Emergency Response Inspection Scientist

Wildfire Inspection Scientist (Los Angeles Wildfires)
Location: Los Angeles, CA
Expenses: Per Diem for M&IE. Airfare, Lodging and rental car will be provided.
Pay: $30/hr.

Join the Mission: Help Rebuild Communities Impacted by the Los Angeles Wildfires
The recent wildfires in Los Angeles have left a lasting impact on the environment and communities across the region. These catastrophic events have destroyed homes, disrupted lives, and caused extensive environmental damage. As a Wildfire Inspection Scientist, you will be on the front lines of recovery, working to assess the environmental effects, ensure safety, and help guide restoration efforts.

This is more than just a job-it's a chance to make a meaningful difference by applying your scientific expertise to support wildfire-impacted areas. Your work will contribute to protecting natural ecosystems, restoring infrastructure, and helping affected communities recover and thrive.

• Perform field assignments including field documentation and sampling tasks associated with assigned projects. Under supervision, make appropriate judgments regarding field investigation procedures including selection of sampling sites, use of sampling equipment, and knowledge of sampling techniques. Use appropriate techniques, producing quality samples from which sound scientific data can be drawn.
• Conduct laboratory investigation and analysis appropriate for the proper identification and evaluation of samples, if applicable. Process samples collected in the field in order to ensure proper identification.
• Perform scientific data research to compile relevant information to be used in conjunction with project data collected. Assess data as it relates to the project data collected. Evaluate and correlate the compiled information.
• Compile all information prescribed by the scope of work and present it in a logical, accurate, thorough, and understandable manner. Prepare meaningful, precise, and understandable written scientific reports of field and laboratory results appropriate to the defined areas of investigation. Draft scientific reports on client assignments including written reports, tables, figures, and illustrations. Use biometrics and statistical analysis in applying data analysis techniques. Analyze and present data and prepare quality control/ assurance project plans.
• Collaborate with technicians and other team personnel to complete projects efficiently and accurately. Make recommendations for improvements in sampling techniques, system design, and laboratory practices.
• Assist the project management team in updating/tracking schedule progress and estimating and tracking project costs.
• Interact with clients in a professional manner, responding to client questions and requests and escalating to more senior team members when appropriate.

• Bachelor's Degree in Sciences or related field and 2-4 years of related experience.
• Ability to analyze, interpret and present data.
• Ability to meet time-sensitive deadlines.
• Ability to carry out multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office software.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Effective organizational skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Complies with Weston Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) policies and site-specific safety plans. Responsible for personal EHS compliance, and actively engages co-workers in EHS compliance. May serve in an EHS leadership role directing, mentoring, and training staff in EHS activities.
• Membership in a professional organization suited to a specific practice is highly encouraged.
• Ability to function in outdoor locations such as active construction and / or remediation sites.
• Ability to walk long distances on varied terrain, climb ladders, and work at elevation.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 40 pounds.
• Ability to stand for extended periods of time.
• Ability to receive and deliver detailed information through written and oral communications.
• Ability to function at a high level in a fast-paced work environment.
• Employees in HTRW and Chemical fields will have the ability to meet requirements for functioning while wearing PPE.