Associate Environmental Scientist

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Job Description:

Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Associate Scientist to join our team! In this role, you will focus on execution of field operations with a emphasis on safety, efficiency and compliance with procedures. The successful candidate must be able to work independently as well as in a team, primarily at various locations including refineries, chemical plants, historical sites, and oil and gas retail stations throughout New Jersey and the New York Boroughs. In all circumstances they must be able to take prime responsibility for the execution of the work. The responsibilities for this position will include but are not limited to the following:

• Knowledge of the soil classification systems to provide sampling assistance during drilling, test pitting and excavation activities

• Knowledge of the different methodologies for collecting groundwater samples utilizing a wide variety of equipment

• Supervision of drillers and other subcontractors.

• Operation of various types of equipment (e.g. GPS, data loggers, survey level, combustible gas meters, etc.).

• Completion of field documentation such as safety documentation forms, project field reports, field notes, monitoring and chain-of-custody forms.

• Work with Task Managers and Project Managers, using interpersonal and organizational skills, to ensure projects are completed on time and budget.

• Perform other responsibilities associated with this position, as may be appropriate.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor's Degree in a science curriculum related to the assigned discipline

• 0 years of related work experience

• A minimum of 1 years’ experience conducting environmental field efforts is preferred

• Familiarity with NJDEP Technical Requirements for Site Remediation and NJ Field Sampling Manual as well as NYDEC DER-10 technical guidance.

• A valid driver’s license and the ability and willingness to travel to and from field locations in New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, and Delaware is required and ability to provide a home-based parking location for a Parsons supplied field vehicle during off hours.

• Should be able-bodied as the work requires some physical exertion such as extended periods of standing; walking over rough, uneven, or rocky surfaces; lifting; recurring bending or similar activities.

• Work in adverse weather conditions (i.e. hot, cold, rain and snow).

• Excellent written and oral communications skills.

• Maturity in interaction and ability to operate self-sufficiently in the field or as part of a team.

Security Clearance Requirement:

None

This position is part of our Critical Infrastructure team.

For more than 80 years, our experts have designed and delivered the critical infrastructure that connects and protects communities around the world. We work in collaborative teams, both within the company and with our partners and customers, to plan, design, build, and modernize infrastructure. We take special pride in projects and solutions that improve communities as well as people’s quality of life by promoting economic growth, enhancing mobility, and increasing sustainability and resiliency. Powered by our people, we provide the imagination necessary to support our customers’ visions—and to help them see what's next!

Salary Range: $21.88 - $38.27

We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!

Parsons is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status.

We truly invest and care about our employee’s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest—APPLY TODAY!