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Parsons

Geologist/Environmental Scientist

New York, NY

$55.30K - $96.80K/yr

Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Geologist / Environmental Scientist to join our team! In this role you will get to perform a variety of general geological and field tasks by applying ...

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Weekend Environmental Scientists often juggle tight project timelines and limited access to team resources since they work outside standard business hours. Communication with weekday staff and coordinating fieldwork or lab access can be challenging. To address this, it’s helpful to maintain thorough documentation, proactively communicate any issues to the broader team, and leverage digital tools for data sharing. Building strong relationships with both weekend and weekday colleagues can also facilitate smoother project handoffs and ensure continuity.

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Environmental Scientist 1 - Northern NJ

Environmental Scientist 1 - Northern NJ

Apex Companies

Newark, NJ • On-site, Remote

$45K - $55K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 10 days ago

Job description

Are you highly motivated, hard-working, and seeking to join a growth-focused consulting & engineering firm? Are you looking for a company that will invest in your development and grow your professional skills? If so, consider a career with Apex!
Powered by record sales, extraordinary client retention, strategic acquisitions, and an entrepreneurial spirit, Apex Companies is one of the fastest growing engineering and environmental consulting firms in the US. We were recently recognized by the Zweig Group as one of the fastest growing firms in the AEC industry. We take pride in providing our clients with exceptional service and have earned numerous awards for project excellence. We continue to grow, and we want you to grow with us.
Apex is seeking entry-level Environmental Field Scientist 1 positions that will be responsible for conducting comprehensive on-site environmental assessments at various operational sites to ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations, as well as internal corporate environmental protocols. This role, utilizing an established checklist, will evaluate facility operations; identify risks; ensure environmental programs are properly implemented; and provide correct actions as needed to support environmental regulatory programs.
This posting is for Northern NJ but we are hiring nationwide across these locations: Boston, Philadelphia, Raleigh, Jackson, Atlanta, Tampa, Nashville, Cleveland, Cincinnati, Louisville, Chicago, Minneapolis, Dallas, Kansas City, Denver, Pocatello, Phoenix, Portland, Seattle, Los Angeles, San Francisco/Bay Area, and Sacramento.
The anticipated start date is mid-March.
Travel: Role requires 80% travel to operational sites and must be able to drive to client sites within an approximate 300-mile radius of Newark, NJ
Your Responsibilities as an Environmental Field Scientist:
  • 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.)

This position is primarily scheduled during standard business hours; however, periodic on-call coverage and off-hours work may be required. The employee must be willing and able to travel to client sites, including evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays, as business needs dictate.
Education:
BA/BS degree in Environmental Sciences, Environmental Management, Biology, Geology, Engineering, Data Analytics, or related discipline.
Experience:
  • 0-3 years of experience conducting environmental inspections, audits, or regulatory compliance assessments.
  • Experience in distribution, logistics, warehousing, or manufacturing environments strongly preferred.

Skills/Competencies:
  • 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.

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Why you'll love working with us:
  • 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.
  • Working with the best and brightest in the industry.
  • 2,000+ employee national firm with 70+ locations across the US.

Apex Job Title: Scientist 1
Req ID: 11121
Annual Expected Pay Range
$45,000-$55,000 USD
We believe in equality for all and celebrate the diversity and differences of our employees, customers, and communities. We do not discriminate based on gender, race or color, ethnicity or national origin, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law. Apex aims to make apexcos.com accessible to all users. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation to navigate our website or complete the application process, please contact Talent@apexcos.com or (301) 417-0200. Likewise, feel free to reach out to us if you would like to view or discuss Apex policy related to equal employment opportunity or have any related concerns. EO/AA/VEV/Disabled Employer
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