Antea USA, Inc. (Antea®Group) is seeking a motivated, detail-oriented, entry-level Environmental Geologist, Scientist or Engineer in our Atlanta GA office location.
Qualified individuals must have strong organizational and communication skills (both verbal and written), and a desire to work in a fast-paced environment with a strong technical support team.
This safety-sensitive position reports to a project manager and will support project teams on a large-scale remediation project in Atlanta. The preferred candidate will live with 20 miles of the project site which is located in Doraville, GA. This position would support other projects on an as needed basis, but with a primary focus the Ashland Atlanta Project. This assignment would include system operation and maintenance of a large-scale groundwater containment system, technical and safety oversight of subcontractors, vendor management, operation and maintenance of dedicated groundwater recovery pumps, groundwater gauging and Low-Flow sampling, well vault maintenance, waste management, and sample collection. Additional tasks could include conducting soil and groundwater investigations and sampling; preparing work and health and safety plans; data entry, data management and analyses; and the preparation of reports in a variety of formats. Other project work would include groundwater gauging and sampling of regional sites as needed. Strong report writing skills are also a must. This assignment is anticipated to last 2 years with additional growth opportunities expected.
This is a full-time position with less than 15% of regional travel anticipated. However, this may require working alone in remote locations and/or outside of Atlanta supporting other company offices. Travel may include staying over at other site locations.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education and Training
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BS in Environmental Sciences / Soil Science / Geology / Environmental Engineering or related science major
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Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel
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Entry Level 0 – 2 years of applicable environmental experience
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This position will require a 40-hour HAZWOPER OSHA certification. While current certification is desirable, it is not required to apply. HAZWOPER training will be provided upon employment if the successful candidate(s) is/are not already certified
Experience & Fundamental Skill Set
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Strong organizational and communication skills with an innate attention to detail
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Experience with remediation systems including pump and treat, groundwater extraction, and vapor extraction.
- Strong time management and decision-making skills
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Able to work independently at remote locations to troubleshoot issues with sampling equipment and produce results
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Ability to multi-task
- Interest and motivation to diversify skill set with additional training
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Familiarity with state and federal environmental regulatory framework
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Authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship, now or in the future.
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Potential employees must pass a company-paid physical exam, drug-screen and have a valid driver's license and possess a safe driving record.
Antea®Group focuses strongly upon safety in all aspects of our operations, in the field, the office, and while traveling. The successful candidate must likewise consider safety as paramount and demonstrate an awareness of safe operations and be willing to accommodate long or non-standard work hours.
Physical Requirements / Work Environment - Maintain physical condition appropriate to the performance of assigned duties and responsibilities, which may include the following:
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Sedentary to light work (typical office or administrative work)
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Frequently required to stand, sit and walk for extended periods of time
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Occasional lifting and carrying of low (under 25lbs) to moderate (25-49lbs) weight objects
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Repetitive motions: substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers (including reaching)
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Subject to inside environmental conditions (protection from weather conditions but not necessarily from temperature change)
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Operation of a motor vehicle
Additionally, if you are assigned work in the field at client project sites you will need to complete a medical surveillance/fitness-for-duty examination and maintain physical condition appropriate to the performance of assigned duties and responsibilities which may include the following:
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Medium to heavy work
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Subject to outside environmental conditions: heat/cold, wind, wet and/or humid, etc.
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Occasional stooping (bending body downward and forward), kneeling (bending legs at knee), crouching (bending body downward and forward) and climbing
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Frequent lifting (including push/pull, hold/carry) of light, moderate and possibly heavy weight objects
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Subject to hazards, including a variety of physical conditions, including but not limited to: proximity to moving vehicles, parts or equipment; exposure to chemicals; pressure (including noise); electrical hazards; biological hazards; excavation/trenching; confined spaces; elevated work; materials handling
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May be required to wear an air purifying respirator
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
The hourly range for this position is $25.25 - $27.75. Compensation will vary depending on the applicant’s job-related knowledge and skills, education, and work experience.
Antea Group offers its full-time and part-time employee’s excellent benefits, including health, dental, and vision plans; life insurance; disability benefits; paid time off; 401(k); and a leading-edge wellness program.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Antea Group is an EEO/AA employer committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status and any other protected status.
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