Environmental Scientist
About The Position
Tectonic is currently seeking a full-time Environmental Scientist to work on various projects based out of our Millburn, NJ Office. This is a great opportunity for professional growth and development in the A/E/C industry and to be mentored by two advanced industry professionals! Tectonic rewards their staff with an excellent salary and benefits package. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS The essential functions of this position will include traveling to various job sites and utilizing necessary field equipment to complete asbestos and lead investigations, soil and groundwater sampling, site investigations, remedial investigations, phase I and phase II environmental site assessments, receptor evaluations, and related remediation tasks. Essential functions also include the preparation of detailed, concise, and accurate field reports, technical report writing, communicating with project managers, contractors, client representatives and colleagues, performing research, communicating required information for and assisting with various analyses of data using various software, as well as all other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- BS Degree or equivalent in Geology, Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, or similar
- 2-6 years of relevant experience
- experience conducting phase I and phase II environmental site assessments required
- Must have excellent written and oral communication skills, as well as strong interpersonal skills and the ability to represent the Company in a professional manner
- Must have strong organizational skills
- Functional computer skills, including familiarity with Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel, Nitro/Adobe or similar PDF suite, as well as ability to utilize various software programs, time reporting systems, and other related computer applications
- Open availability for work outside of typical business hours for projects that require alternate working hours
- Requires a valid, acceptable driver’s license and personal vehicle to travel to project sites, as regular daily travel may be required
- In order to perform the essential functions of this position, the employee will be required to undergo a Hazwoper Physical and enroll in our medical surveillance program; the employee will be required to obtain respirator clearance and primarily utilize a Half Face Negative Pressure respirator, although the use of other respirators may be required as per the project requirements
Nice To Haves
- Experience with asbestos, lead, and hazardous material is a plus
- Any of the following professional certifications, training, or licenses are desirable
- NYS Asbestos Inspector Certification
- NYS Asbestos Project Monitor
- NYS Asbestos Air Sampling Technician
- NJ Asbestos Safety Technician
- NYC DEP Asbestos Investigator
- GIS software experience is a plus
- this position requires obtaining OSHA safety training within a reasonable period of time upon commencement of employment
Responsibilities
- traveling to various job sites
- utilizing necessary field equipment to complete asbestos and lead investigations, soil and groundwater sampling, site investigations, remedial investigations, phase I and phase II environmental site assessments, receptor evaluations, and related remediation tasks
- preparation of detailed, concise, and accurate field reports
- technical report writing
- communicating with project managers, contractors, client representatives and colleagues
- performing research
- communicating required information for and assisting with various analyses of data using various software
- all other duties as assigned
Benefits
- Opportunities for mentoring, professional development and career advancement
- Tuition reimbursement to advance education
- Paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, and personal days
- Company-observed, paid holidays
- 401(k) retirement plan with profit-sharing opportunities
- Comprehensive group medical insurance, including health, dental, vision, and life coverage
- High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) option paired with a Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Flexible spending accounts (FSAs) for medical expenses and dependent care
- Commuter benefits for public transportation costs
- Short and long-term disability coverage
- Employee Assistance Program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
