Environmental Staff Scientist Job Listing at Intertek in Tampa, FL (Job ID 9008)

Description

Environmental Staff Scientist

PSI, an Intertek company, is searching for a Staff Scientist to join our Building & Construction team in our Tampa, Florida office.  This is a fantastic opportunity to grow a versatile career in the environmental, engineering, and construction industry!  The Staff Scientist will support the Building and Construction business by conducting Environmental Consulting work in the Tampa Bay Region. 

The Building & Construction team provides assurance, testing, inspection, and certification services and building science solutions to deliver Total Quality Assurance to the built environment. The team offers the environmental, engineering and construction industry with a full suite of capabilities both in the lab and on site.

What you'll do:

• Perform field sampling of soil, groundwater, and other media as part of site assessment and remediation activities on projects with petroleum, metals, solvents, and other common contaminants.
• Perform remediation system operations & maintenance (O&M) activities, which typically includes collection of groundwater and air samples under various conditions (vacuum, pressure, ambient, etc.)
• Perform Field Documentation / Report Preparation
• Maintain Training Records / Field Instrumentation / Certifications (will provide training updates)
• Coordinate Project Data / Records / Reports related to the work assignments
• Participate in all QA/QC programs as appropriate and Safety Programs
• Perform other non-typical assignments upon availability as assigned by management
• Perform Phase I and II Environmental Site Assessments (ESAs)

What it takes to be successful in this role:

• AS Degree in Environmental Science, Geology, Biology, Chemistry or some Physical Science required
  • BS in Enviro Science, Geology, etc. preferred. 
• 1 + years of previous experience in environmental consulting (soil and groundwater assessments), asbestos, lead-based paint, and mold inspecting, sampling, and remediation (required)
• Electrical and mechanical knowledge of equipment and systems used for environmental remediation and consulting - preferred
• Knowledge of IH and practical environmental concepts, principles, and practices - preferred
• Excellent oral and written communication skills (required)
• Must be able to work off shifts and overtime
• Valid Driver's License and reliable driving record (required)
• Must be able to lift items with weights in excess of 40 pounds multiple times as needed to complete project requirements

Why work at Intertek?

PSI, an Intertek Company, is a leading provider of ATIC (Assurance, Testing, Inspection and Certification) Services. We are ranked #15 on the 2020 ENR list of Top 500 Design Firms, and are able to provide the architectural, engineering, and construction (A/E/C) industry with a full suite of capabilities both in the lab and on-site. From testing, inspection and certification services to building sciences solutions, the company delivers Total Quality Assurance to the built environment. 

Intertek is a world leader in the $250 billion Quality Assurance market, with a proven, high-quality business model and a global network of customer-focused operations and highly engaged subject matter experts. At Intertek, we exercise our spirit of innovation, the passion of our people and our unmatched customer commitment to realize our purpose of making the world an ever better, safer, and more sustainable place for all. Learn more about Our History and What We Do.

Intertek is committed to a safe work environment for our employees and clients. Learn more about our COVID-19 Policy.

What we have to offer:
When Working with Intertek, you can expect salary and benefit package competitively placed within the local market, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, 401(k) with company match, tuition reimbursement and more.

Intertek is a drug-free workplace. As a condition of employment, all hires are required to pass a pre-employment drug test.

Intertek believes that Our People are our strongest tool for success. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against applicants due to veteran status or on the basis of disability. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, or gender identity.

For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, or who need assistance applying, please email hr.eeoc.data@intertek.com or call 1-877-694-8543 (option #5) to speak with a member of the HR Department.

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