What are the responsibilities and job description for the Environmental Engineer, Geologist or Scientist position at LaBella Associates?
We are currently hiring an Environmental Engineer, Geologist or Scientist with 1-5 years of environmental consulting experience in our growing Chattanooga office. The successful candidate will work with an energetic and entrepreneurial team of brownfield investigation and remediation professionals.
This position requires a combination of field and office work. Field work may vary from 30 to 100% project dependent. Expect an average of 25-75% of field time. Although the majority of field work will be focused in Eastern Tennessee, occasional travel may be required. This is a project-manager track position.
This role will support Phase I and II Environmental Site Assessments, environmental investigation and remediation projects at sites with contamination by materials such as solvents, petroleum fuels, metals, and PCBs. You have the opportunity to join a dynamic team working on large, technically engaging, and impactful projects.
A successful candidate will be able to perform various tasks including field work, soil and groundwater sampling, drilling supervision, reporting writing, and supporting project managers on various projects, which may also include supporting natural resources, industrial hygiene, and compliance-related services. Candidates experienced with the Tennessee Brownfields Redevelopment Program will be given preference.
Responsibilities:
- Lead, coordinate and/or support field investigation and sampling events including soil, groundwater, soil vapor, etc.
- Collect environmental samples and field screening data
- Maintain field forms and other documentation
- Field and laboratory data review and interpretation
- Technical report writing and review
- Data tabulation and management
- Environmental monitoring and construction observation
- Collaborate/coordinate with general contractors, earthwork contractors, drilling subcontractors, utility locators, etc.
- Occasional out of town travel
- Occasional weekend and overtime work
- 1-5 Years Experience performing Phase II ESAs and brownfield investigation and remediation projects.
- BS in Geology, Environmental Science, Engineering or closely related field
- MS Office Suite proficiency
- Strong communication skills, critical thinking, creativity
- Field sampling experience
- Ability to lift up to 50-pounds regularly.
- Possess and maintain and valid driver’s license.
- 40 Hour OSHA HAZWOPER certification and up to date annual refresher
Body, mind, and wallet—LaBella’s benefits support a holistic approach to your health and wellness, creating the foundation for physical, mental, and financial well-being. Our benefit offerings cover the must-haves (healthcare and retirement), the just-in-cases (insurances and employee assistance programs), and the cherry-on-tops (fitness reimbursements, year-end incentive pay, and tuition assistance). Visit our website for more details on benefits listed below.
o Flexible Work Schedule
o Health/Dental Insurance
o 401k Plan with Employer Match
o Short & Long Term Disability
o Profit Sharing
o Paid Time Off
o Leadership Development Program
o Fitness Reimbursement
o Tuition Reimbursement
o Referral Bonus Program
o Wellness Program
o Team Building Events
o Community Service Events
