Remote Brownfields Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Toeroek Associates, Inc. is seeking a Mid-Level Environmental Scientist to provide technical support for all phases of Targeted Brownfields Assessments in the western half of the U.S. The successful candidate will assist senior staff in performing Phase I and II Environmental Site Assessments, supporting a team that assesses the nature and the extent of contamination at brownfields and identifies potential cleanup alternatives and associated costs for site redevelopment.

Periodic travel is required. Worksite locations are in Seattle, Idaho, Dallas/Central Texas, and Chicago or Central Illinois. This position is considered remote, but candidates must be geographically located near these areas to support operations and facilitate fieldwork.

Duties include

• Conducting Phase I and II Environmental Site Assessments (ESAs)
• Collecting and evaluating environmental data in field and office settings
• Leading field activities, including soil, groundwater, sediment, and soil gas sample collection; geological logging and interpretation; and oversight of investigation and remediation subcontractors, including laboratories and excavation and drilling companies
• Support providing soil and groundwater assessments, soil gas sampling, asbestos inspections, lead-based paint assessments, geophysical surveys, and waste determinations
• Preparing technical reports and other documents on topics associated with site characterization, remedial optimization, and remedy implementation
• Recognizing technical discrepancies in analytical results and making appropriate corrections following standard procedures
• Providing support in organizing public meetings to address the findings of ESAs
• Work within quality/budget/schedule expectations and scope-specific assignments
• Periodic travel is required

Required Education/Experience

BS degree in Engineering, Geology, Environmental Science, or related field, 4 plus years of practical experience related to contaminated site characterization and remediation at contaminated sites, including Superfund, Brownfields, and RCRA Corrective Action sites. Strong knowledge of federal and state environmental laws and regulations under Federal (e.g., Superfund, RCRA, Brownfields), state, or other cleanup programs. Experience with Phase I and Phase II ESAs and experience conducting quantitative analyses using Microsoft Excel

PREFERRED CREDENTIALS/CERTIFICATIONS:

• 40-Hour HAZWOPER
• EPA Lead Inspector/Risk Assessor

PROFESSIONAL SKILLS:

• Demonstrated attributes to become a strong consultant team player, eagerness to learn and grow, self-starter who takes the initiative, versatile, and service-oriented mentality
• Effective written/verbal communication and organization/analytical skills; experience writing and compiling technical data and reports
• Ability to multitask, maintain flexibility, travel, and work independently with minimal supervision
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities at once

The anticipated hiring salary range for this remote position is $ 56,000 to $80,000, DOQ. Pay consideration is given based on geographic location, relevant work experience, and education. Toeroek offers a competitive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, Life, LTD, STD, and 401 (k). Qualified applicants should include their resume with their completed application for further consideration.

Toeroek Associates is a dynamic small business provider of specialty consulting and analysis services to the U.S. Government. Toeroek offers a collaborative and congenial work environment with a team of passionate staff dedicated to finding solutions to complex problems in the fields of environment, records and knowledge management, and national security. Our multi-disciplined environmental staff includes scientific, legal, and engineering experts who support federal and state government entities in compliance, removal and remediation, field services, site assessments, oversight, historical and technical research, litigation, cost recovery, and community engagement.

Toeroek Associates, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer.

Toeroek Associates, Inc. maintains the policy of equal employment opportunity (EEO) shall apply to all terms, conditions, and privileges of employment, including hiring, testing, training and development, promotion, transfer, compensation, benefits, educational assistance, termination, layoffs, social and recreational programs, and retirement. Toeroek is committed to making employment decisions based on valid requirements, without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, military or veteran status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or any other applicable status protected by state or local law.

Applicants with disabilities may contact Toeroek Associates, Inc., Human Resources via telephone, fax, e-mail, and other means to request and arrange for accommodations. If you need assistance to accommodate a disability, you may request accommodation at any time. Please contact Human Resources at hr@toeroek.com.