Entry to Mid-level Biologist/Environmental Scientist/Geologist

When you join Groundwater & Environmental Services, Inc. (GES), you are not a number – you become the reason for our success. You’ll have the opportunity to carve your own career path while working shoulder-to-shoulder with some of the most talented and dedicated professionals in the industry. By combining our unique talents and expertise, we help the world’s leading organizations solve their most complex environmental challenges.

We work hard, and we have a lot of fun while we’re at it. Our core values are centered on doing what’s right – for our clients, our employees, and our community. Our employees benefit from a supportive, collaborative culture and an entrepreneurial spirit that promotes new ideas and shared learning.

We know that there is life to be lived beyond work. That's why we offer our employees a comprehensive benefits package and champion a culture that embraces work/life balance. Employee benefits are available to regular full-time and part-time employees in accordance with our company policy.

At GES, we are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, gender, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by law.

Groundwater & Environmental Services, Inc. (GES), an industry leader with a reputation for excellence in providing environmental consulting, engineering, compliance, and technical field services to clients in diverse market sectors, seeks an entry to mid-level Biologist or Environmental Scientist to support fieldwork and environmental remediation project activities for our Lewisville, TX location.

Position Description

• Perform work associated with environmental permitting which may include natural resources inventory, wetland delineations, species assessments, and environmental sampling (chemical and biological).
• Field work including completing wetland delineations and species surveys. Bat experience a plus.
• Stream Assessment (perennial/intermittent/ephemeral), Stream Reach Condition Studies and Benthic surveys
• 401/404 Permitting Documents and Agency Coordination, use of COE Regional Supplements for 404 wetland delineations
• Familiar with local, state and federal water quality laws (CWA, RHA Section 10, ESA, NHPA, NEPA, etc.)
• Exposure to or use of Rosgen Natural Channel Design (Levels I, II, III or IV), a plus.
• Field identification of flora and fauna including endangered and threatened species
• Perform Phase 1 and 2 environmental site assessments (soil, groundwater, soil gas, air, etc.), sampling, monitoring well installation, and related reporting.
• Communicates with clients, third party and regulatory agents regarding project status, schedules and compliance issues.
• Perform site investigations and develop SPCC Plans and SWPPP documents
• Ensures adherence to client and corporate contract specifications in all activities including Health, Safety, Security, and Environment.

Skills & Requirements

• A Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science, Biology, Ecology, Geology, Earth Sciences, Environmental Studies, Forestry, Wildlife Biology, or related field is required. Masters of Science a plus.
• 0-8+ years of related experience. Experience must include hands on field and office project/task execution (preferably in a responsible position commensurate with employment level) based in environmental consulting field. Case management experience on retail petroleum and/or industrial projects preferred.
• Must possess excellent communication and technical writing skills and be able to independently prepare a complete deliverable report with a focus on QA/QC. Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office suite software.
• Experience using GPS equipment and developing data dictionaries for specific GPS data collection efforts to feed into GIS data display and map production.
• Willingness to learn new skills and accept challenging task assignments.
• Applicants must be eligible to work in the US and have a valid driver’s license.

Our comprehensive benefits program includes: Hybrid workforce, medical, dental, vision, prescription, 401k, FSA, STD, LTD, New Parent Leave, 529 College Bound Fund, Tuition Assistance, Bonus Plan, and more.

Groundwater & Environmental Services, Inc. (GES) believes that diversity and inclusion among our staff is critical to our success, and we seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool. At GES, we are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, gender, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by law.