Environmental Jobs in Ohio

Environmental jobs in Ohio are concentrated in industrial compliance, water quality, and remediation work, with demand spread across the state's dense network of manufacturing corridors, municipal utilities, and environmental consulting firms. Columbus, Cleveland, and Cincinnati are the largest hiring centers, where employers like AECOM, Terracon, and the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency maintain consistent staff. The most in-demand specialties are Phase I and Phase II site assessments, stormwater and air quality compliance, and RCRA hazardous waste management. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.

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Overview

Open roles163+
Top employerOhioHealth
Top cityColumbus, OH
Cities hiring73
Work type82% On-site
Top industryManufacturing

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Rapport
Environmental Services Manager, 3rd Shift
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Rapport
New 7h ago
Environmental Services Manager, 3rd Shift
Rapport
Cincinnati, Ohio
Business Operations
Executive Leadership & C-Suite
Project Management
$53k - $55k/yr
Bachelor's degree
501-1,000

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TriHealth Inc.
Environmental Services Tech
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TriHealth Inc.
New 8h ago
Environmental Services Tech
TriHealth Inc.
Oxford, Ohio
Business Development
Growth Marketing
Marketing
10,000+

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Signature Health Inc
Environmental Service Technician
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Signature Health Inc
New 9h ago
Environmental Service Technician
Signature Health Inc
Ashtabula, Ohio
Maintenance & Repair
Quality Control
Skilled Trades
High school diploma or GED
501-1,000

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Centrus Energy Corp.
Environmental Specialist, Lead
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Centrus Energy Corp.
New 11h ago
Environmental Specialist, Lead
Centrus Energy Corp.
Piketon, Ohio
Project Management
Solutions Engineering & Architecture
Technical Program Management
$76k - $127k/yr
Bachelor's degree in engineering

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Owens Corning
Sr Environmental, Health and Safety Lead
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Sr Environmental, Health and Safety Lead
Owens Corning
Tallmadge, Ohio
Compliance & Legal
Health & Safety (EHS & OHS)
Specialized Engineering
Compliance & Risk
Environmental Engineering
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Environmental Jobs by City in Ohio

Where Ohio roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Akron
8 jobs
Cleveland
8 jobs
Chardon
5 jobs
Dublin
4 jobs
Dayton
3 jobs
Twinsburg
3 jobs
Miamisburg
3 jobs

Environmental Job Market in Ohio

A snapshot from current Ohio openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • OhioHealth
    OhioHealth14
  • H
    Healthcare Services10
  • Burns & McDonnell
    Burns & McDonnell8
  • Sodexo
    Sodexo7
  • C
    Crothall Healthcare6

Top Industries Hiring

  • Manufacturing
  • Agriculture & Farming
  • Construction & Real Estate
  • Medical Devices
  • Consulting & Professional Services

What Ohio Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in environmental jobs across Ohio.

  • Ohio-registered professional geologist or Ohio PE license for senior consulting roles
  • Bachelor's degree in environmental science, geology, chemistry, or civil engineering
  • Working knowledge of Ohio EPA regulations and federal CERCLA or RCRA requirements
  • Experience conducting Phase I or Phase II environmental site assessments
  • OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER certification current and in good standing
  • Valid driver's license and willingness to travel to field sites across Ohio

Environmental Jobs in Ohio: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a environmental in Ohio?

The path depends on your specialty. Environmental scientists typically enter with a bachelor's degree in environmental science, geology, or chemistry and build credentials from there. Geologists who sign site assessment reports must register with the Ohio State Board of Registration for Professional Geologists. Engineers in environmental roles must hold an Ohio Professional Engineer license through the State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers and Surveyors. Entry-level positions in consulting or government do not always require licensure upfront, but senior and report-signing roles do.

Which companies hire environmentals in Ohio?

Companies currently hiring environmentals in Ohio include OhioHealth, Healthcare Services, and Burns & McDonnell, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Ohio's heavy manufacturing base and extensive brownfield inventory keep large consulting firms, industrial corporations, and state agency offices in a near-constant hiring posture.

Which Ohio cities have the most environmental jobs?

Columbus, Cincinnati, and Akron have the most environmental openings in Ohio. Columbus leads because it is home to the Ohio EPA central office and a large cluster of engineering and environmental consulting firms, while Cleveland's industrial legacy drives ongoing remediation and compliance work, and Cincinnati's chemical and manufacturing sector generates steady demand for environmental compliance specialists.

Are there remote environmental jobs in Ohio?

Yes, but they're rare. Environmental work is inherently field-oriented, with most roles requiring site visits, sample collection, or in-person regulatory inspections. About 18% of environmental openings tied to Ohio are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those positions are almost exclusively in data analysis, environmental reporting, compliance program management, or grant writing rather than fieldwork roles.

How can I get hired as a environmental in Ohio with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is an environmental technician or field sampler role at a mid-size Ohio consulting firm, where training happens on the job alongside licensed staff. AECOM and Terracon both hire entry-level field staff in their Ohio offices. A completed OSHA HAZWOPER 40-hour card signals readiness for fieldwork and gives candidates a concrete edge. Ohio EPA's Division of Environmental Response and Revitalization also brings on environmental specialist trainees through state civil service, which is a strong option for candidates with a relevant degree but no private-sector experience.

Where can I find and apply to environmental jobs in Ohio?

You can find and apply to environmental jobs in Ohio on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers hiring in the state right now. Search for roles that match your experience level and specialty, then apply directly to the ones that fit.

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