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Apex Companies · 4 hours ago

Environmental Scientist 1

Apex Companies is a rapidly growing engineering and environmental consulting firm in the US, recognized for its exceptional service and numerous awards. They are seeking an entry-level Environmental Field Scientist 1 to conduct on-site environmental assessments and ensure compliance with regulations.

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Responsibilities

Conduct scheduled and on-call environmental inspections at operational sites to evaluate:
Hazardous waste handling, labeling, and storage
Universal waste and e-waste management
Stormwater and wastewater systems
Spill prevention and control measures
Air emissions, refrigerant management, and equipment compliance
Solid waste management and recycling streams
Chemical storage
Material storage and management
Inspect areas such as loading docks, fuel systems, waste storage areas, material handling areas, and mechanical rooms, etc. for environmental risks
Review facility documentation including:
Hazardous waste manifests
Emergency response plans
Spill logs and incident reports
Inspection checklists
Training records
Environmental permits
Environmental records
Equipment records
Environmental performance data
Prepare detailed inspection reports using standardized online reporting platforms
Propose corrective actions to address compliance gaps
Perform field work including collecting and processing environmental samples (stormwater, wastewater, air, etc.)

Qualification

Environmental regulations knowledgeEnvironmental inspections experienceMicrosoft Office proficiencyAnalytical skillsFieldwork experienceCommunication skillsProblem solving skills

Required

BA/BS degree in Environmental Sciences, Environmental Management, Biology, Geology, Engineering, Data Analytics, or related discipline
0-3 years of experience conducting environmental inspections, audits, or regulatory compliance assessments
Knowledge of key environmental regulations (RCRA, EPCRA, Clean Water Act, Clean Air Act, DOT hazardous materials)
Ability to interpret environmental records, manifests, and regulatory documentation
Proficient in Microsoft Office, audit tools, and reporting platforms
Strong analytical and problem solving abilities
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Comfortable working independently in field settings
Valid driver's license with clean driving record
This position requires successful completion of a medical screening and pre-employment drug testing

Preferred

Experience in distribution, logistics, warehousing, or manufacturing environments strongly preferred

Benefits

Medical, dental and vision plan options.
Company-paid life, short, and long-term disability insurance.
401k plan.
Paid time-off and holidays.
Cross-training and the ability to work on a variety of projects.
Other perks and incentives.

Company

Apex Companies

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Apex is a national water resources and environmental services firm that provides single-source solutions for routine and complex projects.

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
unknown
Key Investors
Tailwind Capital
2023-02-01Acquired
2019-01-01Undisclosed
2018-01-01Private Equity

Leadership Team

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David Fabianski
President & CEO
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Donell (Doni) Murphy
Chief Strategy and Growth Officer
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