Junior Environmental Scientist

Junior Environmental ScientistA Junior Environmental Scientist participates as a member of an emergency response team to conduct environmental sampling and data collection. In performing such duties, a Junior Environmental Scientist will conduct research or perform investigations for the purpose of identifying, abating, or eliminating sources of pollutants or hazards that affect either the environment or the health of the population. Utilizing their knowledge of various scientific disciplines, they may collect, synthesize, study, report, and act based on data derived from measurements or observations of air, food, soil, water, and other sources. The successful candidate will apply scientific methodology for analysis of risk assessments and industrial hygiene applications to ensure the client's expectations are met. All Junior Environmental Scientist's shall maintain a response bag with company issued PPE and appropriate work clothing. This role is also subject to on-call rotation for emergency response and frequent, extended travel. The on-call rotation duties may extend to satellite offices as necessary. Travel on a moment's notice may extend further than just the on-call rotation i.e. in the event a response requires more staffing support.The compensation range for this role is $38,500 to $41,100 commensurate with experience, skills, and geographic location.To thrive in this role, you'll be comfortable taking ownership of the following responsibilities:Immediate availability for extended travel and emergency response at client's requestMaintain, calibrate and mobilize equipment appropriate for an emergency responseGather and analyze samples from various sources of potential contaminationPerform monitoring and sampling activities according to the prescribed methodsCompile, review and summarize scientific/technical data and literature; andCompletion of 40-hour HAZWOPER training in accordance with 29 CFR 1910.120 within first three weeks of hire datePossession of DISA & TWIC clearances within 3 months of hire dateCompletion of all designated safety requirements within first month of hire date; andPerform other duties as assignedYour Expertise and SkillsThese requirements reflect the knowledge, skills and abilities that help you do your best work here.Bachelor's degree in Biology, Environmental Engineering, Environmental, Health and Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Toxicology or other related science1 to 3 years of experience in a related field may be substituted in lieu of a degreeAdvanced computer skills in a Windows-based platform is a mustThe ability to learn various software and complying with administrative duties (time sheets/expense reports)Ability to work independently and with minimal supervisionAbility to respond in a timely manner to all communications from his/her supervisorAbility to establish and maintain effective working relationships within a matrix reporting structureAbility to understand and follow written and verbal directionsPossess strong verbal and written communication skills in the English languageAbility to complete HAZWOPER certificationAbility to obtain and maintain DISA clearanceAbility to obtain TWIC clearanceCurrent driver's licenseAbility to obtain a passportCompletion of all job specific OSHA trainingAbility to comply with all job specific OSHA requirements, including the wear of a respiratorPossess excellent problem-solving and analytical skills with careful attention to detail being criticalPossess a high degree of personal initiative and responsibility for work assignedAbility to understand and follow written and verbal directionsDemonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills in the English language; and,Ability to work overtime and on weekendsWork Environment and Physical Requirements The physical and environmental requirements below reflect what's typically needed to perform the essential functions of this role safely and effectively. We may provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities, consistent with applicable law, to support performance of the essential functions.Sitting, standing, and walkingLifting up to 50 pounds several times a dayOverhead lifting of over 20 poundsBending, stooping, climbing ladders and crawlingLong hours involving overtime and weekends as necessaryKeyboarding/typingAbility to read effectively from a computer screen, sampling device and/or a paper copyAbility to handle a large volume of work and perform multiple tasks in a fast-paced environmentFrequent, unscheduled travel for extended periods of timeAbility to drive noncommercial vehiclesRarely may work shifts of up to 24 hours in durationDress out in physically demanding personal protective equipment (PPE) for site Junior at HAZWOPER sites as required under 29CFR 1910.120Wear half-face and full-face air purifying respirator (APR) as well as supplied air respirators in the form of Self Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) and hose supplied respirator with medical clearance as required under 29CFR 1910.134Wear partially or totally encapsulating personal protective equipmentWorks in an office environment when not deployed on an emergency responseOften works outdoors and may be exposed to hot and cold environments and extreme weather conditions, including sunlit, rainy and windy conditionsMay occasionally work shifts up to 24 hours in durationEncounter environments presenting physical hazards of uneven ground, standing water, ditches, dusty conditions, rapidly moving transportation and remediation equipment, and physical stress associated with the wear of personal protective equipmentMay work at altitudes greater than 5000 feet above sea levelMay work on land, sea or airMay work in a setting with potential physical and chemical hazards; andFrequent, extended travel