Environmental Geologist 03312 NWP - North Wind Group

Location: Available in various locations
Title: Environmental Geologist
Schedule (FT/PT): Regular Full Time
Travel Required: Yes (50-75%)
Clearance: Ability to Obtain

Portage, Inc., is a technically diverse company providing consulting and project execution services to clients on their environmental, engineering, and infrastructure projects. Since its establishment in Idaho Falls in 1992, Portage has completed over $1.2 billion of projects focused primarily on investigations, remedial/response actions, and removal of radiological, hazardous, and toxic waste for federal, state, tribal, and local governments and private industry clients. Portage is ISO9001 certified and has an active NQA-1 compliant Quality Assurance Program. Portage is based in Idaho Falls, Idaho, with satellite offices throughout the country. On January 20, 2017, Portage, Inc., was acquired by North Wind Group.

POSITION PURPOSE:
The Environmental Scientist/Geologist shall provide support for our environmental investigation and remediation projects across the country. Primary responsibilities will be to support environmental projects at the DOE facilities across the country (I.E. Savannah River Site – SC, Los Alamos – NM, Knolls Atomic Power Laboratory – NY), DOD customers, USACE customers, and private sector customers. Must have experience with a variety soil/groundwater sampling techniques, drilling oversight including lithologic logging, and CERCLA and RCRA remedial investigations/remedial actions. Candidate must be able to work independently as the lead geologist in the field at the project site. Candidate must have strong verbal skill to communicate with client and project stakeholders. Travel required 50-80%.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Identify and log soils and conditions encountered in the field to coordinate drilling activities and field decisions.
• Evaluate geological conditions in situ for field decisions in concurrence with associated technical advisors.
• Evaluate historical data and geologic conditions for sample planning and ultimately risk/nature and extent determination.
• Assuring quality of field data and written deliverables and achievement of project schedule to the client's satisfaction and contractual compliance.
• Authoring scientific reports for review and approval by governmental and regulatory agencies.
• Evaluation and interpretation of scientific data; statistical analyses, and technical writing; using relational databases and scientific software to manage and report analytical and other field data.
• Preparing charts, graphs, maps, tables, and statistical analyses. Reviewing and proofing scientific reports. Addressing and resolving comments from technical and regulatory experts.
• Assisting with the development and implementation of project plans to identify and delineate chemicals of concern in soil, sediment, groundwater.
• Supporting and overseeing environmental field activities, evaluating field documentation, identifying discrepancies, and controlling data generation processes.
• Assuring quality of field data and written deliverables and achievement of project schedule to the client's satisfaction and contractual compliance.
• Assisting in developing more junior staff in technical and consulting excellence.

ADDITIONAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Collect data and samples in accordance with approved procedures.
• Collects and documents soil, air, and/or water samples to determine presence and quantity of contaminates.
• Prepares sample for testing, records in situ data, and logs daily activities.
• Utilize Hand Auger and Little Beaver to collect sub-surface soil samples.
• Field duties will include Direct Push Technology, Hollow Stem Auger, and Roto-Sonic drilling rig oversight.
• Office duties include data management and documentation organization.
• Participate in field efforts as needed to support the successful execution of projects.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education and Experience:

• Associates or Bachelor's degree in Geology or Geological Sciences or other closely related field.
• Three (3) to Five (5) years of relevant experience working as a Geologist or Environmental Scientist.
• Practical, hands-on experience conducting environmental field work including soil and groundwater sampling, for site characterization and/or remediation projects.
• Knowledge and experience with various media (e.g., soil, soil vapor, groundwater), contaminants, and standard operating procedures for investigation and corrective action.
• Experience working on projects for Department of Defense, Department of Energy, Environmental Protection Agency, or other federal agencies is preferred.
• Demonstrated, substantial experience writing technical plans and reports for regulatory review.

• Practical, hands-on experience conducting environmental field work for site characterization and remediation projects.
• Knowledge and experience with various media (e.g., soil, soil vapor, groundwater), contaminant types, and standard operating procedures for investigation and corrective action.

Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to analyze project needs and establishing appropriate project priorities.
• Ability to analyze and evaluate technical environmental data to ensure completeness and accuracy.
• Ability to drive a pick-up truck and/or transit van.

Special Requirements:

• Must pass pre-employment background check.
• Must pass pre-employment drug testing.
• Must have a valid driver license.
• Ability to pass U.S. Government employment background check and acquire U.S. Government Personal Identity Verification (PIV) credential card.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience working on projects for Department of Defense, Department of Energy, Environmental Protection Agency, or other federal agencies.
• Working knowledge of the CERCLA and/or RCRA regulatory processes for facility investigation and corrective action.
• 40 Hour HAZWOPER
• OSHA 30 Hour

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, squat, climb and talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. The employee is often required to use hands or fingers to handle or feel and reach with hands and arms.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT:
The work is conducted both indoors and outdoors. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is normally mild to moderate. The employee will be exposed to moving mechanical equipment, machinery, and vehicles. The employee must be able to stand for long periods and walk across uneven terrain.

North Wind offers a competitive pay and benefits package to include health, life, and disability insurance benefits, 401(k) with company match, generous paid leave and tuition reimbursement for eligible employees. As a company, we are committed to employee wellness, professional development, and work-life balance. We value safety, reliability, and commitment to our people! For more information about our benefits or hiring philosophy, visit the North Wind Career Opportunities Page.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The nature of those accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis.  If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, or are limited in the ability or unable to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, you may contact our Helpline +1.208.528.8718 or use the Request for Reasonable Accommodation form to get assistance.

North Wind is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, religion, or other legally protected status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Proof of citizenship will be required as a condition of employment.

Candidates may be required to obtain and hold a Secret or Higher US Government Clearance.