Staff Professional (Geologist/Scientist)

About Us

At Onterris, we build careers grounded in purpose, responsibility and real-world impact. “For Planet and Progress” is our north star that guides everything we do. We believe environmental responsibility and human progress are interconnected, interwoven and international. Our scientists, engineers, field teams, consultants and professionals collaborate across disciplines and geographies, guiding industries and governments, ensuring that communities and environments thrive. When you join us, you’re not just forging a career, you’re joining a movement. A movement for better thinking, smarter solutions and lasting impact. Together, we will advance our way of life and protect the integrity of our environment every step of the way.

A Day in the Life

This is a great opportunity for an early-career Geologist or Environmental Scientist to join our organization. The position available is a remote/hybrid opportunity that, while requiring residency in our Northern Appalachia service area (West Virginia or eastern Ohio highly preferred, western Pennsylvania may be considered), will allow the employee to perform office tasks from a home office. Regular travel and fieldwork servicing our region is required, and overnight travel is intermittent. The employee will be supported in all aspects of an environmental and/or geologic assignment. It should be noted that, while this is a remote position, daily interaction with colleagues, the public, clients, and/or subcontractors will be normal; adaptability and excellent written and verbal communication skills are required. Remote work is not suitable for all personalities, and requires a high degree of organization, self-discipline, and awareness.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Geology, Environmental Science, Hydrology, or an allied science from an accredited institution.
• 1 to 5 years of applicable environmental consulting (or similar) experience.
• Valid Driver’s License; reliable and consistent means of transportation; and ability to pass Motor Vehicle Records review.
• Base knowledge of common field equipment is preferred, but ability to learn and deploy commonly used field equipment (such as water quality meters, sampling equipment, air monitoring equipment, and GPS location equipment) is required.
• Exhibit discretion and good judgment; always maintaining confidentiality.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment, attention to detail.
• Must be able to observe and record field events with care and accuracy.
• Exercise safe work practices by following all Onterris and client safety rules and OSHA regulations, including attendance at all required safety training programs.
• Proficient using Microsoft Office Suite of computer-aided software.
• Ability to self-schedule, and the self-discipline to work without daily in-person supervision.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions to present to supervisors.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of environmental and safety regulations (EPA, OSHA, DOT, ANSI, etc.)
• GIS Certification/experience with CAD or ArcGIS
• Knowledge of – and experience with - water, soil, and air testing; sampling and investigation techniques and procedures
• Current OHSA 40-Hour HAZWOPER Certification 40, or current 8-hour refresher certificate; we provide ongoing OSHA training.

Skills

• Collecting field data in an organized and concise manner, consistent with corporate and client standard operating procedures and work plans.
• Fieldwork activities, which will include soil, groundwater, soil vapor, surface water and other media sampling, as well as maintenance of monitoring equipment at various locations.
• Exercising considerable care in following directions and project control documents to ensure procedures are in accordance with regulatory guidance.
• Supervision of subcontractors in the field.
• Assisting in developing work plans; executing work plans at project sites and following field direction; asking for clarification and guidance where needed.
• Interpretation of data, technical writing/report preparation, and client interaction.

Pay

The annual compensation range for this role is $52,500 to $60,000, commensurate with experience, skills, and geographic location.

Schedule

The position available is a remote/hybrid opportunity that, while requiring residency in our Northern Appalachia service area (West Virginia or eastern Ohio highly preferred, western Pennsylvania may be considered), will allow the employee to perform office tasks from a home office. Regular travel and fieldwork servicing our region is required, and overnight travel is intermittent.