Staff Environmental Scientist/Geologist

About us
Specialty Earth Sciences is an environmental consulting and remediation company working with commercial, industrial, and municipal clients across the US on a variety of projects including; soil and groundwater assessment and remediation, vapor mitigation, environmental monitoring, and brownfield redevelopment.

Job Description
The position is approximately 40% field work on industrial and commercial sites, 60% office work with data management, reporting, and project coordination.

Field duties may include;

* operations and maintenance (O&M) of remediation systems
* environmental monitoring and sampling - soil, groundwater, wastewater, and air
* logging of soil borings and rock cores and oversight of groundwater recovery well drilling and installation activities
* remediation systems - installation, routine maintenance, and collection of operational monitoring data
* compliance with company safety standards and participation in safety training
* coordination and oversight of waste disposal activities
* supervision of subcontractors

Office duties may include;

* evaluation of analytical data, interpretation regulatory requirements, and assistance with the preparation of reports under the supervision of senior environmental staff
* creating data tables, figures, boring logs, and well construction diagrams
* preparing and implementing site safety plans
* soliciting and obtaining costing and quotes from vendors and subcontractors
* task scheduling and client communications

Basic/Required Qualifications

* environmental report writing experience such as: Phase I ESA's, Phase II ESA's, Groundwater Monitoring Reports, Investigation Reports
* BS or MS in Geology, Hydrogeology, Chemistry, Engineering, Environmental Science or related field
* environmental field experience preferred
* 40-hour HAZWOPER OSHA training desired, but not required
* Experience with soil classification is preferred
* Must be attentive to details and possess strong time management skills
* Basic mechanical and troubleshooting aptitude are helpful
* Good written and verbal communication skills
* Will be required to lift equipment and carry field and construction supplies. Therefore, physical fitness is a requirement.
* 40 Hour OSHA HAZWOPER training and certification required as position nvolves working with hazardous materials
* Must be willing and able to pass a drug test, OSHA HAZWOPER physical for respirator use, criminal background check, and must have a satisfactory driving record in accordance with the Company's driving policy

Physical Demands

* 40% field work in outdoor environments - including any and all weather conditions and terrain
* Travel - this position requires overnight travel. Travel expenses/per diem are paid in addition to wages
* Lifting and carrying equipment and supplies

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $40,000.00 - $55,000.00 per year