Environmental Scientist - Air Testing Specialist Temporary/Intern Position

At Weston Solutions, Inc. you will do meaningful work and make valuable contributions. Employee-ownership at Weston is a path to professional growth and access to diverse opportunities in a highly connected community that works together across key service areas to make a difference in the environment. Weston continues to evolve and adapt to our changing world as a premier provider of environmental and infrastructure services for over sixty years. In both the public and private sectors our teams help identify, solve, mitigate, and manage critical environmental issues to help clients achieve a more sustainable future.

The Environmental Scientist - Air Testing Specialist is an entry-level position within our Integrated Air Services (IAS) Group. WESTON’s IAS team conducts testing projects to assist our clients in development of air quality improvement strategies and demonstrate emissions compliance with industry specific regulations set forth in the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Title 40 – Protection of Environment. The project technical scopes are typically related to measurement of air emissions directly from an industrial source and/or the ambient air in the vicinity of the source using state of the art instrumentation housed in mobile laboratories.

The Testing Specialist position responsibilities:

• Working safely in a positive enterprise and team environment.
• Performing scientific emissions testing procedures utilizing EPA or ASTM Test Methodologies.
• Most project testing sites are located within the Mid-Atlantic Region, but the position may require travel up 75%.
• Project assignments with WESTON groups in other regions in the US are possible which opens the door to explore areas of the country you may not have the opportunity to visit otherwise. All travel expenses are fully paid and a daily per diem rate for meals is provided.

Come join one of WESTON’s core disciplines. For the successful candidate, career development to a leadership position is achievable through our training and mentorship program. The Testing Specialist position is paid on an hourly basis with a starting rate of $20-$25/hr dependent upon education level and/or related experience. This position will be temporary work with possibility of becoming a full-time position or a recurring temp position. Great opportunity for students looking to build up their resumes!

Location: West Chester, PA, however this position will require up to 75% Travel.

Qualifications:

• BS or AS in progress in an Environmental Science, Physical Science, or Engineering discipline preferred, but Technical High School graduates with mechanical aptitude are encouraged to apply.
• Testing experience is a plus but not necessary for the entry-level position, on the job technical and safety training is provided.
• Valid driver’s license with clean driving record is required.
• Ability to learn technical sampling techniques, work with a team, work outdoors at elevation, and lift up to 50 lbs. are required to grow within WESTON in this unique position.

Job Type: Temporary

Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Overtime
• Weekend availability

Ability to commute/relocate:

• West Chester, PA 19380: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Willingness to travel:

• 75% (Required)

Work Location: In person