Launch Your Career as an Environmental Field Inspector
Company: Compliance Resources, Inc. (CRI)
Location: San Antonio, TX (and surrounding metropolitan areas)
Ready to trade the office for the great outdoors? We're seeking entry-level graduates to join our team and embark on an exciting journey in the environmental and construction industry. Need experience? Start here! If you have a degree in Environmental Science, Construction Management, or a related field (or 3+ years of relevant experience), this is your chance to build a professional foundation and accelerate your career growth.
Imagine your day-to-day:
- Active Fieldwork: Enjoy daily hikes of 4-5 miles, turning your work into an outdoor adventure!
- Cutting-Edge Tech: Master the latest Android and Google technology, utilizing provided tablets to manage digital site maps, reporting software, and advanced Large Language Models (LLMs) integrated into our workflow to enhance efficiency.
- Career Catalyst: Gain invaluable, hands-on training that will catapult your career as a true stormwater compliance expert.
- Professional Growth: Open doors to incredible professional opportunities in a supportive, team-driven environment.
If you're eager to learn, love the outdoors, and are tech-savvy, apply today to join the Compliance Resources, Inc. (CRI) team. Qualified applicants must reside in or be willing to relocate to Bexar, Kendall, Comal, or Guadalupe Counties.
Key Responsibilities
Your duties will include, but are not limited to:
- Conducting field inspections and environmental audits at various construction sites.
- Developing a working knowledge of Federal, State, and local stormwater regulations (including TPDES requirements).
- Documenting findings in our established written format using internal reporting platforms.
- Updating digital inspection site maps to reflect current Best Management Practices (BMPs).
- Interacting professionally with clients and site superintendents to notify them of inspection findings.
Job Requirements
- A 4-year degree in Natural Science, Environmental Science, Construction Management, or a closely related field OR 3 years of work experience in the Environmental or Construction Industry.
- Enthusiasm for spending time outdoors and enjoying physical activity.
- A strong interest in learning and utilizing new technologies.
- A willingness to actively engage with Large Language Models (LLMs) and adapt to AI-assisted processes as part of your daily workflow.
- An eagerness to learn and grow within a supportive team environment.
- Home Office: A dedicated space at your residence that is solely used for work purposes.
- Transportation: Use of a personal vehicle is required to travel between sites (mileage is reimbursed at the standard IRS rate).
- Availability: Ability to work some weekends as needed.
- Screening: Applicants must complete a background check and drug test.
- Initial Skills Training: Ability to physically attend a two week in person training course in Georgetown, Texas. Lodging and meals are provided.
- Must obtain CESSWI-IT certification within 16 weeks of starting employment.
Compensation and Benefits
- Base Pay: Salaried Non-Exempt position starting at $36,504.00 per year - Non-Negotiable. Employees in this role are eligible to earn overtime.
- Certification Raise: CRI covers the application and testing fees for your mandatory Certified Erosion, Sediment & Stormwater Inspector (CESSWI) - In Training exam. Passing the exam on your first attempt results in an immediate $1,000 raise!
- Perks:
- Health benefits
- 401K plan
- Mileage reimbursement
- Toll Tag provided where required by work assignments
- Paid Overtime
Next Steps & Interview Process
Highly qualified candidates will be selected for a briefing where they will have a chance to speak with a current employee to find out more information about the job. If they desire to continue the process, they will be interviewed in person. The in-person interview may contain performance-based assessments to determine employee suitability.
During the process, candidates will be asked to demonstrate their familiarity with Google products (Drive, Gmail, Docs, and Sheets) and answer general questions about Android phone/tablet navigation. Candidates with degrees will be required to show proof of graduation by presenting a transcript with a degree awarded date prior to the final interview.
The final candidate pool will be interviewed in person at one of CRI’s offices, depending on the location of the position.
Anticipated Start Date: August 17, 2026
CRI is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $702.00 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- AD&D insurance
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid jury duty
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Physical Setting:
Application Question(s):
- Are you willing and able to walk or hike 4–5 miles per day in outdoor in all season field conditions, as required for this role?
- Are you willing to actively engage with Large Language Models (LLMs) and adapt to AI-assisted processes as part of your daily workflow?
Education:
Language:
Ability to Commute:
- San Antonio, TX 78216 (Required)
Willingness to travel:
Work Location: Hybrid remote in San Antonio, TX 78216
