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Tetra Tech, Inc. Environmental Scientist, Environmental Engineer - 1030000162 in Denver, Colorado
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We are seeking a full-time, Environmental Scientist / Engineer for our Denver, CO operations.
The selected candidate will provide support on a variety of environmental projects, including emergency response with travel and on-call support. You will join a growing and energetic team supporting environmental projects in the Rocky Mountain region of the U.S.
Support field work for Federal and Private clients and provide technical support to a long-term U.S. Environmental Protection Agency contract in the areas of site investigation, Brownfields redevelopment, removal assessment, data management, and emergency response. Work includes a broad range of site types from abandoned properties to mine sites, to industrial/commercial facilities, to spills - with work locations across Colorado, Montana, North Dakota, South Dakota, Utah, and Wyoming.
Provide technical support in the areas of emergency response, removal assessment, and removal action. This position may also lend itself into project management. Members of the emergency response team are responsible for maintaining on-call readiness to handle emergency responses and provide remedial and restoration guidance/solutions to clients. Members of the team are also responsible for the planning and oversight of operations and site health and safety.
Work will include multi-media sampling, field audits and inspections, organizing and reviewing data, preparing reports, file reviews, collection of air monitoring data, training and exercise support, contractor oversight, and related services. Responsibilities may also include training presentations, preparation of statement of qualifications and proposals, and other consulting activities. Work for other government and private sector clients in these areas is also possible.
Qualifications: The ideal candidate will have 1-5 years' experience in environmental consulting, HazMat response, or related field is preferred. You will have / be:
United States citizenship is required. Strong emergency response and remediation management skills and the ability to respond quickly within a mandatory response time may be required. Knowledge of federal and state regulations preferred. Experience with remedial design, feasibility studies, hazardous waste, site investigations, site remediation, field sampling, air quality, ecological restoration, water resources desirable. Previous experience working on EPA projects a plus. Expertise in training curriculum development and implementation is desired. Hydraulic and hydrologic modeling, GIS data analysis and geostatistics, coding (VBA, Python, etc.), and data management skills a plus. Highly motivated, customer focused, and work well in a team environment. Ability to manage a heavy workload. Excellent communication, client interaction, and organizational skills is required. Proficiency with MS Office applications is required.
In addition: This position requires a background check.
Degree / Certifications B.S. in environmental science or related degree required. 40-hour OSHA, ICS or related training, or demonstrated first responder (environmental emergency response) experience preferred. Asbestos or lead based paint certification preferred.
Work Environment
You must be able to:
Drive on a regular basis. Passing a motor vehicle record background ch ck and maintaining a valid driver's license and good driving record is required. Lifting heavy field sampling and other equipment up to 35 pounds is required. Meet physical demands of hazardous waste site work. Travel is required and varies based on project requirements; may include weekend travel and work. Able to work outdoors, in all weather conditions, both hot and cold. Be on-call as needed.
The Salary Range for this position is $55,000 - $64,000 depending on education, experience, skills, and location.
Tetra Tech offers comprehensive benefit options that allow employees to design a plan based on individual needs and assists in planning for long-term financial security. Available benefits include medical, dental and vision insurance, term life, disability, accidental death & dismemberment coverage, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Health Spending Account (HSA), time off with pay, 401k retirement plan, and an Employee Stock Purchase
Health and safety play a vital role in our success. Tetra Tech's employees work together to comply with all applicable health & safety practices and protocols, including any public health orders and regulations that are mandated by local, state, provincial, federal, and international