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Environmental technicians can secure H-1B visa, TN visa, and E-3 visa sponsorship, though the degree requirement creates barriers. While environmental science, chemistry, and engineering degrees typically qualify, many entry-level technician roles don't meet the specialty occupation standard that requires a bachelor's degree in a specific field. For detailed occupation requirements, see the O*NET profile.
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ASRC Federal is a leading government contractor furthering missions in space, public health and defense. As an Alaska Native owned corporation, our work helps secure an enduring future for our shareholders. Join our team and discover why we are a top veteran employer and Certified Great Place to Work™.
ASRC Federal NetCentric is hiring an Environmental Engineer at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station.
Job Summary:
This position involves positive interaction among CLOIS employees and customers. Requires moderate oral presentation skills and writing expertise. The Environmental Field Engineer is required to be familiar with and knowledgeable of Federal, State, local and Air Force regulations to determine policy, execute activities or procedures and training relevant to the CLOIS contract. Focus areas include spill response and cleanup, spill prevention and counter control, transformer/PCBs/used oil, air emissions, aboveground storage tanks and hazardous materials/waste.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Monitor and maintain primary data gathering and reporting for the air emissions program. Follow CLOIS contract requirements and regulatory obligations to collect, record and report air emissions information. Supports or actively engages in initiating and updating data within the Air Program Information Management System (APIMS) database.
- Actively engage CLOIS contract requirements for Aboveground Storage Tank (AST)/Spill Prevention Counter Measures and Control (SPCC) Program. Coordinate, manage and maintain all inspection records, regulated tank binders and corrective maintenance actions records. Maintain spreadsheets on the Engineering Environmental shared drive. Coordinate all tank related activities conforming to UFC 3-460-03, STI SP001, 031, API 653, 570. Initiate, review and or coordinate customer requests or removal from service requests through the Delta 45 AST/ SPCC manager via their support contractor. Provide maintenance oversight and assistance to NASA tank operators and managers on AF property; provide courtesy pre-inspections before state or county regulatory inspections. Manage and maintain SPCC inventories, site binders, rain-drain logs for AST’s, Cape transformers and drum storage areas holding 55 gallons or greater of hydrocarbon-based commodities or wastes. Ensure all CLOIS facilities managing Flammable Storage Lockers, waste sites; field vehicles and mobile generators, searchlights, light-all assets are equipped with tailored spill kits and portable secondary containment units when deployed.
- Actively engage CLOIS contract requirements for the Enterprise Environmental, Safety, Occupational Health Management Information System EESOH-MIS/Environmental Management System (EMS) Program. Maintain the EMS Stage I checklist repository and database, conduct quarterly field site inspections and maintain inventory, notifies the Environmental Manager when trending or non-compliance issues surface, provides alternative economically sound and effective measures and solutions to mitigate contract risk. Uploads, manages, maintains and documents Management Action Plans (MAPS), provide justification for project funding, corrective actions and finding closeout to the Management Internal Control Toolset (MICT) web site as required. Acts as the focal point to all CLOIS shop entities for work center or process issue relation to the EMS.
- Actively provide general National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) advice for incoming work requests.
- Provide general support of Pollution Prevention (P2)/Recycling Program. Work with the customer P2 Recycling Program Manager, and environmental support contractor to identify/map P2 strategies, which result in source reduction, waste minimization, duplication of effort and excessive Hazardous Material procurement. Leads efforts within CLOIS to identify and implement opportunities to divert products such as lead acid batteries, plastics, wooden pallets, paper products and electronics from the solid waste stream. Compile statistical analysis and generate reports as required to meet Air Force Data Deliverable requirements.
- Support CLOIS requirements toward Solid Waste. Track and maintain records for contract generated construction and demolition (C&D), street sweepings, other categorical wastes and recyclable commodities. Conducts field accumulation site inspections, maintains diversion records; disposal records and cost data for contract and quarterly metrics reporting. Ensure all operational requirements; reports and training are appropriately addressed. Coordinate preparations, activities and interaction with Federal, State, local or Air Force regulators during inspections.
- Support Sustainable Acquisition (Green Procurement Program). Follow requirements as defined in Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) Section 6002 and Executive Order 13423. Coordinate and lead efforts with CLOIS Logistics, engineering design and purchasing elements, to ensure alignment with Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) comprehensive guidelines mandating specific percentages of recycled-content, bio-based alternatives, sustainable and renewable resourcing products and materials are given purchasing priority. Compile statistical analysis and generate reports as required to meet Air Force Data Deliverable requirements.
Educational/Training Requirements:
Requires a bachelor’s degree in environmental engineering or related engineering field plus two (2) years of relevant field experience in a multi-discipline Industrial or Military environment. Equivalent education/experience is applicable.
Skill Requirements/Qualifications:
- FL State drivers’ license.
- EESOH-MIS training for program overview and program access desirable.
- Must possess good organizational skills, be computer literate, work well with Microsoft Office programs.
- Forty-hour HAZWOPER training is required.
Work Environment:
This position’s work environment includes a controlled office setting. Field work required to visit common building or remote sites associate with an active military installation. Potential exists to experience low to moderate levels of noise for short periods of time.
Physical Demands:
Stair climbing is involved for office access. Field impediments may include walking through ankle to knee-high grass; some walking may include hard surface or extremely soft sand. Exposure to Insects is common out of doors and potentially dangerous indigenous wildlife can be encountered in remote sites.
We invest in the lives of our employees, both in and out of the workplace, by providing competitive pay and benefits packages. Benefits offered may include health care, dental, vision, life insurance; 401(k); education assistance; paid time off including PTO, holidays, and any other paid leave required by law. The salary offered will depend on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant experience, skills, education, geographic location, internal equity, business needs, and other factors permitted by law. Posted pay ranges are a general guideline only and are not a guarantee of compensation or salary.
ASRC Federal and its Subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, gender, color, age, sexual orientation, gender identification, national origin, religion, marital status, ancestry, citizenship, disability, protected veteran status, or any other factor prohibited by applicable law.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Visa Sponsorship as an Environmental Technician
Target roles requiring specialized degrees
Focus on positions specifically requiring environmental science, chemistry, or engineering degrees rather than general technician roles that accept any bachelor's degree.
Emphasize analytical and regulatory work
Highlight experience with environmental compliance, data analysis, and regulatory reporting rather than basic sample collection or equipment maintenance tasks.
Consider environmental consulting firms
Consulting companies often need degree-specific expertise for client projects and regulatory compliance, making them more likely to sponsor visas.
Leverage specialized certifications
Professional certifications in hazmat, water quality, or air monitoring can strengthen your case for roles requiring specific technical knowledge.
Research government contractor opportunities
Federal contractors working on environmental remediation or compliance projects often need credentialed professionals and sponsor work visas regularly.
Apply for scientist-level positions
Environmental scientist roles have stronger visa approval odds than technician positions since they clearly require degree-level knowledge and analytical skills.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do environmental technician roles qualify for H-1B visas?
Basic technician roles often don't qualify because they don't require degree-level knowledge in a specific field. However, positions involving environmental compliance analysis, regulatory reporting, or specialized testing that specifically require environmental science or chemistry degrees can qualify. The job description must demonstrate why a bachelor's degree is essential.
What degree do I need for environmental technician visa sponsorship?
Environmental science, chemistry, chemical engineering, or biology degrees work best. The degree field must directly relate to the job duties. General science degrees may work if combined with relevant experience, but employers typically prefer candidates whose degree specifically matches environmental work requirements.
Which employers sponsor environmental technician visas most often?
Environmental consulting firms, government contractors, and large manufacturing companies with environmental compliance departments sponsor most frequently. These employers need credentialed professionals for regulatory work and client projects. Laboratories conducting environmental testing also sponsor, particularly for analytical chemistry positions requiring specialized knowledge.
Can I get TN visa sponsorship as an environmental technician?
TN visas are available for Canadians and Mexicans in specific professions. Environmental technicians aren't a designated TN category, but you might qualify under 'Chemist' or 'Engineer' if your degree and duties match. The role must require professional-level work, not routine technical tasks.
What's the approval rate for environmental technician H-1B petitions?
USCIS doesn't publish occupation-specific approval rates, but environmental roles face scrutiny over specialty occupation requirements. Positions emphasizing analytical work, regulatory compliance, and degree-specific knowledge have better approval odds than general technician roles. Having a directly relevant degree significantly improves chances.
How to find Environmental Technician jobs with visa sponsorship?
To find Environmental Technician jobs with visa sponsorship, use Migrate Mate, which specializes in connecting international candidates with sponsoring employers. Focus your search on environmental consulting firms, government agencies, mining companies, and energy corporations that frequently sponsor H-1B visa, TN, and other work visas for environmental professionals with technical expertise in compliance, monitoring, and remediation.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Environmental Technician jobs?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.