Staff Geologist or Environmental Scientist
About The Position
SCS Engineers is looking for a Staff Geologist or Environmental Scientist to support our environmental services and solid waste projects from our Yukon, Oklahoma office. Our typical environmental service projects include environmental due diligence and related contaminant studies and remediation, industrial hygiene studies including asbestos and lead, and environmental compliance reviews. Solid waste projects include landfill permitting, design, construction, monitoring, and closure for private and municipal clients. If you are seeking a role in a growth-oriented environmental engineering firm, SCS Engineers needs you. If you thrive in a friendly, collaborative setting, enjoy flexible work hours, and like dynamic work that challenges you to learn and grow each day, SCS is a great fit. How you can make an impact You will assist senior project team members in meeting client goals by efficiently completing sampling, data analysis, reporting, and other project tasks as assigned. Specific duties and responsibilities include:
Requirements
- Bachelor of Arts/Science degree in geology, geoscience, or environmental science required.
- 2 years of relevant experience required.
- Completion of (or willingness to complete) a 40-hour Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response (HAZWOPER) training and annual refresher training required.
- Ability to perform fieldwork including lifting up to 50 pounds and standing for long periods of time required. Up to 30% of time will be spent in the field. Some travel with limited overnight stays can be expected. Some extended project fieldwork may be required.
Nice To Haves
- Current licensing/credentials for asbestos and lead paint surveys strongly preferred.
- Desire to develop professionally including pursuit of applicable licenses and credentials, such as Oklahoma Corporation Commission (OCC) Environmental Consultant, Certified Hazardous Materials Manager (CHMM), Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH), etc.
- Experience with GIS and/or database management preferred.
- Experience with federal and state regulatory interpretation and compliance preferred.
Responsibilities
- Perform Phase I Environmental Site Assessments for various private and public sector clients according to current ASTM and industry standards
- Perform industrial hygiene related surveys (asbestos, lead, mold, etc.) and write reports suitable for submission to applicable regulatory agencies
- Prepare environmental monitoring reports, including tabulated data, charts, graphs, sketches, and/or figures.
- Assist in performing and preparing environmental compliance reports such as Spill Prevention, Control and Countermeasures (SPCC) and Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plans (SWPPP).
- Assist in managing contaminated site cleanups including remedial/contaminant management plans, field oversight, waste management and regulatory reporting
- Participate in sample collection activities at various environmental and solid waste sites. Coordinate sampling activities with laboratories to provide timely analysis of samples. Troubleshoot issues when necessary.
- Review laboratory and/or field data and prepare data summaries (tables, graphs, groundwater flow maps) as needed.
- Oversee drilling activities involving monitoring well installation, borehole logging, well development, and sampling.
- Perform and document construction quality assurance to ensure compliance with construction documents.
- Compile or review routine and non-routine regulatory submittals or technical documents to ensure completeness and conformance to applicable regulatory and/or client requirements.
- Assist in the planning and execution of fieldwork; coordinate work with other staff as needed.
- Complete quality control reviews on all work products (reports, data, etc.) prior to submission.
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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Industry
Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
Number of Employees
501-1,000 employees
