Environmental Jobs in Colorado
Environmental jobs in Colorado are in strong and steady demand, concentrated in oil and gas remediation, water quality management, federal land stewardship, and renewable energy development across the Front Range and mountain corridors. Denver, Fort Collins, and Boulder account for the largest share of openings, with well-established employers such as CH2M (now Jacobs), Burns & McDonnell, and the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment consistently hiring environmental scientists, remediation specialists, and compliance professionals. Entry-level field technician roles through senior project manager positions are all actively recruited. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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As our Environmental Services Specialist, you will passionately provide a clean and safe environment for our patients, families, and hospital visitors, acting as a dedicated custodian of health and comfort.
Every day you will clean patient and waiting rooms, operating suites, and offices, ensuring all areas meet our high standards for hygiene and safety, thereby directly contributing to the well-being of everyone within the hospital.
To be successful in this role, you will possess a meticulous attention to detail, a strong work ethic, a commitment to cleanliness and safety, and a compassionate attitude toward patients and visitors, thriving in a fast-paced healthcare environment.
- Adhere to all organizational safety, risk management, and infection control standards while promoting a culture of safety.
- Responsible for cleaning and disinfection of specialty units and equipment.
- Areas include but are not limited to Surgical Services, Labor Delivery, Critical Care, Endoscopy, MRI, Trauma, Cath Lab, NICU, Mental Health, and Burn Unit.
- Follows all environmental and infection prevention practices (i.e., proper cleaning and disinfection protocols and processes, hand hygiene, standard and isolation precautions, as well as proper donning and doffing of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
- Performs duties while demonstrating working knowledge of healthcare cleaning and disinfecting principles and requirements, proper and safe chemical use, equipment handling, and laborsaving products for all items within the specialty environment tasked with servicing.
- Demonstrates understanding of the training and education related to evidencebased recommendations in accordance with the Association for the Health Care Environment (AHE), Association for Professionals in Infection Control (APIC), and Association for Perioperative Nurses (AORN), CDC, The Joint Commission, and other regulatory bodies.
- Can distinguish the differences between levels of disinfection and perform low and intermediate level disinfection
- Ability to explain orally or in writing the differences between levels of disinfection and perform intermediate level disinfection in areas
- Knowledge and skills in the use of power equipment, conventional and highspeed floor machines, carpet cleaning equipment, wet, dry and power vacuum equipment and push sweeper
- Ability to operate necessary equipment/machines
- Effectively uses computers and mobile devices
- Respectfully listens to viewpoints and ideas of others
- Communicates orally or in writing openly and candidly, creates an environment where coworkers and team members reciprocate in kind
- Respectfully listens to viewpoints and ideas of others
- Ability to work without close supervision
Preferred
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High School Diploma/GED
- Previous healthcare experience
Medium Work - exert/lift up to 50 lbs. force occasionally, and/or up to 20 lbs. frequently, and/or up to 10 lbs. constantly.
For more than 50 years, St. Anthony North Hospital has delivered optimal health care to the communities of Westminster, Erie, Brighton, Broomfield, Northglenn and Thornton. Highlights of our campus include 60,000 square feet of integrated primary and specialty care physician clinics, ambulatory surgery center, birthing center with private birthing suites, Level III Trauma Center with 24/7 emergency services, over 150 inpatient beds and an outpatient diagnostics center with lab and imaging services. In 2023, we received our prestigious Magnet designation! We are so proud of our nursing staff for this achievement, which is awarded to less than 6 percent of hospitals in the United States. Built on the pillars of convenience, wellness and person-centered care, we offer inpatient and outpatient care at one site, with an emphasis on preventive health, wellness and health education.
Pay Range
$18.58 - $29.32 /hour
As our Environmental Services Specialist, you will passionately provide a clean and safe environment for our patients, families, and hospital visitors, acting as a dedicated custodian of health and comfort.
Every day you will clean patient and waiting rooms, operating suites, and offices, ensuring all areas meet our high standards for hygiene and safety, thereby directly contributing to the well-being of everyone within the hospital.
To be successful in this role, you will possess a meticulous attention to detail, a strong work ethic, a commitment to cleanliness and safety, and a compassionate attitude toward patients and visitors, thriving in a fast-paced healthcare environment.
- Adhere to all organizational safety, risk management, and infection control standards while promoting a culture of safety.
- Responsible for cleaning and disinfection of specialty units and equipment.
- Areas include but are not limited to Surgical Services, Labor Delivery, Critical Care, Endoscopy, MRI, Trauma, Cath Lab, NICU, Mental Health, and Burn Unit.
- Follows all environmental and infection prevention practices (i.e., proper cleaning and disinfection protocols and processes, hand hygiene, standard and isolation precautions, as well as proper donning and doffing of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
- Performs duties while demonstrating working knowledge of healthcare cleaning and disinfecting principles and requirements, proper and safe chemical use, equipment handling, and laborsaving products for all items within the specialty environment tasked with servicing.
- Demonstrates understanding of the training and education related to evidencebased recommendations in accordance with the Association for the Health Care Environment (AHE), Association for Professionals in Infection Control (APIC), and Association for Perioperative Nurses (AORN), CDC, The Joint Commission, and other regulatory bodies.
- Can distinguish the differences between levels of disinfection and perform low and intermediate level disinfection
- Ability to explain orally or in writing the differences between levels of disinfection and perform intermediate level disinfection in areas
- Knowledge and skills in the use of power equipment, conventional and highspeed floor machines, carpet cleaning equipment, wet, dry and power vacuum equipment and push sweeper
- Ability to operate necessary equipment/machines
- Effectively uses computers and mobile devices
- Respectfully listens to viewpoints and ideas of others
- Communicates orally or in writing openly and candidly, creates an environment where coworkers and team members reciprocate in kind
- Respectfully listens to viewpoints and ideas of others
- Ability to work without close supervision
Preferred
-
High School Diploma/GED
- Previous healthcare experience
Medium Work - exert/lift up to 50 lbs. force occasionally, and/or up to 20 lbs. frequently, and/or up to 10 lbs. constantly.
For more than 50 years, St. Anthony North Hospital has delivered optimal health care to the communities of Westminster, Erie, Brighton, Broomfield, Northglenn and Thornton. Highlights of our campus include 60,000 square feet of integrated primary and specialty care physician clinics, ambulatory surgery center, birthing center with private birthing suites, Level III Trauma Center with 24/7 emergency services, over 150 inpatient beds and an outpatient diagnostics center with lab and imaging services. In 2023, we received our prestigious Magnet designation! We are so proud of our nursing staff for this achievement, which is awarded to less than 6 percent of hospitals in the United States. Built on the pillars of convenience, wellness and person-centered care, we offer inpatient and outpatient care at one site, with an emphasis on preventive health, wellness and health education.
Pay Range
$18.58 - $29.32 /hour
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Environmental Job Market in Colorado
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Who's Hiring
- AECOM11
- Burns & McDonnell4
- UCHealth3
- Tetra Tech3
- CommonSpirit Health3
Top Industries Hiring
- Consulting & Professional Services
What Colorado Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in environmental jobs across Colorado.
- Colorado Registered Environmental Manager or Colorado-issued professional certification preferred
- Bachelor's degree in environmental science, geology, engineering, or a closely related field required
- Familiarity with Colorado CDPHE regulations and EPA compliance standards strongly preferred
- Experience conducting Phase I and Phase II environmental site assessments
- Proficiency with GIS mapping software and environmental data management systems
- Valid driver's license and willingness to travel to field sites across Colorado
Environmental Jobs in Colorado: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a environmental in Colorado?
Most environmental roles in Colorado require at minimum a bachelor's degree in environmental science, geology, hydrology, or a related field. While Colorado does not mandate a single state license for all environmental work, many employers require or prefer candidates who hold a Professional Geologist license issued by the Colorado State Board of Licensure for Architects, Engineers, and Land Surveyors, or a Registered Environmental Manager credential. Gaining field experience through internships with state agencies or consulting firms strengthens your candidacy considerably.
Which companies hire environmentals in Colorado?
Companies currently hiring environmentals in Colorado include AECOM, Burns & McDonnell, and UCHealth, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Colorado's mix of federal land management agencies, oil and gas operators, and large engineering consultancies creates a broad and consistent base of environmental hiring across the state.
Which Colorado cities have the most environmental jobs?
Denver, Lakewood, and Fort Collins are the Colorado cities with the most environmental job openings. Denver anchors the market as the headquarters hub for major engineering firms and state regulatory agencies, while Fort Collins benefits from Colorado State University's research ecosystem and nearby agricultural and water management work, and Boulder draws environmental professionals tied to federal labs, tech-adjacent sustainability roles, and outdoor industry clients.
Are there remote environmental jobs in Colorado?
Yes, but they're rare. Environmental work is heavily field-oriented, with site assessments, sampling, and inspections requiring physical presence. About 65% of environmental openings tied to Colorado are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting how hands-on most roles are. The portions most likely to allow remote arrangements are data analysis, report writing, regulatory compliance review, and project management functions within larger consulting or government teams.
How can I get hired as a environmental in Colorado with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying for field technician or environmental technician roles at Colorado-based consulting firms such as Jacobs, Terracon, or Stantec, which regularly hire graduates with little direct experience. The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment also offers internship and entry-level analyst programs. Pursuing an EIT designation or enrolling in a Registered Environmental Manager preparation course signals commitment. Adjacent roles in water quality monitoring, laboratory analysis, or land conservation with Colorado Parks and Wildlife can also bridge into a full environmental career.
Where can I find and apply to environmental jobs in Colorado?
You can find and apply to environmental jobs in Colorado on Migrate Mate, which lists current Colorado openings across consulting firms, state agencies, energy companies, and nonprofits. Search the available roles, identify the ones that match your experience and location, and apply directly to the positions that fit your background.
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