Environmental Scientist

Handex Consulting & Remediation•Fort Lauderdale, FL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Handex is seeking a motivated Environmental Scientist for its Fort Lauderdale region. This role will support project managers with various environmental activities including Contamination Assessment (soil/groundwater sampling and oversight), Emergency Response, Remediation, and Environmental Support Services. Handex Consulting & Remediation, LLC is a full-service environmental company with over 50 years of experience in consulting, remediation, construction, emergency response, and sludge dewatering across the United States.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Geology, Environmental Science, Hydrogeology or Engineering or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
0-2 years of environmental experience working on groundwater and soil sampling, pumps and well installations, drilling, field assessments, emergency response, systems operations, and overall maintenance.
Must be comfortable working outdoors in various weather conditions and performing environmental activities (soil/water/vapor).
Knowledge of Florida state, county, local regulations, rules, SOP’s, guidelines, DEP, DOT etc.
Proficient technical skills in Microsoft Office Suite applications (Excel, Word, etc.).
Highly organized, detail oriented, self-motivated, and a team player with a can do attitude.
Excellent customer service, interpersonal and communication (verbal and written) skills, dealing with both Handex colleagues as well as customers and regulators is a must.

Nice To Haves

Applicable internships a plus.
OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER certification and a TWIC Card a plus.

Responsibilities

Perform sampling and/or monitoring at client sites and ports, including groundwater and soil sampling, well installations, air sampling, soil borings, potable well surveys, aquifer testing, and pilot testing.
Work on client sites in the Fort Lauderdale Region and potentially other FL regions.
Interface daily with internal and external staff and clients.
Assist with the preparation of Health & Safety Plans, data tables, and report figures.
Daily usage of pumps, mechanical equipment, and tools.
Support 24-hour Emergency Response activities for contracted FDOT State-owned roads as needed.
Maintain knowledge of and ensure compliance with FDOT/FDEP regulations, SOP’s, guidelines, and safety protocols.
Assist with necessary permitting for FDOT MOT and NPDES Discharging.
Professionally represent Handex at all times and maintain open communication with clients and internal staff.