Job Description

With over 25 years of experience, ECC is a trusted leader in environmental services. We proudly support local communities, the Department of Defense, the Department of Veterans Affairs, and a broad range of commercial, municipal, state, and federal clients. With service centers located in North Pole and Anchorage, Alaska; Portland, Oregon; and Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, ECC offers steady, year-round employment and meaningful opportunities for career advancement.

We are committed to our employees’ well-being and professional growth and offer a competitive benefits package that includes 12 paid Federal holidays; generous paid vacation and sick leave; medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage; an Employee Assistance Program (EAP); a flexible spending account; and a 401(k) retirement plan with a fully vested company match. ECC also promotes a people-first culture, reliable year-round Alaska employment, and clear pathways for advancement, with many of our senior leaders having started their careers at ECC in entry-level roles.

The Hazardous Waste/Hazardous Materials Inspector is responsible for ensuring hazardous waste and hazardous materials storage areas comply with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations. This position performs both scheduled and unscheduled inspections, identifies and documents noncompliance issues, and supports corrective actions to maintain environmental safety, regulatory readiness, and overall operational integrity. Training will be provided for the successful applicant prior to performing inspections on their own

Requirements

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct routine and unscheduled inspections of hazardous waste and hazardous materials storage areas to ensure regulatory compliance.
• Verify proper labeling, segregation, containment, accumulation times, and storage conditions.
• Inspect safety equipment, spill kits, and emergency response materials.
• Identify, document, and track noncompliance issues and corrective actions utilizing a government database.
• Maintain inspection records and prepare clear, accurate inspection reports.

Qualifications

Required:

• Ability to obtain a 40-hour HAZWOPER certification (assistance available).
• Strong attention to detail and documentation skills.
• Ability to work independently and communicate effectively.
• General computer proficiency.
• Ability to pass pre-employment drug screening (including marijuana), background check for military installation access, and occupational physicals.
• Ability to drive a company vehicle to/from inspection locations on a military installation.
• Positive attitude, integrity, and strong work ethic.

Preferred:

• Experience in environmental compliance, hazardous waste management, or safety inspections.
• Experience working on military installations.
• Knowledge of chemical compatibility, SDS interpretation, and spill prevention.