Scientist (Environmental / Contamination)

RES • Fort Lauderdale, Florida • 1m ago

Overview

RES is looking for a Scientist with up to two (2) years of relevant work experience based out of our Fort Lauderdale, FL office.

The mission: Our Florida operation is growing exponentially and is in sharp need of an entry-level Scientist to do the groundwork. You will have the opportunity to expand your knowledge of natural resource evaluations and environmental permitting, whil e learning from the experienced team of senior biologists, scientists, and ecologists!

The final product of your work is a result of tight collaboration between several team members and different teams, who all might speak different technical languages and be located in different geographies. We therefore are looking for a skillful Communicator, who will be able to navigate through this complexity. While you will be properly trained, the team is expecting you to be a Self-Starter who enjoys solving problems and independently working on solutions for clients.

What your day-to-day might look like?

Assisting in several projects for both private clients and municipal clients, at least 70% of the time you will be working in the field. Tasks you will be accomplishing include:

Groundwater and soil sampling using Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP) Chapter 62-160 F.A.C sampling protocols.
Construction compliance: Health and Safety Plan compliance, soil management, dust monitoring and air quality sampling.
Landfill Monitoring
Engineering Control inspections

Note that we perform these tasks in Florida’s hot, humid environment for extend periods of time, in natural and disturbed land settings with potential exposure to biting and stinging insects, venomous snakes and spiders, wild animals and other hazards. Work can also been in urbanized settings, high traffic areas, landfills, scrap metal yards, and parks. Being a person who is well versed in multiple environments is essential for this job

30% of the time you will be in the office, assisting in the preparation of reports and permitting documents for submittal to clients and state, federal and local regulatory agencies. Technical Writing skills are paramount, so be ready to showcase them during the interview.

We would love to talk to you if you have many of the following:

B.S. in an environmental science-related field (such as but not limited to ecology, soils, hydrology, environmental engineering, environmental science, etc.)
Experience conducting and soil sampling using FDEP Standard Operation Procedures
Experience Phase I and Phase II Environmental Site Assessments using ASTM standards
Knowledge of FDEP or Miami Dade County Environmental (DERM) assessment regulations
Contaminated Site Assessment Report Writing
Experience in using Survey123, Field Maps, GPS and ArcGIS Pro for collecting data, and knowledge of field sampling procedures, equipment, and safety protocols.

Qualifications

What will make you stand out?

HAZWOPER 40 certification or OSHA 10 or 30 for construction or Part 46 New Miner Training Certificate-MSHA
FDEP SOP Sampling Certification
Certification including professional geologist, professional engineer or the ability or obtain them in one to two years.
FAA 107 drone pilot license
Spotter Training for Solid Waste Facilities
FDEP Stormwater Erosion and Sedimentation Control Inspector
Boating Experience

Who is RES: We are the nation’s largest and most experienced provider of ecological restoration and water resource solutions. To date, we have restored over 294 stream miles and 58,000 wetland acres, in addition to conserving and preserving 9,100 acres of endangered species habitats. RES operations include planting over 14,000,000 restorative trees and reducing over 250 tons of polluting nutrients. RES ecological solutions enable a balance of economic development and ecological sustainability.

Our culture:Working for RES means having a career that truly makes an impact and a job that helps make nature and communities better. Our people share a deep interest and passion for sustainability and ecological restoration. As an ever-growing company, we cultivate entrepreneurship, flexibility, and collaboration while taking a bold approach to project development. We foster a team environment while enriching individual growth.

VEVRAA Federal Contractor

RES is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.