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This position is with Seneca Companies, an OWL Services Affiliated Company.
OWL Services is the premier sales, installation, program management and service provider to retail, commercial, fleet, aviation and marine, and emergency power generation companies across the U.S.
With 33 offices and distribution centers and more than 1,400 field service professionals, OWL delivers on a service platform that includes construction, compliance and testing, maintenance and repair, modernization and re-imaging, and EV charging solutions to keep businesses and people moving 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year.
OWL Services’ companies have received numerous awards over the years for exemplary customer service. Most recently it was the recipient of EVgo’s Deployment Excellence Award in its first-ever class of awardees in the National EV Charging Recognition Program.
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Job Title: Environmental Scientist / Geologist
Job Description: Collects, interprets, and analyzes geologic data and field records to assess potential contamination risks from hazardous materials on client sites. Assists in the development of technical reports that summarize environmental assessment activities, findings, and recommended remediation strategies. Supports the preparation of project proposals and collaborates with project management to coordinate fieldwork and ensure accurate and timely billing.
What You’ll Do:
- 35%: Provides reports, expert consultation, advice and recommendations. Consults with upper managers, clients and state agencies regarding collection of field samples and provide technical reports based on findings.
- 15%: Works directly with environmental project managers to coordinate activities of employees and subcontractors to ensure resources are used responsibly, safely and that project timelines are met within customer specifications.
- 15%: Collects soil, water and other field samples and performs site checks. Gathers collected data obtained from site specific sampling for the preparation of site-specific reports. Records daily fieldwork and other activities for billing and administrative purposes.
- 15%: Perform pre-project work such as obtaining permits & licenses, job setup, and preparing field files and office files for project startup.in preparing and modifying invoices, bills, receipts, etc. for customer distribution.
- 10%: Write quotes, bids or other proposals to customers or sub-contractors. May occasionally work with potential customers or existing customers to bring knowledge of Seneca Companies capabilities to the market.
- 5%: Maintain Files and Records: Including electronic and paper records of customer, sales, assets, resource, or personnel data. May work or provide assistance with funds (and the paperwork required) going in and/or out. May enter information into business systems that aid in billing. May assist in preparing and modifying invoices, bills, receipts, etc. for customer distribution.
- 5%: Other duties as assigned.
- Working Hazards: Works in a seated position for extended periods of time. Periodically works in an environment with potential exposure to fumes, dirt, noise, equipment movement dangers, vibrations, dangerous chemical/solvents, electrical shock, and inclement temperature extremes.
- Physical/Mental Exertion: Ability to perform heavy physical labor exerting up to 100 pounds of force on an occasional basis and up to 50 pounds of force on a frequent basis performing such tasks as climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, and grasping.
What We’re Looking For:
- Education: Requires a bachelor's degree in environmental science, hydrology, ecology, geology or related fields.
- Experience: 0-4 years of experience in the environmental or petroleum field.
- Licenses/Certifications: HAZWOPER 40 hour certification required upon hire. Requires valid driver's license.
- Technical Abilities: Demonstrates foundational knowledge of geological principles and a general understanding of environmental remediation practices, including the assessment of underground contamination risks. Shows proficiency with computers, including the ability to learn field‑data software, operate digital reporting tools, and utilize CAD‑based mapping programs to document site layouts and sampling locations. Possesses basic mathematical aptitude and accurate record-keeping abilities. Follows detailed work instructions and adheres to specified procedures and standards. Operates a variety of testing equipment and performs manual field sampling, installation, and related environmental fieldwork as directed.
- Autonomy/Direction: Relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job. Works under intermittent supervision. Primary job functions periodically require exercising independent judgment and training/directing other employees.
Why Choose Seneca Companies?
- Competitive Pay
- Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance with optional offerings of HSA and FSA
- Paid Time Off including Vacation Time, Sick Days, Personal Days, and Holidays
- Employer-Paid Short-Term Disability
- 401k with Company Match
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Company Paid Life Insurance
- Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and Wellness Program
This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the person assigned to this position. Principal duties and responsibilities are intended to describe those functions that are essential to the performance of this job, and “other” duties and responsibilities include those that are considered incidental or secondary to the overall purpose of this job.
This job description does not state or imply that the above are the only duties and responsibilities assigned to this position. Employees holding this position will be required to perform any other job-related duties as requested by management. All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with a disability.
Requisition #3820
