Environmental Jobs in Arizona
Environmental jobs in Arizona are in steady demand, driven by the state's active mining, energy, water management, and land development sectors alongside growing federal and tribal land compliance work. Phoenix, Tucson, and Flagstaff are the primary hiring hubs, with employers like Arizona Public Service, Freeport-McMoRan, and the Salt River Project maintaining consistent environmental staffing needs. Openings run from entry-level environmental technicians and field monitors to senior environmental scientists and compliance managers, with the strongest demand in water quality, remediation, and permitting. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Position Title: Environmental Specialist Position Code: SpecEVS-XXX
Department: Nursing Division or Environmental Services Safety Sensitive: Yes No
Reports to: Department Director Exempt Status: Yes No
Shift: Part-time position working 11am-4pm during the week and working every other weekend 7am-3:30pm
- Shifts will be discussed during interview, subject to change
Position Purpose:
All KHI employees are expected to perform their respective tasks and duties in such a way that supports KHI’s vision to be among the kindest, highest quality health systems in the country.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform all duties, as assigned, for which employee is trained or qualified to perform.
- Wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and follow all applicable safety regulations.
- Dispose of waste, including medical and biohazard waste, according to federal, state, organizational, and departmental guidelines.
- Manage supplies and equipment efficiently and keep cleaning supplies and equipment safely stored when not in use, and away from patients' access when in use.
- Use cleaning chemicals according to federal, state, organizational, and departmental guidelines.
- Comply with all federal, state, organizational, and departmental policies and procedures.
- Participate in on-going process improvement within the organization and department.
- Demonstrates regular attendance and participation at scheduled department and team meetings or calling in and personally notifying the supervisor or another member of management if going to be either absent or tardy, unless unforeseeable circumstances make it impossible to do so.
- Consistently demonstrates the ability to adapt to changes in the workload.
- Report problems to supervisor.
Housekeeping – Environmental Services
- Clean and sanitize assigned patient rooms and bathrooms daily.
- Clean, disinfect, and sanitize assigned areas, including moveable and stationary objects, as designated in procedures.
- Reset assigned areas to present an attractive and sanitary environment for all customers (patients, visitors, staff, etc.).
- Properly maintain the designated supply closet and work cart.
- Keep cleaning supplies and equipment safely stored when not in use, and away from patients' access when in use.
- Laundry
- Maintain an adequate stock and flow of laundered materials, throughout the organization, per policies, processes, and regulatory guidelines.
- Maintain laundry area in a clean and sanitary condition.
- Use and maintain equipment safely, appropriately, and as efficiently as possible. Document accurate records of items delivered to ensure accurate reporting.
Qualifications
Education: N/A
Certification: N/A
Licensure: Designated drivers must have a valid US driver’s license (must be 21 years of age or older)
Experience: N/A
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Must be able to communicate well with a variety of customers.
- Must be able to read and write well enough to respond appropriately during emergencies and complete mandatory competencies. Must be able to manage multiple priorities and stressors in a positive and productive manner.
Preferences
Special Position Requirements
Work Requirements
- Constant amounts of physical effort required, during the whole shift, including:
- Continual standing, bending, stooping, walking, pulling , and lifting (up to 20 pounds)
- Operation of commercial equipment
- Occasional lifting of up to 50 pounds
- Occasional pulling of carts with up to 100 pounds
- Routine climbing of safety ladders for high cleaning and changing of cubical curtains, etc.
- Tolerance to regular exposure to hospital laundry and cleaning chemicals and changes in temperature
Position Title: Environmental Specialist Position Code: SpecEVS-XXX
Department: Nursing Division or Environmental Services Safety Sensitive: Yes No
Reports to: Department Director Exempt Status: Yes No
Shift: Part-time position working 11am-4pm during the week and working every other weekend 7am-3:30pm
- Shifts will be discussed during interview, subject to change
Position Purpose:
All KHI employees are expected to perform their respective tasks and duties in such a way that supports KHI’s vision to be among the kindest, highest quality health systems in the country.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform all duties, as assigned, for which employee is trained or qualified to perform.
- Wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and follow all applicable safety regulations.
- Dispose of waste, including medical and biohazard waste, according to federal, state, organizational, and departmental guidelines.
- Manage supplies and equipment efficiently and keep cleaning supplies and equipment safely stored when not in use, and away from patients' access when in use.
- Use cleaning chemicals according to federal, state, organizational, and departmental guidelines.
- Comply with all federal, state, organizational, and departmental policies and procedures.
- Participate in on-going process improvement within the organization and department.
- Demonstrates regular attendance and participation at scheduled department and team meetings or calling in and personally notifying the supervisor or another member of management if going to be either absent or tardy, unless unforeseeable circumstances make it impossible to do so.
- Consistently demonstrates the ability to adapt to changes in the workload.
- Report problems to supervisor.
Housekeeping – Environmental Services
- Clean and sanitize assigned patient rooms and bathrooms daily.
- Clean, disinfect, and sanitize assigned areas, including moveable and stationary objects, as designated in procedures.
- Reset assigned areas to present an attractive and sanitary environment for all customers (patients, visitors, staff, etc.).
- Properly maintain the designated supply closet and work cart.
- Keep cleaning supplies and equipment safely stored when not in use, and away from patients' access when in use.
- Laundry
- Maintain an adequate stock and flow of laundered materials, throughout the organization, per policies, processes, and regulatory guidelines.
- Maintain laundry area in a clean and sanitary condition.
- Use and maintain equipment safely, appropriately, and as efficiently as possible. Document accurate records of items delivered to ensure accurate reporting.
Qualifications
Education: N/A
Certification: N/A
Licensure: Designated drivers must have a valid US driver’s license (must be 21 years of age or older)
Experience: N/A
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Must be able to communicate well with a variety of customers.
- Must be able to read and write well enough to respond appropriately during emergencies and complete mandatory competencies. Must be able to manage multiple priorities and stressors in a positive and productive manner.
Preferences
Special Position Requirements
Work Requirements
- Constant amounts of physical effort required, during the whole shift, including:
- Continual standing, bending, stooping, walking, pulling , and lifting (up to 20 pounds)
- Operation of commercial equipment
- Occasional lifting of up to 50 pounds
- Occasional pulling of carts with up to 100 pounds
- Routine climbing of safety ladders for high cleaning and changing of cubical curtains, etc.
- Tolerance to regular exposure to hospital laundry and cleaning chemicals and changes in temperature
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- Waste Management & Environmental Services
What Arizona Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in environmental jobs across Arizona.
- Bachelor's degree in environmental science, geology, engineering, or a closely related field
- Familiarity with Arizona Department of Environmental Quality regulations and permitting processes
- Experience with NEPA compliance, Phase I or Phase II environmental site assessments, or CERCLA processes
- Proficiency in field sampling, data collection, and environmental monitoring equipment operation
- Strong technical writing skills for reports, permit applications, and regulatory submissions
- Professional certification such as HAZWOPER 40-hour or LEED credential preferred by many employers
Environmental Jobs in Arizona: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a environmental in Arizona?
Most environmental positions in Arizona require at minimum a bachelor's degree in environmental science, geology, civil engineering, or a related discipline. Arizona does not issue a single state environmental license, but many roles expect a HAZWOPER certification, and geologist-focused positions may require registration with the Arizona State Board of Technical Registration. Building experience through internships with agencies like the Arizona Department of Environmental Quality or the Bureau of Land Management's Arizona field offices strengthens a candidate's standing considerably.
Which companies hire environmentals in Arizona?
Companies currently hiring environmentals in Arizona include Freeport-McMoRan, Raytheon, and State of Arizona, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Arizona's mining, utility, and land development industries sustain consistent environmental hiring beyond typical boom-and-bust project cycles.
Which Arizona cities have the most environmental jobs?
Phoenix, Tucson, and Kingman account for the largest concentration of environmental openings in Arizona. Phoenix leads because it anchors the state's utility, consulting, and real estate development sectors, while Tucson's proximity to major mining operations and University of Arizona research activity drives steady hiring, and Flagstaff serves as a hub for federal land management and forest environmental work.
Are there remote environmental jobs in Arizona?
Yes, but they're rare. Environmental work in Arizona is heavily field-oriented, involving site assessments, sampling, and on-site compliance work that cannot be done remotely. About 29% of environmental openings tied to Arizona are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, reflecting that most remote opportunities are limited to data analysis, report writing, and regulatory review roles within larger environmental consulting firms.
How can I get hired as a environmental in Arizona with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry point is applying for environmental technician or field monitor roles, which require less independent judgment and are commonly posted by Arizona consulting firms and state agencies. The Arizona Department of Environmental Quality and Salt River Project periodically bring on seasonal or entry-level staff. Building HAZWOPER certification before applying gives candidates a concrete advantage. Adjacent roles in water treatment operations, land survey, or laboratory analysis also provide transferable experience that Arizona environmental employers recognize when reviewing early-career applicants.
Where can I find and apply to environmental jobs in Arizona?
You can find and apply to environmental jobs in Arizona on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers active in the state. Search the available roles, find the ones that match your experience and location, and apply directly to the employers posting them.
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