Environmental Scientist 1

Apex Clearing Corporation; Portland (OR); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision plans

Company-paid life, short and long-term

401k plan

Paid time-off and holidays

Job summary

Apex Companies is seeking an entry-level Environmental Field Scientist in Portland, OR with extensive travel within the Portland area. You will conduct on-site environmental assessments, evaluate operations for regulatory compliance, and support environmental programs using established checklists.

You will review waste manifests, emergency plans, and training records, and prepare detailed inspection reports.

Qualifications

• 0-3+ years of experience conducting environmental inspections, audits, or regulatory compliance assessments.
• Experience in distribution, logistics, warehousing, or manufacturing environments strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of key environmental regulations (RCRA, EPCRA, Clean Water Act, Clean Air Act, DOT hazardous materials).
• Ability to interpret environmental records, manifests, and regulatory documentation.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, audit tools, and reporting platforms.

Responsibilities

• Conduct scheduled and on-call environmental inspections at operational sites to evaluate: Hazardous waste handling, labeling, and storage; Universal waste and e-waste management; Stormwater and wastewater systems; Spill prevention and control measures; Air emissions, refrigerant management, and equipment compliance; Solid waste management and recycling streams; Chemical storage; Material storage and management.
• Inspect areas such as loading docks, fuel systems, waste storage areas, material handling areas, and mechanical rooms, etc. for environmental risks.
• Review facility documentation including: Hazardous waste manifests; Emergency response plans; Spill logs and incident reports; Training records; Equipment records.
• Prepare detailed inspection reports using standardized online reporting platforms
• Propose corrective actions to address compliance gaps
• Perform field work including collecting and processing environmental samples (stormwater, wastewater, air, etc.)

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Written communication

Verbal communication

Independent work

Education

BA/BS in Environmental Sciences or related

Tools

Microsoft Office

Audit tools

Reporting platforms

Job description

Are you driven to grow, lead, and make a meaningful impact? At Apex, we are building more than a consulting and engineering firm - we are creating a place where your career accelerates, your contributions matter, and your potential is fully realized. We believe your growth is our growth, which is why we invest in your development at every stage of your career. Here, you will work on projects that shape communities, protect the environment, and create lasting impact, all while being empowered with the autonomy and flexibility to do your best work.
Fueled by high-quality delivery, exceptional client retention, and strategic acquisitions, Apex Companies continues to rank among the fastest-growing firms in the AEC industry, recently recognized by the Zweig Group for our industry-leading growth. Our success is grounded in strong leadership, a collaborative culture, and a shared commitment to delivering exceptional outcomes.
As we continue to expand, we are looking for high-performing professionals who are ready to lead, collaborate, innovate, and create impact. At Apex, you help shape what's next. When we succeed together, we share in that success. All Apex positions are eligible for annual bonus opportunities, reinforcing our commitment to recognizing and rewarding meaningful contributions that drive our collective growth.

Apex is seeking an entry-level Environmental Field Scientist that will be responsible for conducting comprehensive on-site environmental assessments at various operational sites to ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations, as well as internal corporate environmental protocols. This role, utilizing an established checklist, will evaluate facility operations; identify risks; ensure environmental programs are properly implemented; and provide correct actions as needed to support environmental regulatory programs.

This posting is for Portland, OR and is remote within the Portland Area with 80% travel required.

The anticipated start date is mid-March.

Travel: Role requires 80% travel to operational sites and must be able to drive to client sites within an approximate 300-mile radius of Portland, OR.

Your Responsibilities as an Environmental Field Scientist:

• Conduct scheduled and on-call environmental inspections at operational sites to evaluate:
  • Hazardous waste handling, labeling, and storage
  • Universal waste and e-waste management
  • Stormwater and wastewater systems
  • Spill prevention and control measures
  • Air emissions, refrigerant management, and equipment compliance
  • Solid waste management and recycling streams
  • Chemical storage
  • Material storage and management
• Inspect areas such as loading docks, fuel systems, waste storage areas, material handling areas, and mechanical rooms, etc. for environmental risks.
• Review facility documentation including:
• Hazardous waste manifests
• Emergency response plans
• Spill logs and incident reports
• Training records
• Equipment records
• Prepare detailed inspection reports using standardized online reporting platforms
• Propose corrective actions to address compliance gaps
• Perform field work including collecting and processing environmental samples (stormwater, wastewater, air, etc.)

Education

• BA/BS degree in Environmental Sciences, Environmental Management, Biology, Geology, Engineering, DataAnalytics, or related discipline.

Experience

• 0-3+ years of experience conducting environmental inspections, audits, or regulatory compliance assessments.
• Experience in distribution, logistics, warehousing, or manufacturing environments strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of key environmental regulations (RCRA, EPCRA, Clean Water Act, Clean Air Act, DOT hazardous materials).
• Ability to interpret environmental records, manifests, and regulatory documentation.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, audit tools, and reporting platforms.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Comfortable working independently in field settings.
• This position is based in Portland, OR and requires frequent travel within a 300-mile radius. Candidates must be able to reliably travel throughout this region.
• Valid driver's license with clean driving record.
• This position requires successful completion of medical screening and pre-employment drug testing.
• Sponsorship is not available now or in the future.

Why you'll love working with us:

• Medical, dental and vision plan options.
• Company-paid life, short, and long-term disability insurance.
• 401k plan.
• Paid time-off and holidays.
• Cross-training and the ability to work on a variety of projects.
• Other perks and incentives.
• Working with the best and brightest in the industry.
• 2,000+ employee national firm with 70+ locations across the US.

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