Jr. Environmental Scientist or Geologist

Responsibilities

• Performs groundwater sampling, gauging and product bailing, and surveying.
• Oversees drilling activities (soil boring advancement and monitoring well installation events).
• Collects soil, groundwater, and air samples.
• Supports treatment system operation and maintenance (OM&M) activities.
• Coordinates with subcontractors and oversees their activities.
• Compiles and completes field notes on each event/site.
• Records data, prepares reports, provides analysis and interpretations of findings based on scientific experimentation and existing knowledge.
• Completes quarterly groundwater monitoring reports.
• Conducts hydrogeological assessments regarding groundwater flows to identify contamination impact and related concerns.
• Researches information relating to identifying geological formations and soil delineation studies and prepares reports and geological maps based on the findings.
• Identifies viable remedial solutions consistent with all Federal, state, and local regulations.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree or higher in geology, environmental science, or related scientific discipline.
• 0-2+ years of related experience.
• Soil and groundwater sampling experience.
• 40 HR OSHA Hazwoper experience.
• Experience with UST sampling and assessment projects.
• Detail-oriented, team player with good communication, analytical, organization, and time management skills.
• Local and regional travel (GA, AL, and TN) with overnights in a company-truck with all travel expenses paid up to 60% of the time.

Skills

• Knowledge of soil and groundwater sampling techniques.
• Experience with hazardous waste operations and emergency response (HAZWOPER).
• Experience with Underground Storage Tanks (UST) sampling and assessment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.

Benefits

Employee benefits include: Hybrid workforce, medical, dental, vision, prescription, 401k, FSA, STD, LTD, New Parent Leave, 529 College Bound Fund, Tuition Assistance, Bonus Plan, and more.