Environmental Scientist I / Geoscientist I Technician

About the role

This is an entry to mid-level position with primary responsibilities to complete project-required tasks in the field and office. The title may include Geologic, Environmental, GIS, Ecologic, or Biologic Scientist depending on education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Collect field samples of water, soil, or other media in accordance with standard industry practice or Moody standard operating procedures.
• Document field conditions of media such as soil, groundwater, surface water, bedrock, air quality (gases), stream substrate, and biological media.
• Assemble, operate, and maintain field instruments and equipment.
• Prepare notes, sketches, and site maps.
• Complete entry and quality assurance/quality control tasks with large quantities of data produced from field activities.
• Analyze data.
• Demonstrate excellent organizational skills and the ability to multi-task.
• Work self-motivated with little supervision.
• Apply problem-solving skills.
• Communicate effectively in written and verbal mediums as appropriate for the audience.
• Use critical thinking skills, including logic and reasoning, to evaluate alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
• Work individually or collaboratively with team members.
• Manage flexible work schedules and time efficiently.
• Follow company and client-mandated safety rules/practices and maintain safety consciousness at all times.
• Use MS Office proficiently, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access.
• Maintain dependable attendance.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in geology, environmental science, or other related field and/or at least one year of experience.
• Ability to perform each essential duty at a minimum satisfactory level.
• For Geologic Scientist roles: sufficient credits in geology coursework to satisfy Pennsylvania Professional Geologist licensing requirements; encouraged to pursue Professional Geologist license while employed with Moody.
• Other professional positions are encouraged to pursue applicable licensing, certifications, and accreditations while employed with Moody.

Skills

• Organizational and multi-tasking skills.
• Self-motivation and minimal supervision requirements.
• Problem-solving and critical thinking.
• Effective written and verbal communication.
• Proficiency with MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access).
• Ability to work individually or in a team.
• Time management and flexibility in work schedules.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described are representative of those required to successfully perform the essential functions of this position.

• Perform physically demanding tasks outdoors in adverse environmental conditions (e.g., rugged terrain, remote locations, hot and cold temperatures, inclement weather).
• Sit for long periods during office-related tasks or while driving to work sites.
• Field tasks may require hiking long distances while carrying equipment and supplies, with frequent walking, kneeling, bending, and lifting.
• Carry out the physical effort necessary to perform job-related tasks.

Schedule

• Average 40 hours per week, with overtime as required.
• Weekly schedules may vary based on business demands and are typically confirmed during the workweek (Monday–Friday) during normal business hours.
• Occasional weekend shifts on Saturday and Sunday may be required.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Short-term disability (STD), long-term disability (LTD), and accidental death & dismemberment (ADD) insurance.
• Life insurance.
• Incentive pay.
• Supplemental benefits.
• Company-matched 401(k) upon hire.
• Professional development assistance.
• Flexible hours.