Environmental Scientist (Entry-Level)

Shannon & Wilson Inc•Fairbanks, AK

About The Position

Shannon & Wilson is an employee-owned consulting firm headquartered in Seattle, Washington. Committed to technical excellence and high-quality service, we provide integrated geotechnical engineering, engineering geology, environmental and natural resource services for clients worldwide. Since 1954, we have delivered comprehensive engineering and environmental solutions for the most challenging infrastructure planning, design, permitting and construction conditions. Shannon & Wilson’s Fairbanks office celebrates 50 years of service in Alaska. Our Fairbanks office provides geotechnical and environmental engineering services to northern, western, and interior Alaska. Fairbanks’ central location allows our staff the ability to travel to unique projects in remote and rural areas of Alaska. Its character has been shaped by a history of gold mining, a large military presence, construction of the Trans-Alaska Pipeline, the continuing oil economy, and the University of Alaska Fairbanks, the founding campus of the University of Alaska system. Shannon & Wilson supports a variety of charitable and community-involvement organizations through volunteer hours, donations, and financial contributions. We are dedicated to improving our communities, preserving the environment, and utilizing the most innovative science practices in all our work. Job Summary: Shannon & Wilson is seeking qualified Environmental Scientist for an opening in our Fairbanks office. The position is expected to continue through the busy field season, with opportunities for winter work depending on workload, performance, and business requirements.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Geology, Hydrology, Civil or Environmental Engineering, Chemistry, Biology, or other Natural Science; 0 to 6 years of experience as an Environmental Scientist, Geologist or Geoscientist.
Excellent writing, organizational, and communication skills.
Personable, flexible, and professional demeanor.
The ability to manage your schedule and work independently with the appropriate level of supervision.
Basic computer skills: MS Word, Excel, required.
The willingness and ability to travel (drive or fly) to project work sites throughout Alaska and to support the needs of other Shannon & Wilson offices.
A valid driver license and insurable driving record.
The ability to get a pass for access to military facilities.
Critical thinking and analysis.
This position requires the ability to lift up to 30+ pounds and involves physically demanding fieldwork in a variety of environments. Assignments may occur in remote or rural locations where housing accommodation is limited and may not align with typical commercial lodging standards, including shared housing or temporary facilities. Access to restaurants, grocery stores, or other services may be limited. Fieldwork may require extended walking over variable terrain, work across large project areas, and performance of duties in adverse weather conditions. Candidates must be capable of meeting the physical requirements of environmental field duties.
The work environment will vary greatly depending on the nature of tasks assigned, this position will occasionally involve local and out-of-state travel and may require work outside of normal business hours (evenings and weekends) as needed.

Nice To Haves

Experience with or coursework in ArcGIS.
Familiarity with ADEC contaminated-site regulations.
Familiarity with fate and transport of contaminants in soil and groundwater.
Experience with or knowledge of drilling techniques, soil sampling, and monitoring well installation and sampling.
Experience sampling soil, groundwater, and other media at contaminated sites.
Experience in hazardous waste and hazardous materials management.
Experience with environmental remediation technologies.
Experience with statistical analyses.
40-hour HAZWOPER training.
Knowledge of RCRA, CERCLA, OSHA and other federal regulations.
Meet the requirements of an ADEC Qualified Environmental Professional or Sampler, as defined by 18 Alaska Administrative Code 75.333.

Responsibilities

Comprehensive environmental consulting that includes planning, data assessment, reporting, travel and field work, and sample collection.
Assist with review, evaluation, and interpretation of environmental data and prepare summary reports.
Interact and communicate with clients, vendors, and staff at all levels in a professional manner.
Collect field data in an organized and concise manner, consistent with corporate and client standard operating procedures and work plans, and that are in accordance with regulatory guidance.
Perform fieldwork activities to include: soil, groundwater, soil vapor, surface water and other media sampling, as well as maintenance of monitoring equipment at various locations.
Oversee subcontractors in the field.
Follow Shannon & Wilson’s Quality Assurance policy.
Follow and promote Shannon & Wilson’s Health & Safety and Loss Prevention policies and procedures.
Perform other duties as assigned by your supervisor.

Benefits

Employee stock ownership
Medical, prescription, vision, dental, long-term care and life insurance plans are offered to employees (and their families).
Pre-tax health and daycare FSA
Profit sharing and 401(k) plans with annual safe-harbor contributions 10 - 20 paid vacation days per year for full-time employees (prorated for part-time employment) based on year’s of experience
Since sick leave accrues based on hours worked might be best to list as an hourly accrual, or plan to update for PT postings.
9 paid holidays per year + 1 personal holiday
Paid volunteer day
Paid time off for bereavement and jury duty
Two weeks of paid parental leave
Lunch & Live wellness webinars and an Employee Assistance Program
Mentorship Program
Tuition Reimbursement
Free parking