Stormwater Field Technician

Fife, WA

Seasonal

Riparia Environmental

Student (High School)

Riparia Environmental, a subsidiary of MacKay 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.

Shift and Schedule:

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.

Key Responsibilities:

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.

Physical Conditions:

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.

Minimum Qualifications:

High school diploma or equivalent.
Valid Driver's License.
Ability to obtain DOT Medical Examiner’s Certificate prior to employment.
Experience driving and backing full-size trucks with trailers and equipment.
Experience with the safe operation of power tools such as lawn mowers, brush cutters, vactor equipment, etc.

Preferred Qualifications:

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.

What You’ll Gain From Working Here:

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 @Riparia_ENV

Riparia Environmental, formerly Olson Environmental and now a subsidiary of MacKay 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 MacKay Sposito’s engineers, scientists, surveyors, and construction managers, we integrate a broad range of disciplines to meet clients’ diverse needs.

Why join the MacKay Sposito team?

A people-first culture - We are dedicated to our employees and their families. We want to do what’s best for them, and their well-being helps drive our business decisions.
An excellent reputation - Through our 50-year history, MacKay Sposito has built and maintained an excellent reputation in our community, and with our clients and business partners. You’ll be joining a team with a strong foundation and reputation that you can be proud to be part of.
A focus on community - MacKay Sposito and our employees believe in giving back to the communities we serve. As a firm, we support several local organizations focusing on community pillars surrounding veterans and the youth. Our team members serve in volunteer positions as commissioners, committee and board members, youth coaches, and participate across a broad range of initiatives.

Our Values:

At MacKay Sposito, we’re serious about our work, but we don’t take ourselves too seriously. We have a unique and diverse mix of employees who enjoy each other’s company. In addition to having first-rate technical skills, we search out people who are friendly, honest and dedicated to their work. We know work isn't only about who you work for, it is also about what you do and how you do it. Led by the strength of our values and a culture shaped by employee ownership, we network with each other, build on each other's contributions, and collaborate to make great things possible.

We believe firmly in the principle of constructive candor – always telling the client everything they need to know to make fully informed decisions. By creating a positive, committed and supportive environment, we’re able to challenge our people to be the best that they can be, and to celebrate every success.

Please note that the salary information shown below is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as various market and business considerations.

The wage range for this position is $22.00 - $26.00/hr depending on experience.

Full time employees receive a well rounded benefit package including access to our company sponsored Medical (including an HSA High Deductible option), Dental, Vision, FSA, and Supplemental Life Insurance plans. We also offer 100% company paid Life Insurance, Short Term Disability, and Long Term Disability coverage. Employees are eligible to participate in our company 401k plan with up to a 4% match. Additionally, employees also receive paid vacation time, paid sick time, and 11 paid holidays and are able to participate in employee ownership options. MacKay Sposito pays for expenses associated with licensure as well as annual profit sharing bonuses.

Employment requires passing a pre-employment background check and drug screen.

As a federal Contractor we participate in E-Verify and are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

Open until filled.

Apply for this position

Required*

First Name*

Last Name*

Email Address*

Phone*

Address

Resume*

We've received your resume. Click here to update it.

Attach resume or Paste resume

Attach resume as .pdf, .doc, .docx, .odt, .txt, or .rtf (limit 5MB) or Paste resume

Paste your resume here or Attach resume file

Are you eligible to work in the US?*

Do you have a valid driver’s license?*

Do you require VISA sponsorship?*

Do you require relocation assistance?*

Were you referred by a current MacKay Sposito Employee?*

If Yes, please indicate who referred you.

What is your desired wage for this position?*

How many applicable years of experience do you have for this role?*

What experience do you have with operating power tools or equipment such as industrial mowers, brush cutters, and vactor equipment?*

Have you ever worked with stormwater systems or performed maintenance on infrastructure (e.g., storm drains, culverts, erosion control)? If so, please describe your experience.*

The following questions are entirely optional.

To comply with government Equal Employment Opportunity and/or Affirmative Action reporting regulations, we are requesting (but NOT requiring) that you enter this personal data. This information will not be used in connection with any employment decisions, and will be used solely as permitted by state and federal law. Your voluntary cooperation would be appreciated. Learn more.

Gender

Race/Ethnicity

Invitation for Job Applicants to Self-Identify as a U.S. Veteran

A “disabled veteran” is one of the following:
- a veteran of the U.S. military, ground, naval or air service who is entitled to compensation (or who but for the receipt of military retired pay would be entitled to compensation) under laws administered by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs; or
- a person who was discharged or released from active duty because of a service-connected disability.
A “recently separated veteran” means any veteran during the three-year period beginning on the date of such veteran's discharge or release from active duty in the U.S. military, ground, naval, or air service.
An “active duty wartime or campaign badge veteran” means a veteran who served on active duty in the U.S. military, ground, naval or air service during a war, or in a campaign or expedition for which a campaign badge has been authorized under the laws administered by the Department of Defense.
An “Armed forces service medal veteran” means a veteran who, while serving on active duty in the U.S. military, ground, naval or air service, participated in a United States military operation for which an Armed Forces service medal was awarded pursuant to Executive Order 12985.

Veteran status

I IDENTIFY AS ONE OR MORE OF THE CLASSIFICATIONS OF PROTECTED VETERAN LISTED ABOVE
I AM NOT A PROTECTED VETERAN
I DON’T WISH TO ANSWER

Voluntary Self-Identification of Disability

Voluntary Self-Identification of Disability Form CC-305
OMB Control Number 1250-0005
Expires 04/30/2026

Why are you being asked to complete this form?

We are a federal contractor or subcontractor. The law requires us to provide equal employment opportunity to qualified people with disabilities. We have a goal of having at least 7% of our workers as people with disabilities. The law says we must measure our progress towards this goal. To do this, we must ask applicants and employees if they have a disability or have ever had one. People can become disabled, so we need to ask this question at least every five years.

Completing this form is voluntary, and we hope that you will choose to do so. Your answer is confidential. No one who makes hiring decisions will see it. Your decision to complete the form and your answer will not harm you in any way. If you want to learn more about the law or this form, visit the U.S. Department of Labor’s Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP) website at www.dol.gov/ofccp.

How do you know if you have a disability?

A disability is a condition that substantially limits one or more of your “major life activities.” If you have or have ever had such a condition, you are a person with a disability. Disabilities include, but are not limited to:

Alcohol or other substance use disorder (not currently using drugs illegally)
Autoimmune disorder, for example, lupus, fibromyalgia, rheumatoid arthritis, HIV/AIDS
Blind or low vision
Cancer (past or present)
Cardiovascular or heart disease
Celiac disease
Cerebral palsy
Deaf or serious difficulty hearing
Diabetes
Disfigurement, for example, disfigurement caused by burns, wounds, accidents, or congenital disorders
Epilepsy or other seizure disorder
Gastrointestinal disorders, for example, Crohn's Disease, irritable bowel syndrome
Intellectual or developmental disability
Mental health conditions, for example, depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety disorder, schizophrenia, PTSD
Missing limbs or partially missing limbs
Mobility impairment, benefiting from the use of a wheelchair, scooter, walker, leg brace(s) and/or other supports
Nervous system condition, for example, migraine headaches, Parkinson’s disease, multiple sclerosis (MS)
Neurodivergence, for example, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), autism spectrum disorder, dyslexia, dyspraxia, other learning disabilities
Partial or complete paralysis (any cause)
Pulmonary or respiratory conditions, for example, tuberculosis, asthma, emphysema
Short stature (dwarfism)
Traumatic brain injury

Please check one of the boxes below:

YES, I HAVE A DISABILITY, OR HAVE HAD ONE IN THE PAST NO, I DO NOT HAVE A DISABILITY AND HAVE NOT HAD ONE IN THE PAST I DO NOT WANT TO ANSWER

PUBLIC BURDEN STATEMENT: According to the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 no persons are required to respond to a collection of information unless such collection displays a valid OMB control number. This survey should take about 5 minutes to complete.

You must enter your name and date
Name	Date

Human Check*

Submit Application