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Discover your full potential. At Tetra Tech, we are collaborating with industry-leading experts for a sustainable future for our world. We combine consulting and engineering with advanced analytics and technology to solve the world's most complex challenges. Our innovation hubs across the globe will enable you to share ideas and best practices while growing your professional network. Wherever you are in your career journey, you will benefit from working with world-class engineers, scientists, and technical specialists.
Apply today and join the company that is Leading with Science®.
Summary:
Tetra Tech's Phoenix, AZ office consists of a collaborative, talented, and enthusiastic team. We are seeking a motivated entry level Scientist to join our high-performing team to continue providing top-of-the-line client services. Hybrid working opportunities may be available, but candidate must reside within 50 miles of a local Tetra Tech Phoenix, AZ or Tucson, AZ office.
At Tetra Tech, we provide diverse opportunities for training and advancement while working on interesting projects in multiple market segments. Our Phoenix office provides a wide variety of environmental services that include subsurface investigations, soil and groundwater remediation design and implementation, remediation system operation and maintenance, hydrogeological studies, wetland and ecological surveys, environmental compliance support, regulated material surveys, waste management, construction and demolition oversight, due diligence support, and long-term monitoring programs.
We are currently evaluating all applications and encourage candidates to apply regardless of how many qualifications are met as we are willing to train the right candidate.
Your Role:
- Much of the work will be in the field and may require overnight and occasional weekend travel/work. Field work / travel will be at a minimum of 70-85% of the time.
- Performance of field tasks includes but isn't limited to; field investigations, treatment system operation, optimization, and maintenance, soil and groundwater sampling, vapor intrusion sampling (soil gas, subslab, and indoor air), environmental assessments and site inspections, and remediation implementation (both self-performance and oversight of subcontractors). Sampling programs will be under the direction of a Registered/Professional Geologist or Engineer.
- Office tasks may include but aren't limited to; sampling plan development, data evaluation, and preparing technical reports. Tasks associated with reporting may include preparation of text, tables, charts, maps, and figures.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
- BS in a Scientific discipline (Environmental Science, Geology, etc.). Advanced degrees or professional certifications desirable but not required.
- 1 – 3 years of experience in environmental services / consulting.
- GIT preferred.
- A good understanding of environmental services including investigation and remedial actions, groundwater treatment systems, environmental assessments and sampling is preferred.
- Prior sampling experience with HydraSleeves.
- Ability to work with basic mathematical concepts and principles.
- Ability to take thorough clear notes and preparation of data reports. Ability to communicate both verbally and in writing in correlation with individual experience.
- Ability to work in a team or individually without supervision.
- Familiarity with MS Office Suite.
- Familiarity with database development and management, and CAD or GIS is desirable.
- OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER training and current 8-hour refresher training, preferred.
- Standard First Aid Training preferred.
- Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 lbs.
- Ability to travel and perform field work (70%-85% travel required) with overnight stays primarily in the state of Arizona.
- 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.
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.
Explore our open positions at https://www.tetratech.com/careers. Follow us on social media to learn more about our people, culture, and opportunities:
LinkedIn: @TetraTechCareers
Twitter: @TetraTechJobs
Facebook: @TetraTechCareers
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.
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