Entry-level Environmental Scientist

SCS Engineers • Jacksonville, FL

1d • $60,000 - $70,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

We are looking for an Entry-level Scientist or Geologist to join our Environmental Services team in northeast Florida. This position will include both field and office work, with approximately 60% fieldwork and travel expected. Field work will include conducting site visits for Phase I Environmental Site Assessments (ESAs), soil and groundwater sampling, and contractor oversight. Office work will include data analysis, site assessment report writing, and Phase I ESA report writing. If you are self-motivated, eager to learn, and have the desire to develop professionally then this position could be for you. You will report to a Project Manager in the Jacksonville, Florida area. Please note this is a hybrid position.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science degree in geology, engineering, or related field required.
• Minimum of 3 months of relevant environmental internship, work and/research experience required.
• Microsoft Office software knowledge and fluency required.
• Ability to perform fieldwork including lifting up to 50 pounds and standing for long periods of time required.
• Valid, unrestricted driver’s license with a driving record in good standing required.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with environmental monitoring and GPS field equipment preferred.
• Completion of 40-hour Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response (HAZWOPER) training preferred, or willingness to complete this training upon employment.

Responsibilities

• Performing routine field activities including sample collection (soil, groundwater), drilling oversight, well development, soil logging, and site inspections.
• Preparing written documents (field notes and forms, permits, work plans, health & safety plans, etc.) in a clear and concise manner.
• Assisting with the preparation of technical reports, including preparing tabulated data and figures, using good time management.
• Assisting with the preparation of Phase I ESA Reports with exceptional attention to detail.
• Completing quality control reviews on all work products (reports, calculations, data, etc.) before submission.
• Coordinating with contractors, subcontractors, laboratories, and regulators.
• Preparing permit applications and regulatory agency submittmits and responses with supporting documentation.
• Preparing short-form site specific health and safety plans.
• Completing field and office assignments in a quality and safe manner.
• Pursuing technical improvement for self and company.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability Insurance
• 100% employer- funded Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) and 401K including employer match
• Annual Bonus Program
• Student Debt Employer Contribution Program
• Paid holidays, PTO and Paid Parental Leave

What This Job Offers

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