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Tetra Tech

Mid-Level Environmental Scientist/Geologist

Tetra Tech, Cincinnati, OH, United States


Discover your full potential. At Tetra Tech, we are collaborating with industry-leading experts for a sustainable future for our world. We combine consulting and engineering with advanced analytics and technology to solve the world's most complex challenges. Our innovation hubs across the globe will enable you to share ideas and best practices while growing your professional network. Wherever you are in your career journey, you will benefit from working with world-class engineers, scientists, and technical specialists.

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Your Role:

Tetra Tech, a leading environmental and management consulting firm, is seeking a mid-level geologist or environmental scientist to join our team in Cincinnati, Ohio to support various environmental projects throughout the mid-west, predominately within Ohio. This position will support a variety of contracts, including federal, state, and commercial clients. The ideal candidate will have excellent technical writing and verbal communication skills, with experience managing task orders or projects and the ability to work successfully both independently and in team settings.

This position will support implementation of environmental investigations with the following general responsibilities:

  • Support and manage environmental projects including Phase I and Phase II assessments; hydrogeological investigations; UST closure and corrective action investigations; and remedial actions.
  • Communicate and interact with project clients, vendors, and subcontractors.
  • Complete field data collection activities, including soil, groundwater, and soil gas sampling.
  • Oversight and management of subcontractors during completion of geophysical surveys; drilling and installation of soil borings, monitoring wells, and soil gas probes; and excavation and other remedial activities.
  • Support proposal and cost estimate development.
  • Interpret analytical data using spreadsheets and databases.
  • Prepare technical report deliverables, including data evaluation, interpretation, and presentation.
  • Mentor and train junior level staff.
Qualifications:

Must have 3 to 6+ years of environmental consulting or related experience. Knowledge of federal, state, and local regulations and previous experience with completion and/or management of site investigations and remedial actions are required. Understanding of due diligence and brownfield redevelopment processes are a must. Experience and knowledge of U.S. EPA, Ohio EPA VAP, and/or Ohio BUSTR are preferred, but not required.

Must possess strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills (both written and verbal). Must also be highly motivated, customer focused, and work well in a team environment.

Must be able to drive and pass a motor vehicle records check. Proficiency with Microsoft Office software (i.e., Word, Excel, Teams) also required.

Education and Certifications:
  • Bachelors or Masters Degree in Geology, Environmental Science, or a related field is required.
  • OSHA 40-Hour HAZWOPER and 8-Hour refresher certifications.
  • Asbestos and/or lead certifications preferred, but not required.
  • Professional licenses or certifications such as Professional Geologist, Professional Engineer and/or Ohio VAP Certified Professional are preferred, but not required.


Physical Demands:

Must be able to walk around project sites in all types of terrain and be physically able to carry up to 35 pounds of equipment. Must be able to complete annual medical monitoring program.

Work Environment:

Role responsibilities will require project site visits and field work up to approximately 40%, which could include occasional overnight travel. Site work may be completed outdoors within the U.S. during all seasons, including peak summer and winter conditions.

Tetra Tech offers comprehensive benefit options that allow employees to design a plan based on individual needs and assists in planning for long-term financial security. Available benefits include medical, dental and vision insurance, term life, disability, accidental death & dismemberment coverage, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Health Spending Account (HSA), my flex time (MFT), 401k retirement plan, and an Employee Stock Purchase Plan.

About Tetra Tech:

Tetra Tech combines the resources of a global, multibillion-dollar company with local, client-focused delivery in more than 550 locations around the world. Our reputation rests on the technical expertise and dedication of our employees-27,000 associates working together to provide smart, scalable solutions for challenging projects. We are proud to be home to leading technical experts in water, environment, infrastructure, resource management, energy, and international development.

Explore our open positions at https://www.tetratech.com/careers. Follow us on social media to learn more about our people, culture, and opportunities:

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Tetra Tech is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Diversity, inclusion, and equity are among Tetra Tech's core values. Throughout our history, the company has prioritized equitable inclusion of all people. All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, military or veteran status, gender, age, disabilities, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information and any other characteristics protected by the law. We invite resumes from all interested parties. Please visit our website at www.tetratech.com to see the array of diverse services and exciting projects we are currently working on.

Tetra Tech is a VEVRAA federal contractor and we request priority referral of veterans for available positions.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

Please no phone calls or agencies.