Stormwater Field Technician

Riparia Environmental, a subsidiary of Mac Kay Sposito, is seeking a seasonal Stormwater Field Technician to join our team. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working outside and alongside a team while putting in a full day's work. This is a labor intensive role that will be instrumental in providing support in the management of invasive/noxious weeds in stormwater facilities, various stormwater activities, habitat restoration, and various manual labor tasks.

Some of the equipment you will be using includes industrial mowers, brush cutters, hedger, hydro-vactor equipment, and occasionally herbicide applicator equipment. Job sites may include uneven ground and steep slopes. You will be frequently bending and squatting during the day and carry loads of 30-40 pounds, up to the occasional 90 pounds.

At Riparia, we strive to empower people, create solutions, and enhance communities. This means attracting and empowering a workforce that is collaborative, innovative, and committed to personal growth. All are encouraged to apply, even those who believe they do not meet every single one of the qualifications.

This position’s schedule varies based on projects and season. Work shifts are scheduled between the hours of 6:00am and 5:30pm. Overtime may be required. Local and overnight travel may be required.

• Perform routine maintenance tasks, including cleaning and clearing debris from stormwater drains, culverts, mowing facilities.
• Conduct regular inspections of stormwater facilities, identifying potential issues and documenting findings.
• Monitor stormwater systems to ensure they meet regulatory standards and environmental requirements.
• Execute repairs on stormwater infrastructure, such as pipe, erosion control, and sediment removal.
• Maintain detailed records of maintenance activities, inspections, and repairs.
• Compile and submit reports on the status of stormwater systems, documenting any issues or recommended improvements.
• Stay informed about local, state, and federal stormwater regulations and ensure compliance in all maintenance activities.
• Operation of work trucks and upkeep of equipment.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Ability to get confined space training and work in confined spaces using safety equipment.
• Ability to wear appropriate PPE for the entire shift including but not limited to: hard hats, goggles/glasses, gloves, reflective garments, etc.
• Ability to work both independently and as a member of a team.
• Ability to work in variable outdoor conditions (heat, rain, rough terrain, etc.).
• Ability to frequently bend, and squat throughout shifts.
• Ability to carry loads of 30-40 pounds, up to the occasional 90 pounds.
• Ability to work long hours and overtime.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid Driver's License.
• Ability to obtain DOT Medical Examiner’s Certificate prior to employment.

• Natural resources education or background.
• Demonstrated leadership experience in and with teams (preferably with a natural resources crew).
• Ability to identify invasive plant species and/or noxious weeds.
• WSDA Pesticide Applicator License.
• Active and up to date DOT Medical Examiner’s Certificate.
• Certified Erosion and Sediment Control Lead (CESCL) certification.

Employees of Riparia Environmental are united by our drive for excellence, our passion for innovation, and the responsibility we take for our clients’ success. We also like to sprinkle in a bit of fun. This combination makes Riparia Environmental an enjoyable and rewarding place to work.

Riparia Environmental, formerly Olson Environmental and now a subsidiary of Mac Kay Sposito, has a longstanding history of serving the Pacific Northwest with trusted expertise in environmental compliance, ecological restoration, stormwater management, and landscape services. Our experienced team is dedicated to building resilient ecosystems through responsible solutions. By collaborating with Mac Kay Sposito’s engineers, scientists, surveyors, and construction managers, we integrate a broad range of disciplines to meet clients’ diverse needs.