Environmental Scientist Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Associate’s degree in Environmental Science or a closely related area, with an additional five years of experience in mining or mineral processing operations permitted as a substitute for the degree, and seven years of experience in environmental monitoring, sampling, and reporting as an Environmental Technician, Specialist, or in a closely related role; OR a qualifying bachelor’s or master’s degree and the applicable environmental experience described in the posting.
• For the engineering degree path: bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Environmental, Civil, Chemical, Agricultural, Mining, Metallurgical, Geological, or similar) and at least three years of environmental or related experience; OR a master’s degree in Engineering in a related field and at least one year of environmental or related experience.
• For the environmental or related degree path: bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Technology, Earth Science, a related natural science, Mathematics/Computer Science, Accounting and Finance, Business Management, or another bachelor’s degree, and at least three years of environmental or related experience; OR a master’s degree in a related field and at least one year of environmental or related experience.
• Ability to understand and apply verbal and written work and safety-related instructions and procedures in English.
• Ability to communicate in English regarding job assignments, procedures, and applicable safety standards.
• Candidates may be required to pass a medical exam and must pass all required training and/or testing.
• Must comply with mandatory pre-employment drug testing and ongoing drug and alcohol testing as allowed by applicable laws.
• Must use required personal protective equipment when performing work in mine, outdoor, manufacturing, or plant environments.

Nice To Haves

• Additional certification or licensure appropriate to the job may be required or preferred, such as HAZWOPER, Method 9, DOT, EMS Auditor, Asbestos, Water Treatment Operator, or CHMM.
• Knowledge of water quality, including APP, SWPPP, and SPCC.
• Project management experience.
• Grade 2 Domestic Water Operator certification in both Distribution and Treatment.
• Experience working with Operations and Maintenance personnel in an industrial setting.
• Proficiency in Enablon, EQuIS, and Microsoft Office tools.

Responsibilities

• Install, operate, and maintain environmental and emissions monitoring instruments and testing equipment; analyze data for regulatory compliance.
• Evaluate and assess environmental risk and develop programs to reduce risk.
• Collaborate in recommending appropriate compliance actions to management.
• Review, prepare, and maintain detailed records and files of environmental data and communications.
• Evaluate and administer vendor contracts for services and equipment.
• Maintain working knowledge of applicable national, regional, and local environmental, occupational health, and other regulations, along with site environmental policies and procedures.
• May provide leadership to less experienced engineers and technicians.
• May serve as project manager or technical expert on small to medium-sized environmental projects, such as compliance, remediation, or reclamation.
• Lead or participate in regular operational-area audits and inspections to ensure compliance with site policies, procedures, and Environmental Management System requirements.
• Coordinate the timely recycling and disposition of materials and company assets in compliance with applicable requirements.
• Track and report recycling and disposition of materials and company assets as directed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Affordable medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Company-paid life and disability insurance.
• 401(k) plan with employer contribution/match.
• Paid time off, paid sick time, and holiday pay.
• Parental leave.
• Tuition assistance.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Discounted pet, auto, home, and vehicle insurance plans.
• Internal progression opportunities.
• Eligibility for discretionary and incentive payments based on company and individual performance.
• Paid time off and paid sick time.