Environmental Scientist 1

Apex Companies • Lakewood, CO

14h • $43,000 - $53,000

About The Position

Are you highly motivated, hard-working, and seeking to join a growth-focused consulting & engineering firm? Are you looking for a company that will invest in your development and grow your professional skills? If so, consider a career with Apex!
Powered by record sales, extraordinary client retention, strategic acquisitions, and an entrepreneurial spirit, Apex Companies is one of the fastest growing engineering and environmental consulting firms in the US. We were recently recognized by the Zweig Group as one of the fastest growing firms in the AEC industry. We take pride in providing our clients with exceptional service and have earned numerous awards for project excellence. We continue to grow, and we want you to grow with us.
We're seeking an Environmental Scientist in the Denver Metro/Lakewood, Colorado area to join our team and play a vital role in helping us manage sustainability.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Geology, Hydrogeology, Environmental Science, or a similar field
• Valid driver's license, good driving history, and access to reliable transportation are required
• Recent graduate or someone with up to 3 years of experience with environmental field sampling and data collection
• Comfortable working outside year-round and traveling for work up to one week at a time, including travel to remote project sites
• Ability to work >8-hour days, lift 50 lbs, and stand for long periods of time (with breaks)
• Ability to multi-task and manage your own schedule
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products
• Strong technical writing and communication skills

Nice To Haves

• Experience with data management and report preparation preferred
• Experience with safety programs and safe work practices
• 40-Hour HAZWOPER training preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform field work including collecting soil, surface water, groundwater, soil vapor, and indoor air samples
• Routine operation and maintenance of remediation systems
• Become proficient in use and maintenance field monitoring equipment
• Conduct Phase I environmental site inspections
• Conduct stormwater inspections to ensure adherence to plans or regulatory
• Gather and manage data manually and electronically requirements
• Enter data into tables and figures and update report templates
• Actively develop your own professional growth and manage your own schedule
• Actively participate in a culture of safe work practices

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision plan options.
• Company-paid life, short, and long-term disability insurance.
• 401k plan.
• Paid time-off and holidays.
• Cross-training and the ability to work on a variety of projects.
• Other perks and incentives.
• Working with the best and brightest in the industry.
• 2,000+ employee national firm with 70+ locations across the US.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level