Environmental Scientist II

Calista Corporation • Salt Lake City, UT

23h • Hybrid

About The Position

Our founding company was built more than 50 years ago and has a legacy of welcoming new employees with our commitment to provide the best place to work by inspiring financial security and premier health and wellness programs for you and your family while enjoying an adventurous and dynamic culture. Our employees’ commitment to protecting the environment is intrinsic and deeply rooted, both individually and collectively at Brice, giving you purpose driven work that is impactful. For Brice Engineering, it’s not just about answering the mail. It’s about your long-term success and ability to run your mission seamlessly with minimal to no snags along the way. We are enthusiastic and have fun doing what we do. We love the diversity and dynamic nature of opportunities in this business. Everything from navigating the logistical puzzle of an environmental site investigation on the remote Aleutian Island chain, to designing and building a state-of-the art facility gets us excited!

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in physical or environmental science.
• Five to ten years of experience working on environmental projects.
• A broad understanding of federal, state, and local environmental regulations.
• Valid state driver’s license and qualified to operate a vehicle under the conditions of the Company’s Driving Policy.
• Ability to pass drug and background screening.
• Knowledge of the practical application of environmental engineering science and technology. This includes applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and production of various environmental services.
• Knowledge and understanding of CERCLA/RCRA, NPDES, CWA, OPPA, CAA, and other applicable laws, legal codes, government regulations, executive orders, and agency rules governing environmental projects and programs.
• Ability to identify complex problems and review related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
• Ability to use analytical skills alongside scientific rules and methods to solve problems and apply logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
• Basic computer skills specifically using Microsoft Office Suite; ability to learn additional computer skills or software programs.
• Effective oral and technical written communication skills to effectively and clearly communicate complex information to others as well as to present information in front of a group.
• Excellent interpersonal skills to work effectively and cooperatively with all levels of management and staff.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to prioritize, multi-task, and confidentially process and maintain data with accuracy with directions and mentorship.
• Ability to act as an effective team member.
• Ability to effectively manage tasks and be self-directed in meeting deliverables.
• Ability to communicate effectively and build strong working relationships.
• Ability to develop and expand knowledge.
• Ability to develop business acumen.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in federal government projects is highly desired.
• Hazardous Waste Operation and Emergency Response training with current 8-hour refresher preferred.
• Experience with Health and Safety functions a plus.

Responsibilities

• Conduct and oversee site inspections, assessments, investigations, and cleanups in accordance with state and federal regulatory guidelines and as directed by project management staff.
• Work with environmental technicians and other technical staff in data collection, site inspection/investigation, and evaluation of data collected in support of environmental project objectives.
• Prepare technical evaluations of investigated sites using CERCLA/RCRA guidelines.
• Provide scientific and technical guidance, support, coordination, and oversight to project staff preparing written project documentation.
• Review and document the processes necessary to obtain, develop and/or update environmental permits, plans, reports, licenses, and other requirements necessary to achieve environmental compliance and restoration project objectives.
• Review and provide documentation on environmental technical standards, guidelines, policies, and formal regulations to ensure proposals meet all appropriate requirements.
• Prepare charts or graphs from data samples, providing summary information on the environmental relevance of the data.
• Determine data collection methods to be employed in site surveys and investigations.
• Actively participate in creating a positive team environment.
• Support project planning and RFP responses.
• Solve challenges for Clients.
• Manage company resources to ensure proper deliverables.
• Support junior Environmental Scientist staff.
• Actively participate in a proactive safety culture.
• Work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner.
• Perform other duties as directed.

Benefits

• Competitive wages and bonus programs
• Annual performance reviews with recommendations on training
• Mentorship Program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Health insurance through the Federal Employee Benefit Program (FEHB) with many plans to choose from with ridiculously low employee premiums.
• FSA health care and/or dependent care/HSA with HDHP.
• Dental and Vision Insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program for you and your family.
• Company paid Life Insurance, AD&D, LTD.
• Voluntary paid Life Insurance and AD&D as well as STD, Accident, Cancer/Critical illness, and Whole Life Insurance.
• Paid time off
• 10 Regular Holidays, 1 Bonus – Work Anniversary “Floating” Holiday.
• 401(K) match at $0.50 on the dollar up to 6% of your contribution.

What This Job Offers

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