Environmental Specialist

WEAVER CONSULTANTS GROUP • Denver, CO

7d • $55,000 - $65,000

About The Position

WCG is seeking a self-motivated, career-oriented environmental specialist with the ability to apply technical knowledge and critical thinking skills to meet project demands and deliver high-quality solutions for our clients. This position involves conducting groundwater sampling, landfill gas probe monitoring, and other environmental media sampling and/or monitoring activities, along with technical reporting and additional field or office tasks as needed. This role is primarily field-based for several months of the year and requires the ability to work both independently and collaboratively. The balance of field and office work fluctuates seasonally, with spring and fall typically consisting of increased field activity. Some overnight and extended travel within Colorado, as well as Montana and Idaho, may be required. Responsibilities may also include preparing detailed technical reports summarizing field activities and analytical results.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, environmental engineering, geology or other related field highly preferred; will also consider equivalent experience
• Able to lift up to 70 pounds
• Demonstrated field competency and professional conduct in environmental field setting preferred.
• 0-3 years in environmental or other related field
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record
• Strong Microsoft Office skills
• Attention to detail and organization
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work in adverse weather conditions, as needed
• Ability to work extended hours for consecutive days, when required
• Willingness and ability to travel overnight
• Commitment to adhering to corporate and industry safety standards
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Ability to operate, maintain, and troubleshoot field monitoring equipment
• Demonstrated initiative and motivation to complete projects and deliverables on schedule
• Possess technical and problem-solving skills, and commitment to consistently perform high quality work
• Strong technical and analytical problem-solving skills with a commitment to high-quality work
• Strong technical writing and documentation skills
• Reports to Project Geologist
• Fosters a safe, inclusive, and professional work environment

Responsibilities

• Conducting groundwater sampling
• Landfill gas probe monitoring
• Other environmental media sampling and/or monitoring activities
• Technical reporting
• Preparing detailed technical reports summarizing field activities and analytical results

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level