Field Scientist

Job Description

General Responsibilities:

As Field Scientist you will conduct environmental site investigations, assessments and surveys to sample, measure and may analyze air, water, soil, materials. Identify, evaluates and make recommendations for additional assessments to ensure compliance with federal, state and local regulations. Prepare technical documents including field logs/data, proposals, and reports. Projects may include Phase I/II environmental site assessments, ecological and natural resource field surveys, tank closure assessments, asbestos inspections, asbestos abatement oversight, lead inspections, mold inspections, and storm water management. Additional responsibilities include data collection and documentation duties related to environmental field activities. Tabulate and prepare data for written proposals and reports. Cleans and maintains field monitoring equipment and company vehicles. Adhere to strict safety standards.

Essential Role And Responsibilities

• Perform duties related to asbestos / lead / mold inspections, abatement / remediation air monitoring, and project management.
• Evaluate respective data, prepare reports, and take part in other environmental consulting projects.
• This position will lead to licensure with the Texas Department of State Health Services as an Asbestos Inspector, Air Monitoring Technician, Project Manager.
• This position will lead to licensure as a Mold Assessment Consultant and certification as a Lead Inspector.
• Sample suspect asbestos-containing building materials in accordance with Asbestos Hazard Emergency Response Act (AHERA) guidelines.
• Sample suspect mold in building materials in accordance with Mold Assessors and Remediators Rules (MARAR).
• Sample suspect lead in paint in accordance with Texas Environmental Lead Reduction Rules (TELLR).
• Perform site visits, field observations, field data collection.
• Evaluates laboratory and field data, able to coherently summarize data into draft report format using Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Responsible to meet deadlines and developing written proposals and reports to clients.
• Follow safety rules, guidelines and standards for all projects. Participate in pre-task planning. Report any safety issues or concerns to management.
• Be responsible for maintaining quality standards on all projects.
• Will assist Team members with other projects.
  
  

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science or related science.
• 0-4 years of experience or the equivalent in training and related experience.
• TDSHS licenses and certifications in the field of expertise is a plus.
• TDSHS Lead Inspector certification is a plus.
• TDSHS licensure as a Mold Assessment Consultant is a plus.
• This position requires the employee to work flexible hours and occasional weekends. Occasional overnight travel and out-of-town mobilization of up to 2 weeks may also be required.
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable violation history.
  
  

About Terracon

Terracon is a 100 percent employee-owned multidiscipline consulting firm comprised of more than 6,000 curious minds focused on solving engineering and technical challenges from more than 175 locations nationwide. Since 1965, Terracon has evolved into a successful multi-discipline firm specializing in environmental, facilities, geotechnical, and materials services. Terracon’s growth is due to our talented employee-owners exceeding expectations in client service and growing their careers with new and exciting opportunities in the marketplace.

Terracon’s vision of “Together, we are best at people” is demonstrated through our excellent compensation and benefits package. Based on eligibility, role and job status, we offer many programs including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan, paid time off and holidays, education reimbursement, and various bonus programs.

EEO Statement

Terracon is an EEO employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment, or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, or military status.