Environmental Scientist

Socket.dev; Midland (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) plan

Paid holidays and leave

Job summary

APTIM seeks a Geologist or Environmental Scientist for Texas (Lubbock or Midland) to lead site investigations, sampling, and remediation activities. The role involves field work, report writing, and coordination with clients and regulators.

2–5 years of experience and a valid driver’s license are required; travel up to 40% is expected. Qualified candidates will have a degree in Geology or related field, familiarity with ASTM standards, and knowledge of environmental regulations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Geology, Environmental Science, Biology, Hydrology, or related field.
• 2–5 years of applicable experience.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds.
• Willingness to travel 30–40%.
• HAZWOPER certification preferred.
• GIT certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support to clients in environmental site characterization, permitting, reporting, and due diligence.
• Collect and interpret soil, groundwater, and air samples.
• Participate in field work, manage schedules and budgets, and supervise contractors.
• Conduct Phase I and Phase II ESAs per ASTM standards.
• Draft technical documents for regulatory agencies and clients.
• Travel up to 40% as needed.

Skills

Communication skills

Driver's license

Physical ability

Travel flexibility

Education

Bachelor's degree in Geology or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Groundwater modeling

Job description

Job Overview:

APTIM is seeking a full time Geologist or Environmental Scientist in Lubbock or Midland, Texas with expertise in the development and implementation of environmental site investigations and remedial actions. The successful candidate will possess two to five years’ experience participating in various scopes associated with environmental site assessment and technical report preparation and demonstrate a willingness to contribute to a collaborative team environment.

Experience may include but is not limited to: installation of environmental soil borings and monitoring wells, collection and documentation of soil and groundwater samples for laboratory analysis, Phase I and Phase II Environmental Site Assessments, environmental permitting, installation of environmental remediation systems, implementation of both in-situ and ex-situ remedial actions, underground storage tank installation and removal, and underground storage tank system inspections, and include a working knowledge of Federal, State, and local environmental regulations. This position requires the ability to conduct field work, desktop analysis and reporting, occasional overnight travel, and application of knowledge and skills to a wide range of standard and nonstandard situations.

Key Responsibilities/Accountabilities:

• Provides technical support to clients in a variety of work scopes, including but not limited to: environmental site characterization, monitoring, permitting, regulatory reporting, Phase I and Phase II due diligence, and residential and commercial construction.
• Collects and interprets soil, groundwater, and air samples.
• Executes field work, maintains project schedule and budgetary goals, and supervises contractors.
• Conducts work independently or as part of a project team, and has the ability to adjust to rapidly changing site conditions or client requirements.
• Adheres to established health and safety policies and procedures, and executes work in a safe and conscientious manner.
• Conducts Phase I Environmental Site Assessments and Phase II Environmental Site Investigations in accordance with ASTM Standards and client requirements.
• Supports environmental permitting and permit compliance projects.
• Drafts technical documents for regulatory agencies and private, commercial, and industrial clients.
• Understands technical concepts, evaluates results, plans, reports, and ensures conformance to applicable technical standards as well as company policies and procedures.
• Manages own schedule and balances multiple priorities to meet project targets and deadlines.
• Utilizes best practices and knowledge of internal and external business systems to improve products or services as a collaborative member of the APTIM team.
• Travel 30-40%

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Geology, Environmental Science, Biology, Hydrology, or related scientific field required.
• Must have 2 to 5 years of applicable experience.
• Must have a valid Driver’s License.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds from ground level.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to travel as needed with occasional overnight stays.
• Ability to work outdoors in inclement weather.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Geoscientist-in-Training (GIT) certification preferred.
• Current HAZWOPER certification preferred.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office suite, scientific computer programs, and groundwater modeling preferred.

About APTIM

APTIM enhances the quality of the environment, wellbeing of people, resilience of communities, and opportunity for employees to make a difference, not just a living. A leading professional solutions firm, we specialize in environmental, sustainability, resilience, and infrastructure solutions. Our team of experts provide these integrated solutions for forward-thinking government agencies, commercial and industrial clients, and energy customers. Together, we create sustainable and resilient communities for all.

What you can expect from APTIM:

• Work that is worthy of your time and talent
• Respect and flexibility to live a full life at work and at home
• Dogged determination to deliver for our clients and communities
• A voice in making our company better
• Investment into your personal and professional development

As of the date of this posting, a good faith estimate of the current pay range for this position is $26.44 - $43.26. Compensation depends on several factors including: experience, education, key skills, geographic location of the position, client requirements, external market competitiveness, and internal equity among other employees within APTIM.

Employee Benefits

APTIM Environmental and Infrastructure is committed to providing an extensive range of benefits that protect and promote the health and financial well-being of our employees and their families through the APTIM Benefits Marketplace https://aptim.makeityoursource.com/.

• Medical, vision, and dental insurance: Through the marketplace, our employees can choose benefits from five metallic levels and several carriers to find the right benefits that work for them in their location.
• Company paid and optional Life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity coverage
• Paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave (eligibility based on company policy and applicable law)
• 401(k)APTIM offers three 401k plans through the Aon Pooled Employer Plan (PEP). The specific plan you are eligible for depends on the business unit you are in. The details of the largest plan are found here:
• APTIM 401(k) Guide
• APTIM - Helpful Documents

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