Job Overview:
APTIM is seeking an entry level Environmental Scientist/Geologist located in the Corpus Christi, Texas area to conduct environmental site investigations and remedial actions. This position requires the ability to conduct field work, desktop analysis and reporting, occasional overnight travel, and application of knowledge and skills to a wide range of standard and nonstandard situations.
Experience may include, but is not limited to: installation of environmental soil borings and monitoring wells, collection and documentation of soil and groundwater samples for laboratory analysis, Phase I and Phase II Environmental Site Assessments, environmental permitting, installation of environmental remediation systems, implementation of both in-situ and ex-situ remedial actions, underground storage tank installation and removal, underground storage tank system inspections, and working knowledge of Federal, State, and local environmental regulations.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provides technical support to clients in a variety of work scopes including, but not limited to: environmental site characterization, monitoring, permitting, regulatory reporting, Phase I and Phase II due diligence, and residential and commercial construction.
- Collects and interprets soil, groundwater, and air samples.
- Executes field work, maintains project schedule and budgetary goals, and supervises contractors.
- Conducts work independently or as part of a project team and can adjust to rapidly changing site conditions or client requirements.
- Adheres to established health and safety policies and procedures and executes work in a safe and conscientious manner.
- Conducts Phase I Environmental Site Assessments and Phase II Environmental Site Investigations in accordance with ASTM Standards and client requirements.
- Supports environmental permitting and permit compliance projects.
- Drafts technical documents for regulatory agencies and private clients.
- Understands technical concepts, evaluation results, plans, reports, and ensures conformance to applicable technical standards as well as company policies and procedures.
- Manages own schedule and balances multiple priorities to meet project targets and deadlines.
- Utilizes best practices and knowledge of internal and external business systems to improve products or services as a collaborative member of the APTIM team.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Geology, Biology, Hydrology, or related field required.
- 1-3 years of experience participating in various scopes associated with environmental site assessment and technical report preparation preferred.
- Must have a valid Driver's License.
- Strong written and oral communication skills.
- Ability to travel as needed with occasional overnight stays.
- Ability to work outdoors in inclement weather.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
- Geoscientist-in-Training (GIT) certification preferred.
- Current HAZWOPER certification preferred.
- Experience working in Texas geologic environments preferred.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office suite, scientific computer programs, and groundwater modeling preferred.
ABOUT APTIM
APTIM is committed to accelerating the transition toward a clean and efficient energy economy, building a sustainable future for our communities and natural world, and creating a more inclusive and equitable environment that celebrates the diversity of our communities. We specialize in environmental, resilience, and sustainability and energy solutions, as well as technical and data solutions, program management, and critical infrastructure. For every challenge our clients face, there is an opportunity for APTIM to innovate a fit-for-purpose solution that will raise your organization or community to a new standard of excellence.
What you can expect from APTIM:
- Work that is worthy of your time and talent
- Respect and flexibility to live a full life at work and at home
- Dogged determination to deliver for our clients and communities
- A voice in making our company better
- Investment into your personal and professional development
As of the date of this posting, a good faith estimate of the current pay range for this position is $25 to $33 per hour. Compensation depends on several factors including: experience, education, key skills, geographic location of the position, client requirements, external market competitiveness, and internal equity among other employees within APTIM.
Employee Benefits
Aptim Environmental & Infrastructure, LLC is committed to providing an extensive range of benefits that protect and promote the health and financial well-being of our employees and their families through the APTIM Benefits Marketplace https://aptim.makeityoursource.com/.
- Medical, vision, and dental insurance: Through the marketplace, our employees can choose benefits from five metallic levels and 10+ carriers to find the right benefits that work for them in their location.
- Life insurance
- Short-term and long-term disability insurance
- Paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave (eligibility based on company policy and applicable law)
- 401(k) APTIM offers three 401k plans through the Aon Pooled Employer Plan (PEP). The specific plan you are eligible for depends on the business unit you are in. The details of the largest plan are found here:
- APTIM 2025 401(k) Plan Features (makeityoursource.com)
- APTIM - Helpful Documents
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