Environmental Scientist

About the role

Coneco Engineer’s & Scientist is seeking an Environmental Scientist to join our team in Westford, MA. We are a consulting firm specializing in environmental management, civil engineering, ecological permitting, and land surveying. Established for over 30 years, we provide comprehensive environmental services across multiple states.

Responsibilities

• Conduct sampling activities (soil, air, groundwater, surface water, building materials)
• Oversee subsurface drilling activities and sampling collection
• Provide remedial action oversight/direction to environmental service field crews
• Respond to emergency releases of petroleum products, mercury, PCB’s, etc.
• Oversee underground storage tank removals and prepare closure reports
• Perform industrial hygiene and air/dust monitoring associated with construction and utility work
• Use of field equipment for monitoring, field screening, and sampling purposes
• Data analysis and interpretation to determine the next course of action
• Draft site plans, sampling plans, and other figures
• Prepare technical and regulatory reports for submittal to clients and state/federal agencies
• Communicate with clients and subcontractors as needed
• Attend required health and safety training sessions and obtain necessary certifications
• Perform ASTM-compliant Phase I Environmental Site Assessments & Phase II Investigations

Requirements

• 0-5 years of experience
• B.S. in Environmental Science/Engineering, Geology, Chemistry, Biology, Natural Resource Management, or a related course of study
• Familiarity and/or coursework in ArcGIS and AutoCAD
• OSHA 40-Hour HAZWOPER training (plus coursework)
• Flexibility to work on a multitude of diverse projects
• A positive attitude and commitment to workplace health and safety
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Attention to detail and ability to observe, document, and communicate field conditions
• Self-motivated; willingness to work independently or collaborate as a team to solve problems

Qualifications

• Ability to work in all types of weather and terrain at various times of the day
• Flexibility and preparedness are a must
• Must pass background check, drug screening; have an insurable driving record and an acceptable motor vehicle record

Benefits

• 401(k) plan
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Pay

$45,000.00 - $50,000.00 per year

Schedule

8 hour shift

Job Type

Full-time

Education

Associate (Preferred)

Work Location

In person