Environmental Scientist

Bristol Bay Construction Holdings LLC•Jacksonville, FL

2d•$40,000 - $60,000•Onsite

About The Position

Aerostar Environmental and Construction LLC is seeking an Environmental Scientist interested in identifying, investigating, evaluating, and assessing elements, chemicals, and materials that may be detrimental to the environment, the public, or workers. The position offers opportunities for cross-training across business lines and career growth in environmental science, industrial hygiene, and safety and health. Projects are located throughout the United States and occasionally outside the country, so travel is an imperative part of the job. The position reports to the company’s Jacksonville office and involves travel to sites nationwide and potentially outside the continental United States. The role includes conducting assessments and collecting samples in varied settings, overseeing workers and work practices, interpreting and implementing applicable regulations, and documenting and reporting observations and findings. Work takes place in an office, occupied and unoccupied buildings, and outdoor sites, including crawl spaces, attic spaces, heights, and confined spaces. The role may involve exposure to severe weather, wildlife, airborne particles, chemicals, and loud noise. The salary range is $40,000–$60,000 annually. Aerostar offers medical, dental, and vision insurance, health savings and reimbursement accounts, a flexible spending account, employer-paid life and disability insurance, 401(k) matching, paid time off, and other benefits.

Requirements

Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in Geology, Engineering, Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Science, Occupational Safety and Health, or related studies.
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 required clearance levels and be able to obtain access to military installations.
Be able to maneuver around work sites and see, hear, and verbally communicate with coworkers and clients.
Be able to bend, stoop, sit, crawl, walk, or stand for prolonged periods; work outdoors for extended periods in varied and inclement weather; walk over rough and uneven surfaces; and routinely lift 35 pounds or more.
Properly use personal protective equipment when required, including hard hats, safety-toed boots, eye protection, respiratory protection, hearing protection, and fall protection.
Maintain a constant state of mental alertness.

Nice To Haves

Experience in environmental field investigations, building assessments, industrial hygiene assessments, and/or other geoscience-related fields.
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 assessments in occupied and unoccupied buildings, including occupied spaces, confined spaces, roofs, and crawl spaces.
Collect samples of multiple media, including air, bulk, in-situ, and personal samples.
Conduct oversight activities 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.