Environmental Scientist Job Listing at Tetra Tech in Philadelphia, PA (Job ID 47719)

Description

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®.

Role and Responsibilities:

Tetra Tech is seeking part-time scientists, biologists, geologist, engineers, and technicians with 5+ years of experience to provide support on a variety of environmental projects and programs that are managed out of the Philadelphia Area Operation. Extensive travel is required and varies based on project requirements.   Projects include:

• post disaster remediation;
• Emergency response;
• Superfund removal actions
• Remedial action sites;
• Orphaned well plugging and assessment;
• Due diligence (Phase 1 and Phase II) assessments, and;
• Lead based paint and asbestos assessments. 

The tasks involved within these projects includes:

• Multimedia sampling (including air)
• Oversight of operations, including the preparation of reports and tables, reviewing of data, field audits and inspections, organizing and reviewing data, file reviews, collection of air monitoring data, training and exercise support, contractor oversight, and related services. 

  Working with other government and private sector clients in these areas is also possible.   Work will include being mobilized to areas in the U.S. where the project support is needed, with mobilizations lasting between 14 to 30 days.  The position is 100% in the field. Extensive travel is required and varies based on project requirements.   All work is done in teams of 2, reporting through incident command system.   Tetra Tech will provide travel, per diem, and housing accommodations when on travel, unless staff are local to the site. Full relocation will not be necessary.

This position requires driving on a regular basis. Passing a motor vehicle record background check and maintaining a valid driver's license and good driving record is required.

Qualifications:

Candidates should have experience in the following:

• Multimedia sampling and field work experience preferred.
• Experience with remedial design, feasibility studies, hazardous waste, site investigations, site remediation, field sampling, air quality, ecological restoration, water resources desirable.
• GIS data analysis and geostatistics, coding (VBA, Python, etc.), and data management skills a plus.
• B.A/B.S. in science, engineering, geology or biology preferred but not required.
• Must be highly motivated, customer focused, and work well in a team environment.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

Candidate must be able to lift and carry roughly 35 pounds of field sampling and other equipment, and meet the physical demands of hazardous  This position is 100% in the field.  Extensive travel is required and varies based on project requirements.
Work will consist of working 6-7 days a week, including weekends, 10 – 12 hour work days, and will average 50 – 60 hours per week.  Candidates are expected to work in all weather conditions and seasons, both hot and cold. Walk on uneven terrain. 

 

About Tetra Tech:

 

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—27,000 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.

Additional Information

• Organization: 103 EMI

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