Environmental Scientist – Field & Emergency Response

Onterris Payroll, LLC; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 39,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Onterris Payroll, LLC in Denver, CO seeks a Junior Environmental Scientist to join an emergency response team and perform environmental sampling and data collection. The successful candidate will apply scientific methods to identify and help abate environmental hazards and ensure client expectations are met.

The role requires travel, on-call rotation, and adherence to HAZWOPER and safety protocols; a Bachelor’s degree in a related science and 1–3 years of field experience are preferred, with

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Biology, Environmental Engineering, Environmental Health & Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Chemistry or related science.
• 1–3 years of related field experience may substitute for degree.
• Advanced computer skills on Windows platform and ability to learn new software.

Responsibilities

• Immediate availability for extended travel and emergency response at client's request.
• Maintain, calibrate and mobilize equipment for emergency response.
• Gather and analyze samples from potential contamination sources.
• Perform monitoring and sampling according to prescribed methods.
• Complete 40-hour HAZWOPER training within first three weeks of hire.
• Possession of DISA & TWIC clearances within 3 months of hire.
• Complete all designated safety requirements within first month of hire.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

HAZWOPER certification

DISA clearance

TWIC clearance

Driver's license

Passport

Windows software

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Communication in English

Ability to work overtime

Education

Bachelor's degree in related science

Tools

Windows

Job description

Onterris Payroll, LLC in Denver, CO seeks a Junior Environmental Scientist to join an emergency response team and perform environmental sampling and data collection. The successful candidate will apply scientific methods to identify and help abate environmental hazards and ensure client expectations are met.

The role requires travel, on-call rotation, and adherence to HAZWOPER and safety protocols; a Bachelor’s degree in a related science and 1–3 years of field experience are preferred, with