Environmental Field Engineer, Scientist, Geologist

General Responsibilities

The Omaha office of our company is seeking a Field Engineer, Scientist, and Geologist to join the Environmental Department. Our Omaha offices serve a diverse client base across various sectors including commercial, industrial, government, and institutional markets. As a Field Engineer, Scientist, or Geologist, you will conduct environmental media sampling and remediation system operation and maintenance, often working outdoors.

Essential Roles and Responsibilities

• Conduct environmental site investigations, assessments, and surveys to sample, measure, and analyze air, water, material, and soil.
• Conduct well sampling.
• Conduct monitoring and perform repairs to environmental remediation systems.
• Collaborate with environmental engineering/scientist/geologist staff on projects.
• Participate in various aspects of environmental assessment and remediation projects.
• Assist in optimizing mitigation strategies and ensuring compliance with regulations.
• Grow from assisting in remediation system design and environmental protection plans to mastering these skills.
• Projects may include Phase I/II environmental site assessments, tank closure assessments, and soil and groundwater remediation.

Essential Roles and Responsibilities

• Perform site visits, field observations, and field data collection or assignments.
• Most assignments are field assignments requiring out of town travel for 75% of the typical work week (Mon-Fri), although some weekend work is occasionally required.
• Conduct water, soil, and air sampling.
• Basic understanding of mechanical and electrical systems.
• Assignments are designed to develop knowledge and abilities.
• Follow safety rules, guidelines, and standards for all projects.
• Report any safety issues or concerns to management.
• Maintain quality standards on all projects.
• Evaluate mostly routine laboratory and field data for inclusion in reports.
• Prepare reports or sections of larger reports.
• Consult with other technical people and supervisor on routine and less complex projects.
• Write routine proposals and assist in the preparation of more complex proposals.
• There will be some client contact pertaining to specific projects/tasks.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, geology, environmental science, or related science field with one year of related experience, or in lieu of a degree, five years of related experience.
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable violation history.
• Ability to travel out of town on a routine basis.
• Strong organization skills.
• OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER training, or ability to obtain upon employment.
• DOT medical card, or ability to obtain upon employment.
• Ability to operate 1/2-ton to 1-ton trucks and occasionally tow a trailer.