Assistant Environmental Scientist Jobs in Syracuse, NY

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Working at TRC means tackling interesting, meaningful projects. We pride ourselves on our collaborative spirit, entrepreneurial zeal and agile corporate structure. We recognize that the expertise of our staff is our strongest asset, so we generously reward employees for successful performance and invest in their careers through training and the development of new skills and certifications.
Overview
We are seeking a Project Geologist / Environmental Scientist / Environmental Engineer based in our Liverpool, NY office. This position will support our Engineering, Construction and Remediation Practice with the completion of environmental investigation and remediation projects, primarily at inactive hazardous waste and petroleum/chemical spill sites.
Responsibilities
• Assist with site background information reviews, data assembly and evaluation, and preparation of investigation work plans and cost estimates.
• Assist with scheduling and coordination of field work and field personnel.
• Assist with procurement and scheduling of subcontractors and vendors such as laboratories, drillers, surveyors, etc. Manage subcontractors and vendors with minimal supervision from senior personnel.
• Implement field activities including soil, groundwater, sediment, surface water, air, and soil vapor sampling programs.
• Oversee soil boring advancement, soil vapor probe installation, test pit excavation and monitoring well installation and development.
• Assist with implementation of aquifer and pilot testing programs.
• Oversee remedial actions and conduct routine operation and maintenance activities at various project sites.
• Use various equipment, meters, instruments, mobile devices and forms to collect, log and manage field data and test results.
• Data tabulation and analysis, including preparation of figures, charts and field forms.
• Prepare draft sections of technical reports based on the results of background information review, field activities, field data and test results, etc.
• Apply knowledge of regulations, rules, guidelines, field practices and techniques, standard operating procedures, data reduction and evaluation techniques, etc. to field work and technical reports.
• Explain observations and findings using general understanding of geology, hydrogeology, chemistry, physics, biology, and mathematics.
• Direct junior staff in the execution of tasks.
• Participate in project meetings.
• Interact with colleagues, clients, regulators, public, vendors, and subcontractors and follow corporate standards.
Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in Geology, Environmental Science or Civil/Chemical/Environmental Engineering.
• 5 to 6 years of relevant professional experience.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability and willingness to work independently and/or as a member of a team, including the ability to work on multiple assignments.
• Strong time-management skills with ability to meet tight deadlines and budgets.
• Must be willing to accept short- and long-term field assignments.
• Must possess a valid driver's license, transportation and be able to pass a pre-employment motor vehicle records check.
• Ability to drive, travel and perform field work away from home, office, and in outdoor environments.
• Candidates are required to successfully pass a drug test prior to employment or within five working days from date of hire.
• Candidates will frequently be required to lift and carry loads of up to 50 pounds, occasionally hoist loads of up to 50 pounds, and frequently use various hand tools and equipment to complete assigned tasks.
• May require some work outside of normal business hours and days; in particular for emergency response activities.
• Experience with Microsoft Office; especially Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Project.
• Must have 40-hour HAZWOPER health and safety training certificate (with an up to date 8-hour annual refresher course certification).
• Successful candidate will be entered into a medical monitoring program upon hire and will be required to wear PPE, including a respirator occasionally.
• Database (e.g., Equis) and GIS or AutoCAD skills are desirable and should be noted but are not required.
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Benefits*: TRC offers a competitive benefit package consisting of:

• Medical, dental, vision, and disability insurance.
• 401k package that includes both traditional and Roth IRA options and Company match.
• Paid time off contingent upon full time or part time status and level of seniority (ranging from 15 to 25 days per year).
• All full-time employees enjoy a minimum of 8 Paid Holidays per year.
• TRC ensures that all employees, including those that work part-time, receive paid sick, family, and disability leave in accordance with the laws of their state of residence.

*These benefits are applicable to US employees depending on their employment status (full time, part time, or temporary). TRC offers jurisdiction specific benefit packages for International and Puerto Rico employees.
Compensation: In accordance with local law, the below salary range is applicable for the job and location associated with this requisition. Compensation will vary based upon experience, education, skill level, geographical location, and other compensable factors.
Other Compensation: Employee may be eligible for participation in the Company's annual Discretionary Bonus Program which is contingent on Company, Business Segment, and Individual performance against Key Performance Indicators which vary by year and employee.
Disclaimers
TRC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. All employment decisions are made based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
The complete job description and application are available on TRC's career site.
TRC accepts applications for this position on an ongoing, rolling basis and reserves the right to cancel this posting at any time.
Salary Range
USD $65,665.60 - USD $100,547.20 /Yr.