Environmental Scientist Field Sampling & Emergency Response

Handex Consulting & Remediation, LLC; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Medical, dental, vision, life + 401(k)

Holiday and time off policy

Stable and growing company

Valued and respected team member

Job summary

Handex Consulting & Remediation, LLC is seeking an Environmental Scientist to assist project managers with contamination assessment, remediation, and environmental support services in the Fort Lauderdale region.

The role involves groundwater/soil sampling, field oversight, and 24-hour emergency response support. Candidates should have a relevant bachelor's degree and 0–2 years of environmental field experience, with OSHA HAZWOPER preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Geology, Environmental Science, Hydrogeology or Engineering, or related field.
• 0-2 years of environmental field experience with groundwater/soil sampling, pumps and well installations, drilling, field assessments, emergency response, and operations.
• OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER certification and TWIC Card a plus.
• Knowledge of Florida state/regulations and DEP/DOT guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Perform sampling and monitoring at client sites and ports (groundwater, soil, air).
• Interface with project managers, staff, and clients; support health and safety plans and data tables.
• Maintain equipment and assist with emergency response activities as needed.
• Ensure compliance with FDOT/FDEP regulations and permits.

Skills

Field sampling

Groundwater sampling

Soil sampling

Emergency response

Report writing

Teamwork

Regulatory knowledge

Microsoft Office

Field operations

Education

Bachelor's degree in Geology, Environmental Science, Hydrogeology or Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Handex Consulting & Remediation, LLC is seeking an Environmental Scientist to assist project managers with contamination assessment, remediation, and environmental support services in the Fort Lauderdale region.

The role involves groundwater/soil sampling, field oversight, and 24-hour emergency response support. Candidates should have a relevant bachelor's degree and 0–2 years of environmental field experience, with OSHA HAZWOPER preferred.