What are the responsibilities and job description for the Staff Geologist position at KEMRON Environmental Services?
KEMRON Environmental Services, Inc. is an Employee-Owned company
POSITION SUMMARY: KEMRON is seeking an individual to support project teams engaged in environmental investigation and remediation projects. The position supports project work throughout the US. The ideal candidate will have 0-3 years of progressively responsible work history, including direct work experience in implementing and reporting of geological and hydrogeological investigations completed in accordance with CERCLA and/or RCRA. This is an exempt full-time position.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES/FUNCTIONS OF POSITION: Candidates for this position must be capable of fulfilling the following in a fast-paced, consulting services work environment:
- Travel and field work are required. The ability to work in the field under various conditions is required, including lifting equipment, walking over difficult terrain, and working outdoors in inclement weather.
- Assist with defining technical and regulatory requirements and approaches to meet state and federal regulatory requirements and meet project objectives, including permitting, planning and implementation of corrective actions.
- Support multi-disciplinary project teams in the delivery of compliant and complete quality field data collection efforts.
- Provide strong technical writing skills sufficient to prepare and complete planning documents and reports.
- Provide data interpretation and apply data results to support regulatory and technical solutions.
- Communicate directly with project managers regarding project issues, status and overall project performance.
- Coordinate and provide oversight of subcontractors on project sites.
- Comply with all applicable health, safety and quality requirements.
- GIT or progression to GIT then PG is preferred.
NECESSARY EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & SKILLS:
- Bachelor’s degree in geology, hydrogeology or other relevant geological science discipline is required.
- Minimum 1 year related work experience, to include fieldwork.
- Computer proficiency (including Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).
- Technical writing skills.
- Demonstrated verbal communication and technical presentation skills.
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team with the ability/desire to lead tasks.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Willingness to work more than 8 hours per day when necessary for project success.
- Drilling, well installation, soil, and groundwater sampling.
- Experience in field data collection activities.
- OTHER REQUIREMENTS: Must pass drug test, possible background check, and have a satisfactory driving record in accordance with the Company's driving (MVR) policy.
- Must have a valid, current Driver’s License.
- OSHA 40-hour certification and current 8-hour refresher is preferred.
WORK CONTEXT/PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS:
- Required field activities may involve working in inclement weather conditions for an extended period.
- Field activities may require working in Level B Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
- Ability to stoop, kneel, climb, traverse uneven land surfaces, and occasionally lift up to 50 pounds.
- Working in a standing position for most of the field workday (with breaks)
- Ability to drive large pick-up trucks.
- Ability to use hands and fingers to operate field equipment.
- Close, distance, and peripheral vision; normal auditory function.
- Must complete and pass a medical monitoring physical exam demonstrating ability to meet job requirements, including the ability to wear a respirator, as required.
- Completion of annual employment physical, as required.
- Ability to read, interpret and apply information on State and Federal technical guidance, and regulations, and compliance determinations.
- Must be able to read, understand and follow KEMRON SOPs, procedures and policies.
- Must be able to work at a computer for extended periods of time on occasion.
KEMRON Environmental Services, Inc. (KEMRON) is an ESOP company offering a full benefits package which includes medical/dental/life/disability/AD&D insurance, a 401(k) Plan and the opportunity to be an employee-owner.
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities which are required of the employee for this job. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
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