Entry-level Environmental Scientist

Entry-level Environmental Scientist

Location


US-FL-Jacksonville

Category


Early Career - Scientist

Position Type


Full Time Regular

What we are looking for

We are looking for an Entry-level Scientist or Geologist to join our Environmental Services team in northeast Florida. This position will include both field and office work, with approximately 60% fieldwork and travel expected. Field work will include conducting site visits for Phase I Environmental Site Assessments (ESAs), soil and groundwater sampling, and contractor oversight. Office work will include data analysis, site assessment report writing, and Phase I ESA report writing.

If you are self-motivated, eager to learn, and have the desire to develop professionally then this position could be for you. You will report to a Project Manager in the Jacksonville, Florida area. Please note this is a hybrid position.

How you can make an impact

Performing routine field activities including sample collection (soil, groundwater), drilling oversight, well development, soil logging, and site inspections.
• Preparing written documents (field notes and forms, permits, work plans, health & safety plans, etc.) in a clear and concise manner.
• Assisting with the preparation of technical reports, including preparing tabulated data and figures, using good time management.
• Assisting with the preparation of Phase I ESA Reports with exceptional attention to detail.
• Completing quality control reviews on all work products (reports, calculations, data, etc.) before submission.
• Coordinating with contractors, subcontractors, laboratories, and regulators.
• Preparing permit applications and regulatory agency submittals and responses with supporting documentation.
• Preparing short-form site specific health and safety plans.
• Completing field and office assignments in a quality and safe manner.
• Pursuing technical improvement for self and company.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in geology, engineering, or related field required.
• Minimum of 3 months of relevant environmental internship, work and/research experience required.
• Microsoft Office software knowledge and fluency required.
• Experience with environmental monitoring and GPS field equipment preferred.
• Completion of 40-hour Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response (HAZWOPER) training preferred, or willingness to complete this training upon employment.
• Ability to perform fieldwork including lifting up to 50 pounds and standing for long periods of time required.
• Valid, unrestricted driver's license with a driving record in good standing required.

Pay Range

USD $60,000.00 - USD $70,000.00 /Yr.

Additional Information

Please note that our pay ranges are determined by several factors, including relevant experience, internal pay equity, and location. They do not include any of the amazing benefits of being an employee-owner, which are listed below.


SCS is building a world where environmental systems and infrastructure strengthen the health, safety and resilience of communities - from reducing methane emissions at landfills to producing alternative energy, from repurposing contaminated properties to sequestering carbon.

As a 100% employee-owned firm, we bring a long-term perspective, personal ownership and shared success to everything we do. We live our values every day: We care. We are a team. We are tenacious.


Join us and be part of a team where your work has real impact - on the world and on your own growth.

As a growing firm, we offer excellent opportunities for career advancement and a comprehensive package, including:

*Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability Insurance
*100% employer- funded Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) and 401K including employer match
*Annual Bonus Program
*Student Debt Employer Contribution Program
*Paid holidays, PTO and Paid Parental Leave

SCS Engineers is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). SCS provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran or disabled status.

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