Environmental Scientist 1 - NY Burrows Area
About The Position
Apex is seeking an entry-level Environmental Field Scientist to conduct on-site environmental assessments at operational sites. The role evaluates facility operations against applicable federal, state, and local regulations and internal environmental protocols, identifies risks, checks implementation of environmental programs, and proposes corrective actions. The position is based in the New York City area and requires travel to client sites within an approximate 200–300-mile radius, with travel expected to account for 80% of the role. The work includes scheduled and on-call inspections, review of environmental documentation, preparation of reports using standardized online platforms, and fieldwork collecting and processing environmental samples. Work is primarily scheduled during standard business hours, though periodic on-call coverage and off-hours work—including evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays—may be required based on business needs. Candidates must be able to reliably travel throughout the region and hold a valid driver’s license with a clean driving record. Successful completion of medical screening and pre-employment drug testing is required. Sponsorship is not available now or in the future.
Requirements
- BA/BS degree in Environmental Sciences, Environmental Management, Biology, Geology, Engineering, Data Analytics, or a related discipline.
- 0+ years of experience conducting environmental inspections, audits, or regulatory compliance assessments.
- Knowledge of key environmental regulations, including RCRA, EPCRA, the Clean Water Act, the Clean Air Act, and DOT hazardous materials requirements.
- Ability to interpret environmental records, manifests, and regulatory documentation.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, audit tools, and reporting platforms.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Comfort working independently in field settings.
- Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
- Ability to travel frequently to client sites within an approximate 200–300-mile radius of New York City; the role requires 80% travel.
- Successful completion of medical screening and pre-employment drug testing.
- Sponsorship is not available now or in the future.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in distribution, logistics, warehousing, or manufacturing environments is strongly preferred.
Responsibilities
- Conduct scheduled and on-call environmental inspections at operational sites.
- Evaluate hazardous waste handling, labeling, and storage; universal waste and e-waste management; stormwater and wastewater systems; spill prevention and control; air emissions, refrigerant management, and equipment compliance; solid waste and recycling; chemical storage; and material storage and management.
- Inspect loading docks, fuel systems, waste storage areas, material handling areas, mechanical rooms, and other areas for environmental risks.
- Review hazardous waste manifests, emergency response plans, spill logs and incident reports, inspection checklists, training records, environmental permits and records, equipment records, and environmental performance data.
- Prepare detailed inspection reports using standardized online reporting platforms.
- Propose corrective actions to address compliance gaps.
- Conduct fieldwork, including collecting and processing stormwater, wastewater, air, and other environmental samples.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision plan options.
- Company-paid life, short-term disability, and long-term disability insurance.
- 401(k) plan.
- Paid time off and holidays.
- Cross-training and opportunities to work on a variety of projects.
- Other perks and incentives.
- Annual bonus opportunities for all Apex positions.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
