Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Entry Level Environmental Scientist

JOB SUMMARY

An entry level Environmental Scientist is responsible for learning and providing scientific interpretation and analysis to support projects. Work is performed in collaboration with service area managers under the general supervision of the Senior Geology Manager.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Develop and compile comprehensive written reports to document field activities, data interpretations, and conclusions
• Design and implement soil and waste management plans to support environmental projects
• Create geologic cross-sections and potentiometric surface maps for site assessments
• Review, edit, and maintain boring logs to ensure data accuracy and completeness
• Develop and refine conceptual site models to visualize environmental conditions
• Conduct hydrogeologic evaluations and modeling to assess groundwater movement and contamination risks
• Perform research to support environmental investigations and regulatory compliance
• Serve as a technical resource for environmental evaluations involving soil, water, and vapor assessments
• Assist in closure project planning, ensuring adherence to environmental standards
• Contribute to the development and maintenance of standard operating procedures for geology-related data collection and analysis
• Provide support to other service areas, including fieldwork as needed

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Learn job-related material primarily through verbal instruction, training, and observation in an on-the-job setting
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to adapt to shifting workflows
• Ability to learn new concepts quickly
• Skills in time keeping and appropriate billing

JOB SPECIFICATIONS

Education: B.S. in environmental science, geology or related field

Recommended Experience: 0 – 1 year of experience in environmental consulting, at least 6 months of fieldwork experience

Skills: Strong computer and verbal/written communication skills are a must

Certifications: 40-Hour Hazardous Waste Site Operation (HAZWOPER) (Beneficial but not required prior to employment)

Additional requirements: Must have a valid driver’s license, acceptable driving record, and physically capable of operating vehicles safely

This classification requires travel to various client locations. Travel typically involves day trips within the state or neighboring states, resulting in longer workdays; and may include extended and/or further travel, resulting in multiple days and overnights. Long-distance drives and air travel may be required.

*Other combinations of experience and education that meet the minimum requirements may be substituted.

JOB CONTEXT

70% office (controlled environment), 30% field/site visit travel (environmental job hazards)

August Mack Environmental is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Job Tags

Long distance, Shift work, Night shift,

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