as needed

  • Assist with spill prevention, stormwater pollution prevention plans (SWPPP), and corrective actions

  • Coordinate with operations, construction teams, contractors, and environmental leadership

  • Support site audits, regulatory inspections, and environmental assessments

  • Participate in environmental training and safety initiatives

  • Ensure work is performed safely and in accordance with company policies and environmental standards

Minimum Qualifications

  • 3 plus years of relevant experience. Years of experience can be substituted by formal training/education/certifications

  • High school diploma or GED required

  • Ability to read maps, site plans, and environmental documentation

  • Strong written and verbal communication skills

  • Proficient with Microsoft Office and digital reporting tools

  • Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record

  • Ability to work outdoors in varying weather and terrain conditions

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience supporting industrial, manufacturing, construction, or semiconductor environments

  • 1–3 years of environmental compliance, wetlands monitoring, stormwater, or field inspection experience preferred

  • Associate degree or coursework in Environmental Science, Biology, Ecology, Environmental Engineering, or related field preferred

  • Knowledge of Oregon DEQ environmental requirements

Physical Requirements

  • Ability to walk long distances across uneven terrain

  • Ability to lift up to 40 pounds occasionally

  • Work may include outdoor exposure to heat, rain, mud, and construction environments

  • Ability to climb ladders, access drainage areas, and perform field inspections safely

       

Compensation Details:

$25.00 - $30.00

       

The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.

 

Benefits Overview:

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance

  • Paid time off and holidays

  • Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)

  • Educational reimbursement

  • Parental leave

  • Employee stock purchase plan

  • Tax-saving options

  • Disability and life insurance

  • Pet insurance

 

Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.

       

Original Posting:

06/12/2026 - Until Filled

Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.

       

Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, ancestry, United States military or veteran status, color, religion, creed,  marital or domestic partner status, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, low-income status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law. Learn more about your rights under Federal laws and supplemental language at Labor Laws Posters.

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