Air/Field Scientist - Serco North America

If you love science and working outdoors protecting the environment Serco has a great opportunity for you!  This Air/Field Scientist will travel extensively and collaborate with others in a laboratory setting, performing quality assurance technical assessments of State, Local, and Tribal air monitoring stations.  Bring your drive to excel and collaborative skills to make an impact protecting the environment and supporting the mission of the US EPA. You are invited to join a 5-10-member team of seasoned professionals, several of whom have more than 30 years’ experience supporting the EPA.

This position is contingent upon your ability to obtain/maintain/transfer your Public Trust certification.

Serco supports the US EPA as a prime for their ESAT contract which supports the OAQPS ambient air program through the EPA Region 6 Houston Laboratory.  Our team implements a performance evaluation program for ambient air instrumentation used to monitor air quality for particulate, including PM2.5 and TSP-Pb, and criteria gas pollutants, including ozone, carbon monoxide, sulfur dioxide, and nitrogen oxides. The Serco team works closely with the customer providing quality support. The position provides a great way to jump start your career in environmental science.

As an Air/Field Scientist, you will: 

• Transport a 20-ft. trailer through the five-state region (Texas, New Mexico, Oklahoma, Arkansas, and Louisiana) to remote ambient air monitoring stations
• Perform site visits to set up instrumentation for the collection of samples and analytical data
• Complete reports documenting audits performed and program status
• Maintain recordkeeping, including electronic and hardcopy logs
• Perform internal quality assurance, including sampler collocations and line loss tests
• Maintain and repair instrumentation, order parts, and coordinate with vendors
• Coordinate site visits with State, Local, and Tribal site operators
• Collaborate with ESAT work team members, EPA sponsor, and a national network of colleagues to facilitate continuous improvement of the quality program

To be successful in this role, you will have:    

• A Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry
• Ability to travel and drive long distances
• Ability to work independently in remote locations
• Ability to pull 20-ft. trailer (including backing of trailer)
• Ability to routinely lift bulky items of up to 50-lb
• Ability to climb ladders and work on elevated platforms
• Ability to perform precise measurements and operate analytical instrumentation
• Good mathematics skills
• Good communication skills (oral and written)
• Good analytical and troubleshooting skills
• Great interpersonal skills
• A resourceful, can-do attitude and ability to ‘think on your feet’
• This position is contingent upon Public Trust certification

Additional desired experience and skills:

• Love of the outdoors and the environment.
• Experience and interest in troubleshooting and repairing electronic instrumentation.

If you are interested in supporting the mission of the US EPA alongside our committed Serco team- then submit your application now for immediate consideration.  It only takes a few minutes and could change your career.

Serco Inc. (Serco) is the Americas division of Serco Group, plc. In North America, Serco’s 9,000+ employees strive to make an impact every day across 100+ sites in the areas of Defense, Citizen Services, and Transportation. We help our clients deliver vital services more efficiently while increasing the satisfaction of their end customers. Serco serves every branch of the U.S. military, numerous U.S. Federal civilian agencies, the Intelligence Community, the Canadian government, state, provincial and local governments, and commercial clients. While your place may look a little different depending on your role, we know you will find yours here. Wherever you work and whatever you do, we invite you to discover your place in our world. Serco is a place you can count on and where you can make an impact because every contribution matters.

To review Serco benefits please visit: https://www.serco.com/na/careers/benefits-of-choosing-serco. If you require an accommodation with the application process please email: careers@serco-na.com or call the HR Service Desk at 800-628-6458, option 1. Please note, due to EEOC/OFCCP compliance, Serco is unable to accept resumes by email.

Candidates may be asked to present proof of identify during the selection process. If requested, this will require presentation of a government-issued I.D. (with photo) with name and address that match the information entered on the application. Serco will not take possession of or retain/store the information provided as proof of identity. For more information on how Serco uses your information, please see our Applicant Privacy Policy and Notice.

Serco does not accept unsolicited resumes through or from search firms or staffing agencies without being a contracted approved vendor. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Serco and will not be obligated to pay a placement or contract fee. If you are interested in becoming an approved vendor at Serco, please email Agencies@serco-na.com.

Serco is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.