Environmental Scientist

Medasource is hiring Environmental Scientists for various locations in Tennessee, including Johnson City, Cookeville, Knoxville, Nashville, and Columbia. The role involves conducting compliance inspections related to environmental issues such as sewage discharges and water quality. Candidates should have a relevant degree and experience in environmental science. This is a 6-12 month contract-to-hire position requiring fieldwork and effective communication with teams and the public.
Job Title: Environmental Sceintist

Location: hiring 2 people for Cookeville, 2 people for Knoxville, 2 people for Nashville, 1 person for Johnson City, and 1 person for Columbia, TN

Duration: 6-12 month contract to hire

Job Description:

Our client is seeking a motivated individual with a strong work ethic and a passion for environmental fieldwork to join their current team and help conduct compliance inspections related to illegal sewage discharges, water quality violations, water wells, and / or fish kills in their local community.

Responsibilities:
• Conduct site visits for compliance inspections, sampling, and reporting
• Perform occasional field testing for contaminants like E.coli
• Interpret environmental regulations and apply them to real-world scenarios
• Maintain accurate digital records, reports, and permit files
• Communicate effectively with internal teams, contractors, and the public

Qualifications:
• Bachelors' of Science in Chemistry, Biology, Soil Science, or related field
• Hands on experience or coursework in wastewater, biodiversity, EPA regulations, soil mechanics, geotechnical systems, hydrology, GIS, or agricultural sciences
• Experience or strong foundational knowledge in septic system installation
• Prior experience conducting sample testing
• Strong work ethic and eagerness to learn
• Willing to be outside for long-periods of the day in hot or cold weather