VHB · 4 hours ago
Entry Level Environmental Scientist
Greater Boston
Full-time
Hybrid
New Grad, Entry Level
$64K/yr - $73K/yr
0+ years expVHB is an inspired and innovative team of engineers, scientists, planners, and designers. They are seeking an Entry Level Environmental Scientist to join their Site Investigation & Remediation team in Watertown, Massachusetts, where the role involves collecting and interpreting environmental data and conducting site investigations.
Asset ManagementCivil EngineeringConstructionConsultingGraphic Design
Responsibilities
Collect Field Data and Manage/Interpret Data (soil, sediment, groundwater, surface water, indoor air, soil gas)
Conduct Site Investigations including ASTM Phase I and II Environmental Site Assessments while Leveraging Technology to Support Data Management and Visualization
Conduct and Document Research at State and Municipal Agencies
Conduct Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure (SPCC) Inspections and prepare SPCC Plans
Provide Field Support including Construction Observations and Documentation of Remediation Projects
Write Technical Reports, Correspondence, Notes and Memoranda
Qualification
Required
BS in Geology, Hydrogeology, Environmental Science/Geoscience, or Environmental Engineering
0-1 year of professional environmental/remediation consulting experience required
OSHA 40 hr. HAZWOPER certification and annual refresher certifications required after 30 days of employment
Ability to work in office and field settings (this position requires traveling within Massachusetts, New Hampshire, and nearby states to collect data)
Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills
Motivated with abilities to problem solve and work independently
Documents work in a detailed manner and keeps data and other information organized
Working knowledge of MassDEP Massachusetts Contingency Plan regulations and guidance, and NHDES Regulations
Preferred
Prior experience with SPCC and SWPPP inspections
Experience with ESRI ArcGIS Pro and EQuIS or other laboratory data management software
Benefits
Diverse and inclusive culture of collaboration and innovation
Opportunity to work on complex, transformational projects
Community and social responsibility as sustainable stewards
Focus on learning, development, and career growth
Best-in-class benefits, including flexible, hybrid workplace
Company
VHB
VHB offers civil engineering, site and transit planning, GIS mapping, consulting, analytics, design-build, and structure designing services.
1001-5000 employees
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