Environmental Scientist

SCS Engineers • Long Beach, CA

7d • $71,000 - $81,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

SCS Engineers is seeking an energetic, forward-thinking environmental services professional to join our Southwest environmental services team. The ideal candidate will be self-motivated, organized, embraces teamwork, is eager to learn, and has the desire to grow and develop professionally. Must be detail-oriented and a team player with great communication, strong technical writing, analytical, organizational, and time management skills. This role is on-site in our Long Beach, CA office when not in the field.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Geology, Environmental Science, Engineering or related field required
• Minimum of 2 years of related environmental experience required
• Must be well versed in water quality, environmental regulations and environmental assessment/remediation.
• Microsoft Office and computer programs (AutoCAD, Surfer, and/or ArcGIS preferred), field equipment experience preferred
• HAZWOPER training completed and up to date
• Good communication and writing skills required
• Valid driver's license with driving record in good standing required

Nice To Haves

• Asbestos coursework up to date and Certified Site Surveillance Technician (CSST) certification preferred.
• Progress towards professional certification (PE/PG) preferred

Responsibilities

• A mixture of office and field work expected
• Experience conducting Phase I Environmental Site Assessments and Phase II Investigations in accordance with ASTM Standards
• Multi-media sampling (soil, soil vapor, groundwater, indoor air, methane, surface water, sediment, etc.)
• Experience and certification to collected samples and abatement oversight of asbestos containing materials and/or lead-based paint
• Supervise contractors during field activities for regulatory and safety compliance
• Lithological logging and boring log preparation
• Report writing and preparation of supporting documentation
• Long field days and work at job sites throughout Southern California can be expected with this position
• Proposal preparation
• Potential to manage small to mid-scale projects and provide support on larger projects
• Communicating project status, schedules and compliance issues with clients, third parties, and regulatory agents

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: Mid Level