Environmental Scientist

Bristol Bay Native•Jacksonville, FL

About The Position

Aerostar Environmental and Construction LLC is seeking an Environmental Scientist to identify, investigate, evaluate, and assess elements, chemicals, and materials that may be harmful to the environment, the public, or workers. The company supports long-term career growth and cross-training across its business lines. Projects are located throughout and occasionally outside the United States, so travel is an imperative part of the role. The position reports to the Jacksonville office and includes travel to sites nationwide and potentially outside the continental United States (OCONUS). The role involves field investigations and building assessments in occupied and unoccupied locations, sample collection across multiple media, oversight of worker activities, and documentation and reporting. The successful candidate will apply relevant OSHA, EPA, state, and local regulations and standards, and communicate professionally with facility and residential occupants. Employment is contingent on required screening and background checks; contract-dependent clearance requirements may apply.

Requirements

Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in Geology, Engineering, Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Science, Occupational Safety and Health, or related studies.
0–3+ years of experience in environmental field investigations, building assessments, industrial hygiene assessments, and/or other geoscience-related fields.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Excellent computer skills.
Pass a pre-employment drug screening and have acceptable background check results.
If applicable to the contract, obtain the required clearance levels and be able to access military installations.
Ability to maneuver around work sites, see, hear, and verbally communicate with coworkers and clients.
Ability to bend, stoop, sit, crawl, walk, or stand for prolonged periods; work outdoors for extended periods in varied weather; traverse rough and uneven surfaces; and routinely lift 35 pounds or more.
Properly use personal protective equipment when required.
Maintain a constant state of mental alertness.

Nice To Haves

Accreditation, licensing, or certification related to asbestos, lead-based paint, radon, mold, health and safety, or worker protection.
Construction experience and familiarity with building construction.
40-Hour OSHA HAZWOPER certification.

Responsibilities

Conduct building assessments in occupied and unoccupied buildings, including occupied spaces, confined spaces, roofs, and crawl spaces.
Collect air, bulk, in-situ, and personal samples across multiple media.
Conduct oversight of workers and monitor and direct work practices.
Maintain certifications and clearances for sensitive sites, including DoD-controlled facilities, child education facilities, assisted living facilities, and occupied residences and workplaces.
Interact professionally with facility and residential occupants.
Calculate spatial and material square footage.
Learn, interpret, and implement OSHA, EPA, state, and local regulations and standards.
Take meticulous notes and maintain documentation.
Develop reports containing unbiased observational information, laboratory analytical results, and recommendations based on regulations and industry standards.
Travel to project sites nationwide and potentially outside the United States.