Position Overview
Wetland Studies and Solutions, Inc., a Davey company, is seeking a full-time entry to junior-level Environmental Scientist to join our team in the Northern Virginia Office.
We are looking for a motivated team player that will provide field and task support to the Environmental Site Assessment and Remediation Team.
Essential Job Functions
Responsibilities will include performing field activities (e.g., site visits, sampling, inspections), task management, analysis and interpretation of analytical results and field-collected data, working on assignments with project managers and fellow team members, and coordinating with various subject matter experts.
The ability to handle multiple project assignments with deadlines utilizing oral and written communications skills are a must.
Primary activities will include preparation of Phase I and Phase II Environmental Site Assessments; conduct soil, groundwater, air, and surface water sampling; logging soil borings, oversight of groundwater monitoring well installations, and collection of representative subsurface media samples; oversight of site redevelopment and remediation activities; and analysis and interpretation of analytical results and the preparation of summary reports, under the supervision of a Senior Environmental Professional.
Project meetings, fieldwork, site visits, and professional development assignments will routinely require overnight stays throughout the region.
It is estimated that this position will consist of approximately 40% office work and 60% fieldwork.
Qualifications
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Education and Experience Requirements:
Additional Information
What We Offer:*
*All listed benefits available to eligible employees.