Environmental Scientist

APTIM • Canton, MA

9h • $24 - $31 • Onsite

About The Position

APTIM is seeking a junior level environmental Scientist on a full-time basis in
the Canton, MA area to participate in a variety of environmental support tasks
such as investigation/remediation, stormwater, wastewater, hazardous waste,
hazardous materials, above and/or below ground storage tanks, remediation system
O&M, audits and inspections, spill prevention, air quality, environmental due
diligence, water conservation/sustainability, and energy
solutions/sustainability. The position will require travel to client facilities
approximately 50% of more of the time to conduct environmental compliance
reviews, gather related data, or perform site work; this travel will primarily
be regional in nature. The position requires both independent work and
collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to ensure regulatory compliance and
to deliver practical, science-based solutions for clients.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Geology, Environmental Science, or related scientific field required.
• 40-Hour OSHA HAZWOPER Training.
• One to three years' experience required in the environmental field including direct experience with at least one of the following regulatory programs: investigation/remediation, stormwater, wastewater, hazardous materials, hazardous waste, air quality, aboveground and below ground storage tanks, environmental due diligence, water conservation/sustainability, energy solutions/sustainability, and/or other associated programs (e.g., RCRA, CERCLA, DOT, etc.) · Familiarity with Federal and State environmental regulations related to the above referenced programs.
• Experience overseeing environmental drilling activities required.
• Experience collecting groundwater, soil, air, and sediment samples.
• Some overtime and weekend work will be required to meet project deadlines.
• Ability to travel as needed with occasional overnight stays.
• Must possess and maintain valid driver's license.
• Must be able to operate a vehicle, including a company pickup truck, and safely driving in a variety of settings and weather conditions.
• Must be able to work in the field in all types of field conditions/weather.
• Lifting and physical work will be required - must be able to lift 50 pounds, capable of climbing stairs, walking short distances, an in overall good physical condition as this position requires at least a modest level of physical activity.
• Must be able to work independently as well as in a team environment.
• Ability to work on hazardous waste sites and meet the 40-hour OSHA physical requirements (includes wearing PPE and a full-face respirator).
• Software skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office software (e.g., Word, Excel), and web-based applications.
• Ability to interpret complex data and identify trends or anomalies.
• Strong and effective verbal and written communication skills necessary to explain complex and/or confidential information.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, be self-motivated, and be adaptable in a fast paced, dynamic, deadline-driven environment.
• Strong time management and organizational skills necessary to manage multiple projects, appropriately prioritize workload, plan for resources to meet deadlines and goals, and respond to day-to-day functional needs.
• Ability to anticipate and identify problems and use sound judgment and fact-based analysis to develop effective and efficient solutions.
• Knowledge of concepts, practices, policies, and procedures used in field operations.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with operation and maintenance of remedial systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Executing various work scopes, while meeting project schedules and budgets.
• Work independently and as part of a project team and be able to adjust to changing conditions.
• Interface with client personnel at a corporate and facility level.
• Time management to ensure a quality product is prepared to meet project deadlines.
• Apply knowledge and skills to a wide range of standard and nonstandard situations.
• Implementing written work scopes to performing environmental sampling of soil, groundwater, air, and sediment.
• Calibrating and using technical instruments including some troubleshooting.
• Interpretation/evaluation of scientific data.
• Oversee subcontractors performing environmental drilling, operation of construction equipment, mechanical system installation, and other investigation/remediation related tasks.
• Conduct routine operations of remedial systems, clearly document system parameters and potential changes.
• Adheres to established health and safety policies and procedures and executes work in a safe and conscientious manner.
• Flexible and willing to support other projects as needed.
• Drafts technical documents for regulatory agencies and private clients.
• Implement and monitor environmental compliance programs working closely with other compliance specialists to support compliance programs.

Benefits

• Medical, vision, and dental insurance: Through the marketplace, our employees can choose benefits from five metallic levels and several carriers to find the right benefits that work for them in their location.
• Company paid and optional Life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity coverage
• Paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave (eligibility based on company policy and applicable law)
• 401(k) APTIM offers three 401k plans through the Aon Pooled Employer Plan (PEP). The specific plan you are eligible for depends on the business unit you are in. The details of the largest plan are found here: APTIM 401(k) Guide [https://aptim.makeityoursource.com/getattachment/427b25cf-c3d5-43c1-97af-a3c3f474a136/APTIM-Corp-401(k)-Guide.pdf] APTIM - Helpful Documents [https://aptim.makeityoursource.com/helpful-documents]

What This Job Offers

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