Environmental Scientist
Actalent
Job Title: Environmental ScientistJob Description
We are currently seeking several Junior Level Environmental Scientists to join our team in Titusville. This position will support a variety of Emergency Response, Remediation, and environmental due diligence projects, with 75% of the work being field-based and 25% office-based.
Responsibilities
+ Use hand augers and other various tools/instruments to obtain soil, sediment, water, waste, and wastewater samples.
+ Perform tasks outdoors under varying climatic conditions and work around hazardous materials.
+ Conduct environmental site investigations and remediation work, including soil and groundwater sampling, vapor intrusion investigations, remedial investigations, design, implementation, and monitoring, as well as pilot tests, data management, processing, and evaluation.
+ Maintain test equipment and work area in clean working order, including modifying and calibrating equipment.
+ Maintain and troubleshoot mechanical remediation systems and monitoring systems.
+ Conduct environmental sampling and document field activities in field notebooks and field graphics, including groundwater sampling logs, well completion logs, and soils logs.
+ Oversee work of subcontractors, including construction and water well contractors, laboratories, and others.
+ Prepare reports based on field notes, interpretation of laboratory reports, and other data, including source removal and site assessment.
Essential Skills
+ Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Geology, Environmental Engineering, or a physical science.
+ Experience with or desire to start a career in environmental site assessments, remediation, and environmental emergency response.
+ Valid Florida Driver’s License required.
+ Availability for some overnight travel in Florida.
+ OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER training with updates preferred.
+ Strong attention to detail with excellent analytical, judgment, and problem-solving capabilities.
+ Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
+ Strong technical education, professional demeanor, and a desire to learn.
+ Understanding of environmental regulations related to contaminated sites, drinking water, and related regulations.
+ Ability to plan, organize, and coordinate work assignments.
+ Understanding of standard methods for analyzing various chemical parameters, including applicable procedures, detection limits, and quality assurance techniques.
+ Proficiency in using a computer to access, input, and review test data in spreadsheets, tables, graphs, and various software programs.
+ Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others, including clients, agency personnel, and the public.
+ Strong written and verbal communication skills.
+ Comfortable and physically able to perform the field duties of the job in an outdoor Florida environment and around hazardous materials.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
+ Experience with environmental site assessments, remediation, and environmental emergency response.
+ OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER training with updates preferred.
Work Environment
The Environmental Scientist will start out coming to the office each day before heading out to the field. After gaining experience and training, there is flexibility to drive straight to project sites if it makes more sense logistically. Most fieldwork involves daily travel, but there will be projects periodically throughout Florida that require overnight stays. Benefits once hired direct include health, dental and vision insurance, a company truck for most positions, a 401k with company match of up to 5% of salary, PTO/vacation time, company-paid holidays, and compensation for furthering education and professional development incentives.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $24.04 - $28.85/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)• Short and long-term disability• Health Spending Account (HSA)• Transportation benefits• Employee Assistance Program• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Titusville,FL.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Feb 19, 2025.
About Actalent
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