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Environmental Geologist, Scientist or Engineer (Entry-Level) - job 2 of 2

Antea USA, Inc. (Antea®Group) is seeking a motivated, detail-oriented, entry-level Environmental Geologist, Scientist or Engineer in one of the following office locations: Boston, MA or Hartford, CT.

Qualified individuals must have strong organizational and communication skills (both verbal and written), and a desire to work in a fast-paced environment with a strong technical support team.

This safety-sensitive position reports to a project manager and will support project teams on a variety of project assignments including site remediation activities, technical and safety oversight of subcontractors, permitting, Phase I and Phase II Environmental Site Assessments, and sample collection. Tasks could include preparing work and health and safety plans; conducting soil and groundwater investigations and sampling; remediation system operation and maintenance; data entry, management and analyses; and the preparation of reports in a variety of formats.

This is a full-time position with 70% of regional travel anticipated. This may require working alone in remote locations and/or out of state work supporting other company offices. Typical travel includes staying over at site locations for several nights per week, a couple weeks per month. The locations may change based on client contracts and remediation site needs.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education and Training

BS in Environmental Sciences / Soil Science / Geology / Environmental Engineering or related science major
Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel
Entry Level 0 – 2 years of applicable environmental experience
This position will require a 40-hour HAZWOPER OSHA certification. While current certification is desirable, it is not required to apply. HAZWOPER training will be provided upon employment if the successful candidate(s) is/are not already certified

Experience & Fundamental Skill Set

Strong organizational and communication skills with an innate attention to detail
Mechanical aptitude that is suitable for working on remediation systems including troubleshooting pumps, blowers, and motors. Advanced engineering is not mandatory but finding enjoyment fixing mechanical problems and tinkering with equipment is a must. Senior engineering support will help train and mentor the right candidate to learn our remediation systems.
Strong time management and decision-making skills
Able to work independently at remote locations to troubleshoot issues with sampling equipment and produce results
Ability to multi-task with multiple projects or assignments
Interest and motivation to diversify skill set with additional training
Familiarity with state and federal environmental regulatory framework
Authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship, now or in the future.
Compliance with any client requirements, including but not limited to COVID-19 vaccine mandates
Potential employees must be able to satisfactorily complete a background check, pre-employment drug screening (as permitted by law), and baseline physical (safety sensitive roles). They must also have a valid driver's license and good driving record.

Antea®Group focuses strongly upon safety in all aspects of our operations, in the field, the office, and while traveling. The successful candidate must likewise consider safety as paramount and demonstrate an awareness of safe operations and be willing to accommodate long or non-standard work hours on a project-by-project basis.

Physical Requirements / Work Environment - Maintain physical condition appropriate to the performance of assigned duties and responsibilities, which may include the following:

Sedentary to light work (typical office or administrative work)
Frequently required to stand, sit and walk for extended periods of time
Occasional lifting and carrying of low (under 25lbs) to moderate (25-49lbs) weight objects
Repetitive motions: substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers (including reaching)
Subject to inside environmental conditions (protection from weather conditions but not necessarily from temperature change)
Operation of a motor vehicle

Additionally, if you are assigned work in the field at client project sites you will need to complete a medical surveillance/fitness-for-duty examination and maintain physical condition appropriate to the performance of assigned duties and responsibilities which may include the following:

Medium to heavy work
Subject to outside environmental conditions: heat/cold, wind, wet and/or humid, etc.
Occasional stooping (bending body downward and forward), kneeling (bending legs at knee), crouching (bending body downward and forward) and climbing
Frequent lifting (including push/pull, hold/carry) of light, moderate and possibly heavy weight objects
Subject to hazards, including a variety of physical conditions, including but not limited to: proximity to moving vehicles, parts or equipment; exposure to chemicals; pressure (including noise); electrical hazards; biological hazards; excavation/trenching; confined spaces; elevated work; materials handling
May be required to wear an air purifying respirator

Antea Group offers its full-time and part-time employees excellent benefits, including health, dental, and vision plans; life insurance; disability benefits; paid time off; 401(k); and a leading-edge wellness program.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Antea Group is an EEO/AA employer committed to fostering a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status and any other protected status.

NO RECRUITERS PLEASE

NO VISA SPONSORSHIP AT THIS TIME

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CEO of Antea Group

Brian Ricketts

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SENIORITY LEVEL REQUIREMENT

Early

SECTOR

Architectural & Engineering Services

TEAM SIZE

201-500

LOCATION

Hybrid

DATE POSTED

June 9, 2023