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 roles153+
Top employerHealthcare Services
Top cityColumbus, OH
Cities hiring73
Work type55% On-site
Top industryAutomotive

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Crothall Healthcare
Environmental Services Manager 3rd Shift
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Environmental Services Manager 3rd Shift
Crothall Healthcare
Cincinnati, Ohio
Business Operations
Customer Service
Customer Success
Bachelor's degree
10,000+

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ROBIN INDUSTRIES
Corporate Environmental, Health & Safety Spec
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Corporate Environmental, Health & Safety Spec
ROBIN INDUSTRIES
North Canton, Ohio
Compliance & Risk
Health & Safety
Health & Safety (EHS & OHS)
Quality Control
Bachelor's degree in engineering
201-500

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The Ohio State University
Assistant Professor - Environmental Humanities with Area Studies Expertise in Eastern Europe and Eurasia
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Assistant Professor - Environmental Humanities with Area Studies Expertise in Eastern Europe and Eurasia
The Ohio State University
Columbus, Ohio
Compliance & Risk
Environmental & Physical Sciences
Environmental Science
10,000+

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Crothall Healthcare
Environmental Services Manager 2nd Shift
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Environmental Services Manager 2nd Shift
Crothall Healthcare
Cincinnati, Ohio
Business Operations
Customer Service
Customer Success
$58k - $60k/yr
Bachelor's degree
10,000+

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ABARTA Coca-Cola Beverages
Environmental Health and Safety Manager
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Environmental Health and Safety Manager
ABARTA Coca-Cola Beverages
Cleveland, Ohio
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Customer Service
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Bachelor's degree

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Environmental Jobs by City in Ohio

Where Ohio roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Cleveland
11 jobs
Akron
7 jobs
Dayton
7 jobs
Miamisburg
4 jobs
Canton
3 jobs
Dublin
3 jobs
Toledo
3 jobs

Environmental Job Market in Ohio

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

Who's Hiring

  • Healthcare Services
    Healthcare Services24
  • Sodexo
    Sodexo8
  • PAM Health
    PAM Health5
  • Kettering Health
    Kettering Health4
  • Crothall Healthcare
    Crothall Healthcare4

Top Industries Hiring

  • Automotive
  • Manufacturing
  • Construction & Real Estate
  • Healthcare & Medical Services
  • Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals

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 Healthcare Services, Sodexo, and PAM Health, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 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 Cleveland 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 45% of environmental openings tied to Ohio are remote or hybrid as of October 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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