Environmental Geologist, Scientist or Engineer (Entry Level)

Antea Group•Middletown, CT

41d•$25 - $29

About The Position

Antea USA, Inc. (AnteaGroup) is seeking a motivated, detail-oriented, entry-level Environmental Geologist, Scientist or Engineer in one of the following office locations: Framingham, MA or Middletown, CT. Qualified individuals must have strong organizational and communication skills (both verbal and written), and a desire to work in a fast-paced environment with a strong technical support team. This position reports to a manager or senior manager and will support project teams on a variety of assignments including groundwater sampling collection, site remediation activities, technical and safety oversight of subcontractors, permitting, and Phase I and Phase II Environmental Site Assessments. Tasks could include preparing work orders and health and safety plans; conducting soil and groundwater quality investigations; indoor air and soil vapor sampling; remediation system operation and maintenance; data entry, management and analyses; and the preparation of reports in a variety of formats. This is a full-time position of which 3-5 days a week will be spent outside at local or out-of-state project locations with the remainder of time spent in the office. Out-of-state projects may require overnight stays in a hotel. Full weeks away generally average 4-5 weeks a year, but that can vary depending on project needs and regional staff availability.

Requirements

BS in Environmental Sciences / Soil Science / Geology / Environmental Engineering or related science major.
Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
Entry Level 0 - 2 years of applicable environmental experience.
This position will require a 40-hour HAZWOPER OSHA certification. While current certification is desirable, it is not required to apply. HAZWOPER training will be provided upon employment if the successful candidate(s) is/are not already certified.
Strong organizational and communication skills with an innate attention to detail.
Strong time management and decision-making skills.
Able to work independently at remote locations to troubleshoot issues with sampling equipment.
Ability to multi-task with multiple projects or assignments.
Interest and motivation to diversify skill set with additional training.
Familiarity with state and federal environmental regulatory framework.
Authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship, now or in the future.
Compliance with any client requirements, including but not limited to vaccine mandates and/or drug testing.
Potential employees must be able to satisfactorily complete a background check, pre-employment drug screening (as permitted by law), and baseline physical (safety sensitive roles). They must also have a valid driver's license and good driving record.
Maintain physical condition appropriate to the performance of assigned duties and responsibilities, which may include the following: Sedentary to light work (typical office or administrative work). Frequently required to stand, sit, and walk for extended periods of time. Occasional lifting and carrying of low (under 25lbs) to moderate (25-49lbs) weight objects. Repetitive motions: substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers (including reaching). Subject to inside environmental conditions (protection from weather conditions but not necessarily from temperature change). Operation of a motor vehicle.
Complete a medical surveillance/fitness-for-duty examination and maintain physical condition appropriate to the performance of assigned duties and responsibilities which may include the following: Medium to heavy work. Subject to outside environmental conditions: heat/cold, wind, wet and/or humid, etc. Occasional stooping (bending body downward and forward), kneeling (bending legs at the knee), crouching (bending body downward and forward), and climbing. Frequent lifting (including push/pull, hold/carry) of light, moderate, and possibly heavy-weight objects. Subject to hazards, including a variety of physical conditions, including but not limited to: proximity to moving vehicles, parts, or equipment; exposure to chemicals; pressure (including noise); electrical hazards; biological hazards; excavation/trenching; confined spaces; elevated work; materials handling. May be required to wear an air-purifying respirator.