Staff Geologist / Staff Environmental Scientist

Broadbent & Associates • Portland, OR

8h

About The Position

STAFF GEOLOGIST / STAFF ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST Broadbent & Associates, Inc. (Broadbent) of Portland, Oregon, is looking to hire an organized full-time Staff Geologist / Staff Environmental Scientist to work with a wide variety of environmental projects. Our office is in the Brooklyn neighborhood in the City of Portland. This staff geologist/scientist position earns a competitive salary , depending on experience. We also offer a comprehensive benefits package , including a bonus program, 100% medical insurance premium coverage, dental, vision, a health savings account (HSA), a generous 401(k) retirement plan with safe harbor contribution and company match, vacation, sick leave, ability to earn additional paid time off, disability and life insurance, solid opportunities for advancement, and a friendly and fun work environment in all of our offices . If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, in the essential environmental remediation and water resource arena, consider applying to Broadbent today! ABOUT BROADBENT & ASSOCIATES, INC. Founded in 1987, Broadbent is a full-service environmental remediation, water resource, and civil engineering firm. We provide professional services throughout the United States to the oil and gas industry, mining operations, agricultural companies, municipalities, private industries, governmental agencies, public and private utilities, and developers. Our mission is to build long-term client relationships by providing sound scientific solutions to comprehensive resource management challenges. We're very client-focused with a commitment to providing services in a time-efficient and cost-effective manner. Broadbent takes care of our customers AND employees like family. Our ability to hire and retain long-term skilled key personnel has significantly contributed to our success. That's why we offer competitive pay , opportunities for personal growth , and a great work environment with a sense of camaraderie . A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A STAFF GEOLOGIST/SCIENTIST As a Staff Geologist/Scientist, you are the backbone of Broadbent. Your hard work ensures that we deliver for our clients. Under the supervision of a Senior Geologist, you provide support on a range of environmental projects including: Emergency Response, Phase 1 Environmental Site Assessments, soil and groundwater characterization, air sampling, remediation system operation and maintenance, lithologic logging and well construction monitoring, water and wastewater treatment facility monitoring, and water resources activities. You conduct field work to drive project execution and ensure that appropriate health and safety procedures are being followed. Your people skills are essential as you interact regularly with local clientele and contractors. Though you do spend a lot of time at the job sites and interacting with people, you also make sure to keep up on all your administrative responsibilities. You provide accurate data to our Senior and Associate Scientists and prepare daily reports. Ensuring that clients are happy as well as that all jobs are delivered on-time, within the scope, and on-budget gives you a great sense of accomplishment!

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Geology, Hydrogeology or Environmental Science
• Zero to two years of environmental-related work experience
• Ability to work outdoors, traverse moderate terrain and lift up to 50 pounds
• Technical writing competency
• Strong technical and computer skills
• Self-starter, quick learner and effective communication skills
• Ability to travel
• Ability to work individually and as part of a team
• Detail-oriented
• Strong problem-solving and research skills
• Organized and able to effectively prioritize multiple tasks
• Excellent communication skills
• Energetic, self-sufficient, and motivated
• Collaborative and team-oriented

Nice To Haves

• GIS experience a plus

Responsibilities

• Provide support on a range of environmental projects including: Emergency Response, Phase 1 Environmental Site Assessments, soil and groundwater characterization, air sampling, remediation system operation and maintenance, lithologic logging and well construction monitoring, water and wastewater treatment facility monitoring, and water resources activities.
• Conduct field work to drive project execution and ensure that appropriate health and safety procedures are being followed.
• Interact regularly with local clientele and contractors.
• Provide accurate data to our Senior and Associate Scientists and prepare daily reports.

Benefits

• bonus program
• 100% medical insurance premium coverage
• dental
• vision
• a health savings account (HSA)
• a generous 401(k) retirement plan with safe harbor contribution and company match
• vacation
• sick leave
• ability to earn additional paid time off
• disability and life insurance
• solid opportunities for advancement
• a friendly and fun work environment in all of our offices

What This Job Offers

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