Spill Response Technician - UMIAQ Environmental

Overview UMIAQ Environmental is seeking a Spill Response Technician and Coordinator to lead and support the implementation of field safety and emergency response protocols across diverse environmental projects involving spill response and cleanup. This critical role ensures the health and safety of personnel during emergency and routine spill response operations, and maintains full compliance with OSHA standards, environmental regulations, and industry best practices. The Spill Response Technician and Coordinator will serve as a key field leader, responsible for organizing and executing spill response activities, maintaining readiness of response equipment and materials, and supporting site assessments, remediation efforts, and compliance monitoring. This position plays a vital role in promoting a strong safety culture, minimizing environmental impacts, and ensuring timely and effective responses to hazardous material releases. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in spill response, hazardous materials management, and environmental emergency planning. This role requires strong analytical skills, technical expertise, and the ability to work collaboratively in both field and office settings. Responsibilities Essential functions will include: Develop, implement, and maintain site-specific safety and health programs for environmental projects, including hazardous waste site assessments, spill response, remediation, and environmental monitoring. Conduct regular safety audits, risk assessments, and site inspections to ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, and state-specific environmental regulations. Ensure proper handling, storage, and disposal of hazardous materials and contaminated waste in accordance with regulatory standards. Train employees on safety procedures, hazard communication, and emergency response protocols specific to environmental and spill response projects. Develop, implement, and maintain spill response plans, protocols, and procedures. Coordinate and lead emergency response efforts during hazardous material spills, ensuring rapid and compliant actions. Conduct regular training sessions and emergency drills for staff on spill response procedures and equipment use. Assess spill incidents and determine appropriate and effective response actions in the field. Liaise with regulatory agencies, emergency responders, clients, and contractors during spill events and follow-up activities. Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal environmental regulations across all project phases. Prepare, submit, and maintain accurate documentation and reports related to spill incidents, response actions, waste manifests, and field activities. Conduct risk assessments and recommend preventive strategies to reduce the likelihood and severity of future spill incidents. Maintain, inspect, and track spill response equipment, supplies, and personal protective equipment (PPE) to ensure operational readiness at all times. Participate in environmental audits and inspections, supporting project and safety compliance. Lead and support spill response and cleanup operations in a variety of field settings, including remote and arctic conditions. Develop, implement, and enforce site-specific Health and Safety Plans (HASP) and ensure team compliance during field operations. Coordinate with internal teams, clients, and subcontractors to ensure efficient and safe project execution during spill events and environmental cleanups. Conduct safety briefings, tailgate meetings, and field audits to reinforce a strong safety culture among project personnel. Assist in developing after-action reviews and debriefs, capturing lessons learned and opportunities for improvement in future responses. Support environmental project teams during non-spill periods by contributing to field coordination, sampling, and site assessment tasks. Apply strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills in high-pressure field situations. Stay current on industry trends, evolving regulations, and best practices in spill response and environmental health and safety. Qualifications Required Experience: Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Science, Industrial Hygiene, or a related field (preferred). More than 3 years of experience in site safety for environmental science projects, construction, or industrial settings. Knowledge of OSHA, EPA, DOT, and hazardous waste handling regulations. Strong communication and leadership skills, with the ability to enforce safety protocols in dynamic environments. Certifications such as OSHA 30, HAZWOPER 40, CHST, CSP, or equivalent (preferred). First Aid/CPR certification (preferred or required). Preferred Qualifications: Knowledge of waste characterization and hazardous waste management under RCRA Experience in hazardous waste and hazardous materials management. Experience with oil spill response tactics, dispersants, and mechanical recovery. Knowledge of Arctic logistics and supply chain challenges for emergency response operations. Familiarity with wildlife protection and habitat restoration in Arctic spill response scenarios. Understanding of Indigenous community engagement and co-management practices in Arctic regions. Physical and Mental Demands: Operation of motor vehicles, ATVs/UTVs, and heavy equipment (aircraft, marine craft, etc.). Rapid mental and/or muscle coordination. Frequent walking, standing, twisting, and turning of the upper body, arms, and legs. Crawling, kneeling, stooping, and climbing. Visual and auditory requirements: safe distant vision, good near vision, and good hearing. Regular use of respirators (½ face and full face) and mandatory use of ANSI-approved safety footwear, safety glasses, and hard hats. Lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling: Continuously (over 75% of daily hours): up to 20 lbs. Occasionally to Frequently (15%–50% of daily hours): 21–75 lbs. lifting/carrying; 21–100+ lbs. pushing/pulling. Working Conditions: Flexibility to work in challenging and dynamic environments. Outdoor conditions, including excessive heat (>80°F) and extreme cold ( Potential exposure to dust, fumes, smoke, solvents, chemicals, and constant noise. Slippery, uneven surfaces, stairs, ladders, scaffolding, towers, and elevated work areas (4’–12’ above ground). Confined or cramped spaces and remote worksites without immediate medical facilities. Long and/or irregular hours, including day and night shift rotations. Working alone or around hazardous machinery. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug & alcohol screening and/or random drug screen, and must follow UIC’s Non-DOT Drug & Alcohol Testing Program requirements. If the position requires, an applicant must pass a pre-employment criminal background history check. All post-secondary education listed on the applicant’s resume/application may be subject to verification. Where driving may be required or where a rental car must be obtained for business travel purposes, applicants must have a valid driver license for this position and will be subject to verification. In addition, the applicant must pass an in-house, online, driving course to be authorized to drive for company purposes. UIC is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other protected characteristics EOE/D/V. In furtherance, pursuant to The Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act 43 U.S.C. Sec. 1601 et seq., and federal contractual requirements, UIC and its subsidiaries may legally grant certain preference in employment opportunities to UIC Shareholders and their Descendants, based on the provisions contained within The Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. Please view Equal Employment Opportunity postershere ( . All candidates must apply online at , and submit a completed application for all positions they wish to be considered. Once the employment application has been completed and submitted, any changes to the application after submission may not be reviewed. Please contact a UIC HR Recruiter if you have made a significant change to your application. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA), persons unable to complete an online application should contact UIC Human Resources for assistance . The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c) Ukpeaġvik Iñupiat Corporation (UIC) is the village corporation of Utqiaġvik, Alaska and is recognized as one of Alaska’s top 10 companies with approximately 4,400 employees nationwide and revenues above $1 Billion annually. UIC is projected to grow substantially in the coming years to become a top 3 company in Alaska by 2030. As a proud Alaska Native Corporation, our success brings growth and benefits to our Iñupiat shareholders. The size and diversity of our operations means we have a broad variety of career opportunities. UIC and its subsidiaries are committed to and strive for safety, quality, business ethics, and shareholder value. We offer competitive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment, short/long term disability, and 401(k) retirement plans as well as paid time off programs for eligible full-time employees. Eligible part-time employees are able to participate in the 401(k) retirement plans and state or contract required paid time off programs. Join our Talent Community! Join our Talent Community ( to receive updates on new opportunities and future events. 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