Environmental Scientist 1
Apex Companies LLC
Seattle, WA
JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$45,000–$55,000 Per Year
JOB TYPE
Full-time, Employee
SKILLS
Acquisition Strategy, Analysis Skills, Biology, Communication Skills, Consulting, Customer Retention/Renewal, Dental Insurance, Diversity, Driver's License, Emergency Planning, Emergency Response, Entrepreneurship, Environmental Engineering, Environmental Impact, Environmental Management, Environmental Sciences, Federal Laws and Regulations, Geological Engineering, Hazardous Materials/Substances, Loading Dock, Logistics, Maintain Compliance, Manufacturing, Materials Management, Microsoft Office, Operational Audit, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Recruiting/Staffing Agency, Recycling, Regulations, Regulatory Compliance, Sales, Site Evaluation, State Laws and Regulations, Vision Plan, Warehousing, Waste Management, Willing to Travel, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Seattle, WA
POSTED
21 days ago
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, andwe want you to grow with us.
Apex is seeking entry-levelEnvironmentalField Scientiststhat willberesponsible forconducting comprehensive on-site environmental assessments atvarious operational sitesto ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations, as well as internal corporate environmental protocols. This role,utilizingan established checklist, willevaluate facility operations;identifyrisks; ensureenvironmental programs are properly implemented; and providecorrect actions as needed tosupportenvironmental regulatory programs.
This posting is forSeattle, WAbut we are hiring nationwide across these locations:Boston, Newark, 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 50-75% travel to operational sites and must be able to drive to client sites within an approximate 300-mile radius of Tampa.
Your Responsibilities as an EnvironmentalField Scientist:
Conduct scheduled andon-callenvironmental inspections atoperational 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
Environmentalperformance data
Prepare detailed inspection reports using standardized online reporting platforms
Proposecorrective actions to address compliance gaps
Perform field work including collectingand processingenvironmental 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, DataAnalytics, or related discipline.
Experience
0-3years of experience conducting environmental inspections, audits, or regulatory compliance assessments.
Experience in distribution,logistics, warehousing, or manufacturing environmentsstronglypreferred.
Skills/Competencies
Knowledge of key environmental regulations (RCRA, EPCRA, Clean Water Act, Clean Air Act, DOT hazardous materials).
Ability to interpretenvironmental records,manifests, and regulatory documentation.
Proficient in Microsoft Office, audit tools, and reporting platforms.
Strong analytical andproblem-solvingabilities.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Comfortable working independently in field settings.
This position is based in Tampa and requires frequent travel within a 300mile radius. Candidates must be able to reliably travel throughout this region.
Valid driver's license with clean driving record.
This position requires successful completion of medical screening and pre-employment drug testing.
Sponsorship is not available now or in the future.
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.
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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