Environmental Scientist I/II/III/Sr - ASL
Ahtna, Inc. is seeking a dynamic individual with a background in environmental science or related fields. The role involves conducting field assessments related to contaminated site characterization and remediation, as well as preparing planning and reporting documents.
Responsibilities
- Conducting contaminated site characterization, monitoring, and remediation field assessments safely and in accordance with work plans
- Traveling in aircraft (jets, small planes, and helicopters), motor vehicles, ATVs, and/or watercraft to perform fieldwork, site visits, or meetings
- Field screening and sampling for contaminants and environmental parameters in a variety of media in accordance with standard operating procedures, guidance, and regulations
- Documenting field operations, including personnel onsite, equipment onsite, weather, environmental data, and operational data using photography, neat and legible handwritten fieldnotes and forms, and tablets. Communicate with project managers via phone, email, and daily reports
- Examining and inspecting work progress, equipment, and job sites to verify safety and to ensure that project specifications are met
- Scheduling and overseeing subcontractors
- Adhering to schedule and financial objectives as specified by project managers
- Assisting or leading the preparation of proposals, planning documents, and reports
- Authoring and reviewing technical documents such as work plans and reports
- Performing other duties as assigned by management
Skills
- Bachelor's Degree in Physical/Environmental Sciences or a similarly related field
- US Citizen
- Ability to pass background checks by various Federal Agencies (e.g., DoD, DHS, FAA, etc.) to obtain security access badges
- Valid Driver's License with a clean driving record, able to drive a company vehicle
- Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and SharePoint Online
- Adept at explaining technical aspects of fieldwork to internal and external clients verbally and in writing
- Zero (0) to Three (3) years of relevant professional working experience for Level I
- Three (3) to Five (5) years of relevant professional working experience for Level II
- Five (5) to Seven (7) years of relevant professional working experience for Level III
- Eight (8) or more years of relevant professional working experience for Senior Level
- Qualified Environmental Professional or equivalent professional registration for Senior Level
- Proficiency in other programs such as Microsoft Project, AutoCAD, GIS, databases, and environmental modeling programs
- DEC-qualified environmental professional
- Current 40-Hour HAZWOPER
- 8-Hour HAZWOPER Refresher
- CPR/1st Aid/AED Certified
- Experience working on projects for USACE, AFCEC, and other DoD/Federal clients
- Knowledge and experience with Alaska Native cultures
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Life insurance
- A 401(k) plan with a 3% match
- Paid time off (PTO)
- Company-paid holidays
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