Stormwater Inspector

Keish Inc.

Stormwater Inspector applying QSD expertise for compliance across construction and municipal projects. Conducting inspections and developing SWPPP plans for environmentally sensitive areas in the San Francisco Bay Area.

Posted 7/2/2026full-timeSan Jose • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $130,000 - $160,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Apply QSD-level expertise to ensure stormwater compliance across construction, municipal projects
Conduct field inspections and implement stormwater BMPs per NPDES permits, SWPPPs, and MS4 stormwater programs
Develop and refine SWPPP plans for projects in environmentally sensitive and post-wildfire areas
Guide project teams on regulatory compliance, proactively identifying risks and implementing corrective actions
Prepare expert-level inspection reports and communicate findings with clients, contractors, and regulatory agencies
Collaborate with regulatory bodies (Regional Water Quality Control Board, CA Dept. of Fish and Wildlife, Corps of Engineers, NOAA Fisheries) to maintain high compliance standards

Requirements

What you’ll need

QSD certification strongly preferred (QSP required)
Experience with MS4 stormwater programs a major plus!
Familiarity with California Stormwater permits and regulation and ability to work on site in Northern California up to 5 days a week
2-5 years of experience in Environmental Engineering, Environmental Science, or Construction Management
Deep understanding of stormwater regulations, NPDES permits, and erosion control strategies
Proven ability to develop, implement, and monitor SWPPP plans for complex, environmentally sensitive projects
Capability to read and understand technical drawings with an understanding of terminology, symbols and conventions used in engineering drawings
Strong problem-solving and communication skills, with experience working in collaborative, multidisciplinary teams and the ability to produce clear and concise compliance reports.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical (Kaiser/Anthem)
Dental
Vision
Life & LTD insurance
401(k) with company match
9 paid holidays + vacation and sick leave
Flexible work hours (field-driven)

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Hard Skills & Tools

Stormwater BMPsErosion Control StrategiesField InspectionsTechnical Drawing InterpretationRegulatory Compliance

Soft Skills

Problem-SolvingCommunicationCollaboration

Certifications

QSD CertificationQSP Certification