Environmental Scientist

Environmental Works Inc; Poplar Bluff (MO); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Savings Plan

401k match

Quarterly bonus

Job summary

Environmental Works Inc in Poplar Bluff, MO is seeking an Environmental Scientist to support field sampling, data collection, and documentation for laboratory testing across soil, water, air, and wastewater. The role focuses on planning sampling campaigns and coordinating with project managers, clients, field technicians, and vendors.

You will assist in monitoring, remediation, and compliance activities, operate and maintain groundwater systems, and ensure proper handling of samples and waste.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate Geology or Environmental Science degree is required.
• Valid Driver's License is required.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• 1–5 years of environmental consulting/remediation experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan sampling and data collection for air, vapor, soil, water, wastewater, and related media.
• Oversee field activities, document logs, and coordinate with clients and subcontractors.
• Operate and maintain remediation equipment and monitoring systems.
• Document, package, and ship environmental samples and manage waste handling.

Skills

Field work

Sampling planning

Data collection

Documentation

Equipment troubleshooting

Education

Geology/Environmental Science degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Salary Range: $40,000.00 To $55,000.00 Annually

ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST | ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Communicate with Project Manager, clients, field technicians, and vendors/subcontractors.
• Help plan sampling and data collection for air, vapor, soil, surface water, stormwater, groundwater, hazardous waste, non-aqueous phase liquids (NAPLs), and wastewater for laboratory testing.
• Properly compile & review daily paperwork to document field activities (field logbook, soil/rock boring logs, well construction diagrams, etc. ).
• Aid in troubleshooting, operations, and maintenance of mechanical and electronic systems including pumps, remediation systems, and monitoring equipment.

Complete monitoring, remediation, and compliance activities, including but not limited to:

• Collection of environmental media for laboratory analysis. Media include soil, groundwater, surface water, vapor, air, stormwater and wastewater
• Overseeing planning for drilling operations, monitoring/recovery/injection well construction, and remedy construction
• Soil logging
• Operation and maintenance of groundwater pump and treat system and amendment injection system;
• Documentation, packaging, and shipping of environmental samples, proper management, characterization, and handling of waste (hazardous and non-hazardous).

ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST | COMPETENCIES

• Ability to work in outdoor/field or office environment.
• Must be extremely reliable and have a curiosity for problem solving, possess a strong desire to learn and succeed, pay attention to detail, and maintain a high level of energy/engagement.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills, including being mechanically inclined and resourceful in diagnosing and correcting issues that arise in the field.
• Work well independently, is self-motivated, sets daily/weekly goals, is comfortable communicating with clients & subcontractors.
• Effective communication skills, both oral and written.
• Ability to read and interpret work plans, maps, designs, and construction documents.
• Effective time-management skills, with the ability to multi-task and maintain flexibility in a dynamic work environment.
• Ability to interact with co-workers effectively, professionally, and positively, clients, vendors, the general public, and other business contacts.

ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST | POSITION TYPE AND EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK

• This is a full-time position.
• The majority of this role will be executed in the field - you will be required to be out-of-office, on site at a large facility undergoing environmental remediation.
• Some weekend and holiday work required.

ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST | REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

• Undergraduate degree in Geology or Environmental Science or related field (chemistry, biology, etc.) is required.
• For insurability purposes, a valid Driver's License is required.
• Proficiency with standard applications in the Microsoft Office suite.

ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST | PREFERRED EXPERIENCE

• One to five years of environmental consulting and remediation experience preferred.

Including but not limited to:

• 40-hour HAZWOPER and confined space certifications preferred.

SALARY RANGE:

$40,000.00 To $55,000.00

BENEFITS

• 3400 includes Health Savings Plan (HSA) Company Contribution with Employee Contribution
• 401k | Up to 4% Company Match

ADDITIONAL BENEFITS

• Career and Personal Development Resources and Training
• Company paid lodging and per diem
• Quarterly Bonus when eligible

EEO: Environmental Works, Inc. is committed to maintaining a workplace that is free from discrimination on the basis of race, gender, religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. We strive to create a diverse and inclusive work environment where all employees are treated with kindness and respect.