Environmental Scientist

Job Overview

APTIM is seeking a junior level environmental Scientist on a full‑time basis in the Canton, MA area to participate in a variety of environmental support tasks such as investigation/remediation, stormwater, wastewater, hazardous waste, hazardous materials, above and/or below ground storage tanks, remediation system O&M, audits and inspections, spill prevention, air quality, environmental due diligence, water conservation/sustainability, and energy solutions/sustainability. The position will require travel to client facilities approximately 50% or more of the time to conduct environmental compliance reviews, gather related data, or perform site work;

this travel will primarily be regional in nature. The position requires both independent work and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to ensure regulatory compliance and to deliver practical, science‑based solutions for clients.

• Executing various work scopes, while meeting project schedules and budgets.
• Work independently and as part of a project team and be able to adjust to changing conditions.
• Interface with client personnel at a corporate and facility level.
• Time management to ensure a quality product is prepared to meet project deadlines.
• Apply knowledge and skills to a wide range of standard and nonstandard situations.
• Implementing written work scopes to performing environmental sampling of soil, groundwater, air, and sediment.
• Calibrating and using technical instruments including some troubleshooting.
• Interpretation/evaluation of scientific data.
• Oversee subcontractors performing environmental drilling, operation of construction equipment, mechanical system installation, and other investigation/remediation related tasks.
• Conduct routine operations of remedial systems, clearly document system parameters and potential changes.
• Adheres to established health and safety policies and procedures and executes work in a safe and conscientious manner.
• Flexible and willing to support other projects as needed.
• Drafts technical documents for regulatory agencies and private clients.
• Implement and monitor environmental compliance programs working closely with other compliance specialists to support compliance programs.

• Bachelor's degree in Geology, Environmental Science, or related scientific field required.
• 40‑Hour OSHA HAZWOPER Training.
• One to three years' experience required in the environmental field including direct experience with at least one of the following regulatory programs: investigation/remediation, stormwater, wastewater, hazardous materials, hazardous waste, air quality, above ground and below ground storage tanks, environmental due diligence, water conservation/sustainability, energy solutions/sustainability, and/or other associated programs (e.g., RCRA, CERCLA, DOT, etc.). Familiarity with Federal and State environmental regulations related to the above referenced programs.
• Experience overseeing environmental drilling activities required.
• Experience collecting groundwater, soil, air, and sediment samples.
• Experience with operation and maintenance of remedial systems preferred.
• Some overtime and weekend work will be required to meet project deadlines.
• Ability to travel as needed with occasional overnight stays.
• Must possess and maintain valid driver's license.
• Must be able to operate a vehicle, including a company pickup truck, and safely driving in a variety of settings and weather conditions.
• Must be able to work in the field in all types of field conditions/weather.
• Lifting and physical work will be required - must be able to lift 50 pounds, capable of climbing stairs, walking short distances, in overall good physical condition as this position requires at least a modest level of physical activity.
• Must be able to work independently as well as in a team environment.
• Ability to work on hazardous waste sites and meet the 40‑hour OSHA physical requirements (includes wearing PPE and a full‑face respirator).
• Software skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office software (e.g., Word, Excel), and web‑based applications.
• Ability to interpret complex data and identify trends or anomalies.
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