Environmental Scientist

About the role

APTIM has a career-growth opportunity for a junior-level Environmental Scientist to support site investigation, characterization, and remedial actions at environmentally impacted sites throughout the United States. Work duties may include the design, installation, and sampling of groundwater monitoring wells, subcontractor oversight, collection of samples from various environmental media for laboratory analysis, and the implementation and maintenance of remedial systems.

Strong interpersonal skills are a must, including the ability to communicate clearly and confidently, both written and verbally, to all project team members including client representatives, regulators, and colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Collection, documentation, and interpretation of field data for management review and subsequent incorporation into project documents
• Work collaboratively in a team environment, provide input on technical, project, and safety issues
• Ensure conformance to applicable codes, standards, and company policies and procedures
• Apply education, knowledge, and skills to a wide range of standard and nonstandard situations
• Perform all assigned tasks in strict accordance with APTIM Safety Policies and Procedures
• Occasional overnight travel to other project sites in the general geographic area may be required

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in a Scientific Discipline (Geology, Environmental Science, etc.)
• 0-3 years of relevant industry experience
• Valid Driver's License with Clean Driving Record
• Possess or have ability to readily obtain OSHA HAZWOPER certification
• Ability to wear proper PPE for work on hazardous waste sites; lifting and physical work will be required
• Must be able to work in the field in all types of field conditions/weather
• Willingness to work occasional overtime, including weekends, to meet project deadlines

About APTIM

APTIM enhances the quality of the environment, wellbeing of people, resilience of communities, and opportunity for employees to make a difference, not just a living. A leading professional solutions firm, we specialize in environmental, sustainability, resilience, and infrastructure solutions. Our team of experts provides these integrated solutions for forward-thinking government agencies, commercial and industrial clients, and energy customers. Together, we create sustainable and resilient communities for all.

Pay

As of the date of this posting, the pay range for this position is $27.00 - $29.00 per hour. Compensation depends on several factors including: experience, education, key skills, geographic location of the position, client requirements, external market competitiveness, and internal equity among other employees within APTIM.

Benefits

• Medical, vision, and dental insurance through the APTIM Benefits Marketplace with multiple metallic levels and carriers
• Company-paid and optional life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity coverage
• Paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave (eligibility based on company policy and applicable law)
• 401(k) plans through the Aon Pooled Employer Plan (PEP), with details varying by business unit