Junior Environmental Scientist - CTEH_R6724-3762

Montrose Environmental Group Inc. is hiring a Junior Environmental Scientist in Little Rock, AR. The role involves emergency response, environmental sampling, and data collection to identify and mitigate pollutants. Candidates should have a relevant Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience and be prepared for extensive travel and on-call duties. Skills in scientific analysis and strong communication are required, along with certifications in safety protocols.
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A Junior Environmental Scientist participates as a member of an
emergency response team to conduct environmental sampling and data
collection. In performing such duties, a Junior Environmental Scientist
will conduct research or perform investigations for the purpose of
identifying, abating, or eliminating sources of pollutants or hazards
that affect either the environment or the health of the population.
Utilizing their knowledge of various scientific disciplines, they may
collect, synthesize, study, report, and act based on data derived from
measurements or observations of air, food, soil, water, and other
sources. The successful candidate will apply scientific methodology for
analysis of risk assessments and industrial hygiene applications to
ensure the client's expectations are met. All Junior Environmental
Scientist's shall maintain a response bag with company issued PPE and
appropriate work clothing. This role is also subject to on-call rotation
for emergency response and frequent, extended travel. The on-call
rotation duties may extend to satellite offices as necessary. Travel on
a moment's notice may extend further than just the on-call rotation
i.e. in the event aresponse requires more CTEH staffing support.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay Range: Commensurate with Experience
ACTIVITIES/TASKS/SCOPE OF WORK
- Immediate availability for extended travel and emergency response at
client's request
- Maintain, calibrate and mobilize equipment appropriate for an
emergency response
- Gather and analyze samples from various sources of potential
contamination
- Perform monitoring and sampling activities according to the
prescribed methods
- Compile, review and summarize scientific/technical data and
literature;
- Completion of 40-hour HAZWOPER training in accordance with 29 CFR
1910.120 within first three weeks of hire date
- Possession of DISA & TWIC clearances within 3 months of hire date
- Completion of all CTEH designated safety requirements within first
month of hire date; and
- Perform other duties as assigned
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
- Bachelor's degree in Biology, Environmental Engineering,
Environmental, Health and Safety,
- Industrial Hygiene, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Toxicology or
other related science
- One to Three years of experience in a related field may be
substituted in lieu of a degree
- Advanced computer skills in a Windows-based platform is a must
- The ability to learn various software and complying with CTEH
administrative duties (time sheets/expensereports)
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
- Ability to work independently and with minimal supervision
- Ability to respond in a timely manner to all communications from
his/her supervisor
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships
within a matrix reporting structure
- Ability to understand and follow written and verbal directions
- Possess strong verbal and written communication skills in the
English language
- Ability to complete HAZWOPER certification
- Ability to obtain and maintain DISA clearance
- Ability to obtain TWIC clearance
- Current driver's license
- Ability to obtain a passport
- Completion of all job specific OSHA training
- Ability to comply with all job specific OSHA requirements, including
the wear of a respirator
- Possess excellent problem-solving and analytical skills with careful
attention to detail being critical
- Possess a high degree of personal initiative and responsibility for
work assigned
- Ability to understand and follow written and verbal directions
- Demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills in the
Englis language; and,
- Ability to work overtime and on weekends
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT
The physical demands described below are representative of those
that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential
functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable
individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Sitting, standing, and walking
Lifting up to 50 pounds several times a day
Overhead lifting of over 20 pounds
Bending, stooping, climbing ladders and crawling
Long hours involving overtime and weekends as necessary
Keyboarding/typing
Ability to read effectively from a computer screen, sampling device
and/or a paper copy
Ability to handle a large volume of work and perform multiple tasks in a
fast-paced environment
Frequent, unscheduled travel for extended periods of time
Ability to drive noncommercial vehicles
Rarely may work shifts of up t

About the Company:
Montrose Environmental Group Inc.