Geologist/Environmental Scientist
Tetra Tech is adding a Geologist/Environmental Scientist to our Geology team based in Orlando, Florida.
Why Tetra Tech:
At Tetra Tech, we are Leading with Science to solve the world’s most complex challenges. Our industry-leading experts in engineering and consulting are committed to driving positive change in communities around the world. For over 50 years, we have been at the forefront of innovation and sustainability. Today we stand as a market leader, offering cutting-edge solutions in water, environment, energy, and international development. Our work has improved more than 625 million lives around the world.
Your Impact:
Join Tetra Tech to make a real difference. Our work leverages cutting-edge technologies, advanced analytics, and the expertise of world-class scientists and engineers to create meaningful change around the world. Discover your full potential – join us to advance your career while leaving a lasting legacy.
Your Role:
Entry-Level, full time, Geologist/Environmental Scientist: performs under supervision, work that is varied in nature, and technically complex, and at times physically challenging. Attention to detail and ingenuity is required. Work will include general geological or hydrogeological assignments, environmental due diligence studies, and site remediation efforts that require field assignments, and preparation of technical documents. Work tasks associated with environmental projects are performed in accordance with RCRA, CERCLA, UST, and other appropriate state and federal regulations.
- Communicate on site conditions with senior staff and make field determinations based on site data.
- Interpret basic geologic information, prepare boring logs, cross sections, and groundwater flow maps.
- Perform project tasks on public and private sector environmental projects.
- Significant involvement as team member on field tasks including multi-media sampling, well installation, landfill-gas sampling, IDW management, etc.
- Assist in preparation of subcontract documents, work plans and reports under direction of senior engineers and scientists.
- Assist in data evaluation and report preparation.
- Ability to travel to job sites in the Southeast, occasionally to regularly for multiple days.
- Conduct activities in line with internal procedures, legislation, and industry standards.
- Pursue continuous professional development and maintain a high degree of discipline knowledge and awareness.
- Work in a safe manner at all times and report all health and safety incidents and concerns.
- Additional duties as required.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree (B.S.) in geology or environmental science.
- Entry level up to five years of related experience.
- Working knowledge of MS office suite of programs.
- Must be able to work effectively with other technical professionals.
Life at Tetra Tech:
The perks of working at Tetra Tech include:
- Merit-based financial rewards.
- Flexibility and company-wide commitment to work/life balance.
- Collaborative team atmosphere that values the contributions of all employees.
- Learning and development opportunities for ongoing professional growth.
About Tetra Tech:
Tetra Tech is the leader in water, environment, and sustainable infrastructure, providing high-end consulting and engineering services for projects worldwide. With 30,000 employees working together, Tetra Tech provides clear solutions to complex problems by Leading with Science® to address the entire water cycle, protect and restore the environment, design sustainable and resilient infrastructure, and support the clean energy transition.
Tetra Tech is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law. Tetra Tech is a VEVRAA federal contractor and we request priority referral of veterans.
We invite applications from all interested parties.
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