Environmental Scientist

Environmental Scientist

Location


US-CA-Long Beach

Category


Early Career - Scientist

Position Type


Full Time Regular

What we are looking for

SCS Engineers is seeking an energetic, forward-thinking environmental services professional to join our Southwest environmental services team. The ideal candidate will be self-motivated, organized, embraces teamwork, is eager to learn, and has the desire to grow and develop professionally. Must be detail-oriented and a team player with great communication, strong technical writing, analytical, organizational, and time management skills. This role is on-site in our Long Beach, CA office when not in the field.

How you can make an impact

* A mixture of office and field work expected
* Experience conducting Phase I Environmental Site Assessments and Phase II Investigations in accordance with ASTM Standards
* Multi-media sampling (soil, soil vapor, groundwater, indoor air, methane, surface water, sediment, etc.)
* Experience and certification to collected samples and abatement oversight of asbestos containing materials and/or lead-based paint
* Supervise contractors during field activities for regulatory and safety compliance
* Lithological logging and boring log preparation
* Report writing and preparation of supporting documentation
* Long field days and work at job sites throughout Southern California can be expected with this position
* Proposal preparation
* Potential to manage small to mid-scale projects and provide support on larger projects
* Communicating project status, schedules and compliance issues with clients, third parties, and regulatory agents

Qualifications

* Bachelor's Degree in Geology, Environmental Science, Engineering or related field required
* Minimum of 2 years of related environmental experience required
* Must be well versed in water quality, environmental regulations and environmental assessment/remediation.
* Microsoft Office and computer programs (AutoCAD, Surfer, and/or ArcGIS preferred), field equipment experience preferred
* HAZWOPER training completed and up to date
* Asbestos coursework up to date and Certified Site Surveillance Technician (CSST) certification preferred.
* Progress towards professional certification (PE/PG) preferred
* Good communication and writing skills required
* Valid driver's license with driving record in good standing required

Pay Range

USD $71,000.00 - USD $81,000.00 /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.

If you have questions, difficulty using our online system and/or you need an accommodation due to a disability then please contact us about your interest in employment at View email address on click.appcast.io.

Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act, SCS does not conduct criminal background checks until after a conditional job offer has been extended. All qualified Applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment. You can find a list of job duties of the specific job position you have applied, which SCS reasonably believes that criminal history may have a direct, adverse and negative relationship that could lead to the withdrawal of a conditional offer of employment after background checks are completed.

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