Environmental Professional Groundwater Monitoring

Sealaska/Woocheen Family of Businesses•Los Alamos, NM

About The Position

The Environmental Professional will complete sample collection, including bottle set preparation, instrument calibration, relinquishing samples to the N3B Sample Management Office (SMO) for processing, and completion of paperwork. Other responsibilities may include: generating sampling calendars, daily status reports and field summary reports. The Environmental Professional will ensure all activities and operations are performed in a safe and deliberate manner; will maintain required safety, security and all operational training; assure procedural and regulatory compliance; and make safety and security an integral part of every task, including taking the necessary steps to pause or stop work if continuing the task is unsafe or compromises security.

Requirements

Mechanical aptitude desired
Skill and ability to perform basic tasks and to analyze and develop innovative solutions to problems
Ability to recommend approaches for new and improved processes
Ability to work with broad objectives, with latitude to determine the best way to accomplish tasks
Level of language skills, mathematical skills, communication skills, reasoning ability and computer skills necessary to perform essential functions of the job
Ability to work in a team oriented project environment
Excellent communication skills (both verbal and written)
Broadly applied software including Microsoft Office.
Associate degree in engineering, science, or related technical discipline, or equivalent; however, a combination of education and relevant experience wherein the knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the position’s duties and responsibilities have been adequately demonstrated is acceptable
Valid driver’s license required

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with RCRA waste management practices and sample planning desired
Familiarity with the LANL site and work environment preferred
Experience with government contracts preferred but not required
Familiarity and experience working with pressure systems (nitrogen tanks and gages) desired

Responsibilities

Collect groundwater samples from monitoring wells, springs, and base flow locations while preparing detailed documentation pursuant to the sampling plan
Maintain quality control throughout the sample collection process
Assist with installation of pressure transducers and collection of water level measurements
Operate generators, trailers and pumps in the field
Use and maintain water quality meters and calibration logbooks
Maintain all groundwater sampling equipment in adherence to applicable quality standards
Ability to coordinate with, and willingness to take direction from project leads as required
Support the project with requesting site access, data tabulation, and report preparation, as needed
Comply with all health & safety policies and practices
Other duties in support of the Water Program as assigned