Location: Whitehouse Station,NJ, USA
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Summary:
At Tetra Tech, we provide diverse opportunities for training and advancement while working on interesting projects in multiple market segments.
We are continually seeking talented individuals for our entry level Environmental Scientist and Air Quality positions, working within 50 miles of one of our local offices.
Typical duties for an entry level position include but aren't limited to, field investigations, assessments, environmental monitoring, soil, air, and water sampling, and data analysis. You will work with a multidisciplinary team of scientists and engineers to collect real time field data; these projects help assure contaminates will not harm human health and the environment.
Your Role:
* This position will have field and non-field related responsibilities. Field work and travel may include occasional nights and weekends.
* Field work planning and preparation.
* Sampling, environmental assessments, and site inspections.
* Collection and proper documentation of samples to define the nature and extent of contamination.
* Data evaluation and reporting. Tasks associated with reporting may include preparation of text, tables, charts, and figures.
* Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
* BS in Environmental Science, Air Quality, or related field.
* 0 - 4 years of experience in environmental services / consulting.
* A good understanding of environmental services including investigation and remedial actions, environmental assessments, and sampling is preferred.
* Ability to take thorough notes and preparation of data reports.
* Ability to work with basic mathematical concepts and principles.
* Familiarity with MS Office Suite.
* Familiarity with CAD or GIS is desirable.
* OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER training and current 8-hour refresher trainings preferred.
* Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull equipment weighing up to 50lbs.
* Ability to travel and perform field work (75% or more of field work required).
* A Pre-employment drug screening in compliance with state regulations is required.
* Must possess a valid driver's license with a clean driving record without restrictions.
Target salary range: $50,000 to $75,000. Please note that Tetra Tech considers various factors in determining pay, including but not limited to: education, relevant and demonstrated work experience in the role, skills, geographic location, qualifications, certifications, and other competencies relevant to the needs of the business.
About Tetra Tech:
At Tetra Tech, 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 health orders and regulations related to COVID-19 that are mandated by local, state and federal authorities.
Tetra Tech offers the following optional benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Long & Short-Term Disability, Health & Dependent Care Flexible Spending. Financial Benefits: Group Term Life, Optional Group Term Life Insurance, Business Travel Accident Insurance, Health Savings Account, 401K, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Time Off with Pay, Employee Assistance Program, Adoption Assistance, Leaves of Absence.
Tetra Tech combines the resources of a global, multibillion-dollar company with local, client-focused delivery in more than 550 locations around the world. Our reputation rests on the technical expertise and dedication of our employees-28,000 associates working together to provide smart, scalable solutions for challenging projects. We are proud to be home to leading technical experts in water, environment, infrastructure, resource management, energy, and international development.
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Tetra Tech is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Diversity, inclusion, and equity are among Tetra Tech's core values. Throughout our history, the company has prioritized equitable inclusion of all people. All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, military or veteran status, gender, age, disabilities, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information and any other characteristics protected by the law. We invite resumes from all interested parties. Please visit our website at www.tetratech.com to see the array of diverse services and exciting projects we are currently working on.
Tetra Tech is a VEVRAA federal contractor, and we request priority referral of veterans for available positions.
We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.
Please no phone calls or agencies.
Additional Information
* Organization: 117 ECS