What are the responsibilities and job description for the Environmental Scientist position at Tetra Tech?
Discover your full potential. At Tetra Tech, we are collaborating with industry-leading experts for a sustainable future for our world. We combine consulting and engineering with advanced analytics and technology to solve the world's most complex challenges. Our innovation hubs across the globe will enable you to share ideas and best practices while growing your professional network. Wherever you are in your career journey, you will benefit from working with world-class engineers, scientists, and technical specialists.
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Role and Responsibilities :
Tetra Tech is seeking part-time scientists, biologists, geologist, engineers, and technicians with 2 years of experience to provide support on a variety of environmental projects and programs that are managed out of the Cincinnati Area Operation. Extensive travel is required and varies based on project requirements. Projects include :
- Post-disaster remediation;
- Emergency response;
- Superfund removal actions;
- Remedial action sites;
- Orphaned well plugging and assessment;
- Due diligence (Phase 1 and Phase II) assessments, and;
- Lead based paint and asbestos assessments.
The tasks involved within these projects includes :
Working with other government and private sector clients in these areas is also possible. Work will include being mobilized to areas in the U.S. where the project support is needed, with mobilizations lasting a minimum of 30 days. The position is 100% in the field. Extensive travel is required and varies based on project requirements. All work is done in teams of two (2), reporting through incident command system. Tetra Tech will provide travel, per diem, and housing accommodations when on travel, unless staff are local to the site. Full relocation will not be necessary.
This position requires driving on a regular basis. Passing a motor vehicle record background check and maintaining a valid driver's license and good driving record is required.
Qualifications :
A B.A / B.S. in science, engineering, geologym, or biology is preferred, but not required. In lieu of a degree, a minimum of 2 years of experience is required in environmental sampling / consulting or related field.
Candidates should have experience in the following :
Physical Demands and Work Environment
Candidate must be able to lift and carry roughly 35 pounds of field sampling and other equipment and meet the physical demands of hazardous waste sit work.
This position is 100% in the field. Extensive travel is required and varies based on project requirements.
Work will consist of working 6-7 days a week, including weekends, 10 – 12 hour work days, and will average 50 – 60 hours per week. Candidate must be able to mobilize for a minimum of 3 weeks / 30 days. Candidates are expected to work in all weather conditions and seasons, both hot and cold, and walk on uneven terrain when necessary. The Salary Range for this position is $25.00 / hour to $32.00 / hour, depending on education, experience, skills, and location.
About Tetra Tech :
Tetra Tech is the leader in water, environment, and sustainable infrastructure, providing high-end consulting and engineering services for projects worldwide. With 30,000 employees working together, Tetra Tech provides clear solutions to complex problems by Leading with Science® to address the entire water cycle, protect and restore the environment, design sustainable and resilient infrastructure, and support the clean energy transition.
Tetra Tech is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law. Tetra Tech is a VEVRAA federal contractor and we request priority referral of veterans.
We invite applications from all interested parties.
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Additional Information
Salary : $25 - $32
