Entry-Level Environmental Specialist - Wayne State University

Antea Usa, Inc.; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision plans

Life insurance

Disability benefits

Paid time off

401(k)

Job summary

Antea USA, Inc. (Antea Group) is seeking motivated, detail-oriented graduates for entry-level Environmental Specialist roles with Spring 2027 opportunities across the United States.

Candidates should have a BS in a relevant field and strong organizational and communication skills. The role involves site remediation support, safety oversight of subcontractors, permitting, and Phase I/II assessments, with significant travel expected.

Qualifications

• Education in geology, hydrogeology, engineering, environmental science, biology, chemistry, health & safety or related major.
• Proficiency in MS Word and MS Excel.
• 0–3 years of environmental experience; 40-hour HAZWOPER is required or training provided after hire.

Responsibilities

• Support project teams on site remediation activities and safety oversight.
• Assist with permitting and Phase I/II Environmental Site Assessments.
• Prepare reports and manage data across multiple projects.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Detail oriented

Project management

Independent work

Education

BS in Geology / Hydrogeology / Engineering / Environmental Science / Biology / Chemistry / Health & Safety

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Antea USA, Inc. (Antea Group) is seeking motivated, detail-oriented graduates for entry-level Environmental Specialist roles for current and Spring 2027 opportunities in various office locations throughout the United States.

Qualified individuals must have strong organizational and communication skills (both verbal and written), and a desire to work in a fast-paced environment with a strong technical support team.

This safety-sensitive position reports to a project manager and will support project teams on a variety of assignments including site remediation activities, technical and safety oversight of subcontractors, permitting, Phase I and Phase II Environmental Site Assessments, and health and safety audit support.

Typical job assignments may include but are not limited to:

• Preparing work and health and safety plans
• Conducting soil and groundwater investigations and sampling
• Remediation system operation and maintenance
• Data entry, management, and analysis
• Preparation of reports in a variety of formats

This is a full-time position with 70% - 80% of travel anticipated. This may require working alone in remote locations and/or out-of-state work supporting other company offices.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Education and Training: BS in Geology, Hydrogeology, Engineering, Environmental Science, Biology, Chemistry, Health & Safety or related major;
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel;
• Minimum 0 - 3 years of applicable environmental experience;
• This position requires a 40-hour HAZWOPER OSHA certification. While current certification is desirable, it is not required to apply. HAZWOPER training will be provided upon employment if the successful candidate(s) is/are not already certified.

Experience & Fundamental Skill Set

• Strong mechanical, organizational, and communication skills;
• Strong time, project task management, and decision-making skills;
• Able to work independently, troubleshoot mechanical issues, and produce results with attention to details;
• Ability to multi-task with multiple project managers;
• Interest and motivation to diversify skill set;
• Familiarity with state and federal environmental regulatory framework;
• Authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship, now or in the future;
• Potential employees must be able to satisfactorily complete a background check, pre-employment drug screening (as permitted by law), and baseline physical (safety-sensitive roles). They must also have a valid driver's license and good driving record.

Antea Group focuses strongly on safety in all aspects of our operations, in the field, the office, and while traveling. The successful candidate must likewise consider safety as paramount and demonstrate an awareness of safe operations and be willing to accommodate long or non-standard work hours on a project-by-project basis.

Physical Requirements / Work Environment

Maintain physical condition appropriate to the performance of assigned duties and responsibilities, which may include the following:
Sedentary to light work (typical office or administrative work) Frequently required to stand, sit and walk for extended periods of time Occasional lifting and carrying of low (under 25lbs) to moderate (25-49lbs) weight objects Repetitive motions: substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers (including reaching) Subject to inside environmental conditions (protection from weather conditions but not necessarily from temperature change) Operation of a motor vehicle Additionally, if you are assigned work in the field at client project sites you will need to complete a medical surveillance/fitness-for-duty examination and maintain physical condition appropriate to the performance of assigned duties and responsibilities which may include the following:Medium to heavy work Subject to outside environmental conditions: heat/cold, wind, wet and/or humid, etc. Occasional stooping (bending body downward and forward), kneeling (bending legs at the knee), crouching (bending body downward and forward), and climbing Frequent lifting (including push/pull, hold/carry) of light, moderate, and possibly heavy-weight objects Subject to hazards, including a variety of physical conditions, including but not limited to: proximity to moving vehicles, parts, or equipment; exposure to chemicals; pressure (including noise); electrical hazards; biological hazards; excavation/trenching; confined spaces; elevated work; materials handling May be required to wear an air-purifying respirator

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

The hourly salary range for this position is $25.75 - $29.00. Compensation will vary depending on the applicant's job-related knowledge and skills, education, and work experience.

• Health, dental, and vision plans
• Life insurance
• Disability benefits
• Paid time off
• 401(k)
• Leading-edge wellness program

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Antea Group is an EEO employer.

NO RECRUITERS PLEASE NO VISA SPONSORSHIP AT THIS TIME