Careers

If you are looking to be part of something new and exciting – a company that values you as an individual – and enjoy making the complex simple, then Scout Environmental is the place for you! We have created an exciting and flexible work environment with a professional, positive vibe. Scout Environmental is committed to sustaining a balance between our personal and professional lives, which encourages our team – and our business – to thrive.

We are all about doing rewarding and meaningful work with people you like to work with. Come be a part of something distinctive and apply to join Scout Environmental today!

Contact us at hello@scoutenv.com

Scout Environmental, Inc. (Scout) is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) headquartered in northern San Diego County (Encinitas, CA) focused on providing facility condition assessment services and environmental planning, compliance, and engineering services to the Department of Defense (DoD) throughout the United States.  Scout is seeking Facility Condition Assessors/Inspectors to support this emerging service area.  The position will likely require up to 70% or more of travel. Initially, most of the travel will be in the southwest (CA and AZ), but can be nationwide and potentially international.  Travel per diem will be provided and all travel expenses will be reimbursed.  Travel-related mileage and associated other benefits (e.g., hotel reward points) earned will be the employees to keep.  The specific terms of employment (full time/part time, benefits, salary) to be determined commensurate with applicant’s experience/background and specific project needs.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Conduct an inventory of client facilities properly classifying building components in accordance with ASTM UNIFORMAT II.
• Perform assessments of client facilities using professional expertise and judgment to determine physical condition and conformance with specifications and building codes.
• Experience using facility condition assessment software. Knowledge of BUILDER™ web-based Sustainment Management System (SMS) software application developed by the US Army Corps of Engineers Engineer Research and Development Center’s Construction Engineering Research Laboratory (CERL) is highly desirable; however, Scout will train good candidates in the use of this software.
• Use of computer tablets with built-in cameras (e.g., MS Surface Pro) to document building system conditions (mechanical or electrical systems and subcomponents; architectural finishes, etc.) encountered during assessments and providing justification for determination of the physical condition.
• Work under direct supervision and in accordance with instructions and standard practices.
• Physical ability to inspect large complexes at fast pace (assessors typically walk up to 5 miles per day) and the employee must occasionally lift and/ or move up to 40 pounds.

Basic Qualifying Requirements:

• Ability to travel, up to 70% or more (primarily throughout the United States, but potentially overseas).
• Valid U.S. passport or ability to quickly get one.
• Demonstrated on-the-job experience or formal trade school education in building and mechanical systems.
• 3 to 5+ years of experience in conducting facility condition assessments or similar work.
• Good technical writing skills required.
• Good mathematical aptitude required.
• Ability to read engineering drawings, specifications, and inspection instructions.

• Will be required to perform other duties as requested, directed or assigned.
• Ability to support other environmental projects, to potentially include environmental planning (NEPA) and compliance/EMS projects.

Desired Qualifications:

• Degree in architecture, engineering, construction management, or other applicable field
• Master mechanic/technician
• ICC certification
• ASHRAE Level I and Level II energy auditor
• Professional engineering registration desired but not required
• Military veterans with equivalent military experience are encouraged to apply

Scout Environmental, Inc. is proud to be an equal opportunity/ affirmative action employer.
EEO/AA Employer/Vets/Disabled

Provide your cover letter and resume to the attention of Mr. Jason Strayer at jason.strayer@scoutenv.com