Environmental Scientist

Apex Companies•San Diego, CA

7d•$80,000 - $90,000•Onsite

About The Position

Apex Companies is a fast-growing engineering and environmental consulting firm seeking a motivated Environmental Scientist for its Southern California locations (Los Angeles, Orange, or San Diego County). The firm is recognized for its record sales, client retention, strategic acquisitions, and entrepreneurial spirit, and it invests in employee development and professional growth. Apex offers exceptional client service and project excellence, and is looking for individuals to grow with them.

Requirements

BS degree in science or related field
Current 40-Hour HazWoper Certification
Detail-oriented, focused professional with strong organization, analytical, and technical writing skills demonstrating focus, clarity, and accuracy.
3+ years relevant experience including soil, soil vapor, and groundwater sampling.
Experience drafting detailed data tables and work-performed reports.
Excellent safety awareness and a good record and understanding of safe work practices.
Team-oriented but able to work independently.
Interest and commitment to cross-training and professional development.
A valid driver's license, safe driving history, and reliable transportation are required.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite.

Nice To Haves

Qualified SWPPP Practitioner (QSP)
Certified Site Sampling Technician (CSST)
Geologist or Engineer in Training (GIT/EIT)

Responsibilities

Provide field and office support for environmental consulting assignments including Phase I/II ESAs, ACM/Mold Surveys and abatement oversight, Construction and Industrial Stormwater Compliance Inspections, Soil/Soil Vapor/Groundwater/Stormwater Sampling, AST Compliance Inspections, and related client-focused services.
Support consulting projects for national, regional, and local clients in collaboration with and at the direction of senior engineers, geologists, industrial hygienists, environmental scientists, and related professionals.
Perform field duties such as soil, soil vapor, and groundwater sampling, prepare detailed soil/well boring logs, inspect and maintain in-situ remediation equipment, inspect hazardous waste storage tanks, and oversee subcontractor activity.
Prepare office documents including data tables, figures, draft work plans, sampling and analysis plans, quality assurance/quality control plans, site-specific health and safety plans, permits, and work-performed reports.
Maintain project files and client-specific databases.
Manage site safety by developing job hazard analyses, performing site safety inspections, and contributing to best practices.
Proactively maintain and obtain OSHA 40-Hour HazWoper, Qualified SWPPP Practitioner (QSP), Certified Site Sampling Technician (CSST), and as applicable, Geologist or Engineer in Training (GIT/EIT) certifications to develop professional experience, education, and accreditations.