Environmental Scientist

Position Summary The selected candidate will provide technical support in the areas of environmental site assessment, brownfields, site investigation, and remediation activities. Team members are also responsible for the planning and oversight of operations and site health and safety. The work involves environmental consulting and site investigation services. Essential Job Functions Multi-media sampling Field audits and inspections Organize and review data Write and perform technical reviews of reports Plan field investigations Subcontractor oversight Perform Phase I and Phase II Environmental Site Assessments Brownfield assessments Site inspections and/or site investigations on sites with potentially hazardous substances Travel to lead and support environmental projects Required Qualifications BS degree in environmental sciences or physical sciences (e.g., geology, biology, hydrology, toxicology, health physics) 2+ years of experience Prior experience in the environmental industry with demonstrated practical field experience performing multi-media sampling, including groundwater, soil, and soil gas Preferred Qualifications 40-hour OSHA HAZWOPER training is a plus Experience supporting remedial design, feasibility studies, hazardous waste, site investigations, site remediation, field sampling, air quality, ecological restoration, radiological issues, and/or water resources Analytical skills related to qualitative and quantitative data Strong technical and non-technical writing Information and data analysis Work on multiple projects teams simultaneously Proficiency with MS Office applications is required Additional Preferences Well organized and strong attention to detail Ability to multi-task Highly motivated, customer focused and work well in a team environment across multiple communication platforms Excellent communication, responsiveness, and customer service skills Ability to manage a heavy workload Work Environment / Environmental Factors The work involves both office and field environments. Travel with overnight and weekends is required for some of our field efforts and anticipated to be throughout the continental west coast, southwest, and Hawaiian Islands. Potential travel nationwide. A physical capacity for working outdoors, often in isolated areas, is required. Physical Requirements Work outdoors in all weather conditions. Climate ranges from extremely dry to extremely wet and from hot to cold. Rain, snow, wind, or dust may be encountered Walk on uneven terrain. Terrain may be steep, uneven, rocky, and covered with vegetation Pack heavy equipment and perform excavations using hand tools Carry field equipment (35 to 40 pounds) Don personal protective gear as needed Drive on a regular basis Pass a motor vehicle record background check and maintain a valid driver’s license and safe driving record is required Additional Information Work schedule: Monday - Friday Some field work requires working evenings and weekends and includes overnight stays when traveling Work locations: Office work performed in our Rancho Cordova, CA or Oakland, CA office. Hybrid is available Travel requirements: 35% Benefits Comprehensive and market-competitive benefits Merit-based financial rewards Flexibility and company-wide commitment to work/life balance Collaborative team atmosphere that values the contributions of all employees Learning and development opportunities for ongoing professional growth Medical, dental and vision insurance; term life, disability, accidental death & dismemberment coverage; Flexible Spending Account (FSA); Health Spending Account (HSA); time off with pay; 401k retirement plan; Employee Stock Purchase Plan Salary Range $70,304 - $80,000, depending on education, experience, skills, and location. Equal Opportunity Tetra Tech is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, marital or familial status, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law. Tetra Tech is a VEVRAA federal contractor and we request priority referral of veterans. #J-18808-Ljbffr