Environmental Scientist

Overview

Are you highly motivated, hard-working, and seeking to join a growth-focused consulting & engineering firm? Apex is a fast-growing engineering and environmental consulting firm that invests in your development and growth.

Apex was 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, and we want you to grow with us.

Apex is seeking entry-level Environmental Field Scientists who will be responsible for conducting comprehensive on-site environmental assessments at various operations sites to ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations, as well as internal corporate environmental protocols. This role will evaluate facility operations using an established checklist, identify risks, ensure environmental programs are properly implemented, and provide corrective actions as needed to support environmental regulatory programs.

This posting is for Minneapolis, MN, but 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:
The role requires 80% travel to operational sites and must be able to drive to client sites within an approximate 300-mile radius of Minneapolis.

• Conduct scheduled and on-call environmental inspections at operational 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 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
  • Environmental performance data
• Prepare detailed inspection reports using standardized online reporting platforms
• Propose corrective actions to address compliance gaps
• Perform field work including collecting and processing environmental samples (stormwater, wastewater, air, etc.)

Education

BA/BS degree in Environmental Sciences, Environmental Management, Biology, Geology, Engineering, Data Analytics, or related discipline.

Experience

• 0-3 years of experience conducting environmental inspections, audits, or regulatory compliance assessments.
• Experience in distribution, logistics, warehousing, or manufacturing environments strongly preferred.

Skills/Competencies

• Knowledge of key environmental regulations (RCRA, EPCRA, Clean Water Act, Clean Air Act, DOT hazardous materials).
• Ability to interpret environmental records, manifests, and regulatory documentation.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, audit tools, and reporting platforms.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Comfortable working independently in field settings.
• This position is based in Minneapolis and requires frequent travel within a 300-mile radius. Candidates must be able to reliably travel within this region.
• Valid driver’s license with clean driving record.
• Successful completion of medical screening and pre-employment drug testing.
• Sponsorship is not available now or in the future.

• 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.

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Annual Expected Pay Range

$45,000 - $55,000 USD

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