Environmental Scientist
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Job Location:
Virginia Beach, VA - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
Yesterday
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Company:Wetland Studies and Solutions Inc.
Locations:Virginia Beach VA
Additional Locations:NA
Work Site:On Site
Req ID:218852
Position Overview
Wetland Studies and Solutions Inc. a Davey company is seeking an environmental scientistwith one (1) year to three (3) years of experience to join our growing team in our VirginiaBeach Virginia office.
Job Duties
Responsibilities will include but not limited to:
- Phase I and Phase II Environmental Site Assessments
- Wetland Delineation and Stream Assessments
- Chesapeake Bay Preservation Studies and Approvals
- Preparation of reports mapping and supporting documentation
- Participating in industry organizations
- Inter-department coordination and communication within WSSI
- Other tasks and assistance to other departments at WSSI as needed
- It is estimated that this position will consist of approximately 50% office work and 50% field work. Some projects may require overnight travel in the region.
Qualifications
Required
- Bachelors degree (or greater) in environmental science forestry geology or related field.
- Field experience and ability to work both independently and on a team is a must.
- Working knowledge of environmental regulations pertaining to 401/404 Clean Water Act Virginia Water Protection (VWP) permit program Virginia Tidal Wetlands Act National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) Chesapeake Bay Preservation Act local environmental ordinances.
- Working knowledge of ASTM Phase I and II Environmental Site Assessment Standards.
- Working knowledge of RCRA and CERCLA regulations and Virginia regulations.
- Experience with digital mapping programs (GIS CAD or similar software) and use ofGlobal Positioning Systems (GPS) units.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite (Word Excel PowerPoint Teams).
Additional Requirements
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills; candidate should demonstrate the ability to prepare documents that are technically and grammatically correct and fullyreferenced and must be able to communicate clearly with staff and clients.
- Ability to lift heavy equipment and objects up to fifty (50) pounds and perform fieldwork in adverse weather conditions.
Additional Information
What We Offer:*
- Paid time off and paid holidays.
- Opportunities for advancement.
- All job specific equipment and safety gear provided.
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with a company match.
- Employee-owned company and discounted stock purchase options.
- Group Health Plan.
- Employee Referral Bonus Program: Send-A-Friend.
- Locations throughout the United States in major cities and desirable areas.
- Career Development Program supported by industry expert safety specialists and skilled trainers.
- The Davey Tree Family Scholarship for children of employees.
- Charitable matching gift program.
*All listed benefits available to eligible employees.
Company Overview
DAVEY RESOURCE GROUP a division of The Davey Tree Expert Company is a leader in the natural resource environmental and forestry consulting industries throughout the United States.
Divisional Overview
The Davey Tree Expert Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected class including race color religion sex pregnancy sexual orientation gender identity or expression national or ethnic origin marital or familial status disability status as a protected veteran status as an Aboriginal or Indigenous person or other classification protected by law.
Wetland Studies and Solutions Inc. a Davey company provides a full range of natural and cultural resource consulting services and is based in Gainesville Virginia. TheDavey Tree Expert Company provides research-driven tree services grounds maintenance and environmental consulting for residential utility commercial and environmental partners in the U.S. and Canada. We care about our clients each other and the world around us. We offer the resources size and stability of a big company while maintaining the culture entrepreneurial spirit and feel of a small one. We invest in our employees by offering industry-leading training technology and benefits that lead to a rewarding and safe work experience at all levels. Wherever you want to grow your career theres a place for you at Davey. To learn more visit .
Accommodations:If requested by employee or otherwise as required by law reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform essential job functions.
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Employment Type:Permanent
Job Type:Full Time
Travel Expectations: Up to 25%
Required Experience:
IC
Key Skills
- ArcGIS
- GIS
- Microsoft Access
- Data Collection
- Environmental Services
- Technical Writing
- Stream and River Restoration
- OSHA
- Customer relationship management
- Auto Restoration
- Toxicology Experience
- Writing Skills
About Company
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