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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We are seeking part-time scientists, biologists, geologist, engineers, and technicians with 2 years' experience to provide support on a variety of environmental projects and programs that are managed out of our Chicago, IL Operations. 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 II and Phase II assessments), lead based paint and asbestos assessments.
Work will include multimedia sampling (including air), oversight of operations, preparation of reports and tables, review of data, field audits and inspections, organizing and reviewing data, file reviews, collection of air monitoring data, training and exercise support, contractor oversight, and related services.
Work for other government and private sector clients in these areas is also possible.
Work will include being mobilized to areas in the U.S., likely California, 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 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.
Qualifications :
B.A / B.S. in science, engineering, geology or biology preferred but not required. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 2 years of experience is required in environmental sampling / consulting or related field. You will also have / be :
- Multimedia sampling and field work experience preferred.
- Experience with remedial design, feasibility studies, hazardous waste, site investigations, site remediation, field sampling, air quality, ecological restoration, water resources desirable.
- GIS data analysis and geostatistics, coding (VBA, Python, etc.), and data management skills a plus.
- Must be highly motivated, customer focused, and work well in a team environment.
Degree / Certification :
Physical Demands :
You must be able to :
Work Environment :
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 days and will average 50 – 60 hours per week.
Must be able to mobilize for a minimum of 3 weeks / 30 days.
The Salary Range for this position is $25.00 / hour to $32.00 / hour, depending on education, experience, skills, and location.
Tetra Tech offers a basic core medical plan and our 401k retirement plan for this position.
Health and safety play a vital role in our success. Tetra Tech's employees work together to comply with all applicable health & safety practices and protocols, including any public health orders and regulations that are mandated by local, state, provincial, federal, and international authorities as well as client and project requirements.
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
