Staff Scientist 2

Your Responsibilities as an Environmental Scientist :

• Conduct fieldwork to collect soil, water, air, and other environmental samples.
• Maintain field equipment used for sampling and monitoring.
• Follow established protocols to collect accurate and reliable data.
• Record and manage data from field samples and environmental monitoring.
• Prepare and maintain detailed field notes and photo logs.
• Conduct regular monitoring of environmental conditions at various sites.
• Tabulate chemical, stratigraphic, and other data to produce various representations, including tables, figures, and time-series graphs.
• Conduct evaluations of groundwater data, including trend analyses, intra-well comparisons, and inter-well comparisons.
• Support field subsurface investigations and groundwater monitoring events.
• Conduct field logging and oversight of drilling subcontractors, including bedrock drilling and well construction.
• Positive and proactive attitude with willingness to learn and support variety of projects.
• Flexibility around travelling to support projects across the Division that can include overnight stays and long field days.
• Adhere to all health and safety guidelines to ensure a safe working environment.
• Report any safety concerns or incidents to supervisors immediately.

Why you'll love working for us:

• Competitive pay, full benefits package, flexible work environment
• Work in a strong Environmental services group with seasoned leadership as mentors
• Encouragement to grow and diversify professionally
• Recognition/visibility of your contributions
• Company-subsidized medical and dental plans and vision plan
• Company-paid life, short, and long-term disability
• Paid Time Off and Holidays, 401k match, tuition assistance, and more
• Cross-training and the ability to work on a variety of projects

What we're looking for:

• 3+ years of experience that includes conducting environmental sampling, subsurface investigations, tabulating and presenting data, and using GIS for digital map representations
• BS in Environmental Science, Geology or closely aligned field
• Valid driver's license
• Experience with groundwater sampling using various methods including low-flow sampling
• Experience with stratigraphic logging using various drilling methods potentially including hollow-stem auger, direct-push, air rotary, and rock coring
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office software and ability to learn a variety of technical software packages
• Ability to participate in occasional emergency response efforts related to petroleum or other releases
• Good safety record and understanding of safe work practices
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Ability to work outdoors under various weather conditions and terrains
• Ability to load / transfer sampling and monitoring equipment into vehicles and at job sites
• Ability to travel approximately 75% to support client project sites