Staff Environmental Scientist 1
 Apex Companies, LLC | ||
paid time off, tuition assistance, 401(k)
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 United States, North Carolina, Charlotte | ||
 Apr 22, 2025 | ||
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Are you highly motivated, hard-working, and seeking to join a growth-focused environmental consulting & engineering firm? Are you looking for a company that will invest in your development and grow your professional skills? If so, consider a career with Apex. Powered by record sales, extraordinary client retention, strategic acquisitions, and an entrepreneurial spirit, Apex Companies is one of the fastest growing environmental consulting and engineering firms in the US. We take pride in keeping our clients happy and have earned numerous awards for project excellence. We continue to grow, and we want you to grow with us. Why Apex? We're not just any environmental consulting firm - we're a passionate force dedicated to excellence. With record-breaking sales, an impressive client retention rate, strategic acquisitions, and an unwavering commitment to our mission, Apex is among the fastest-growing firms in the US environmental sector. Our dedication to excellence has earned us numerous awards for project success, and we're poised for even greater growth. Join us and grow along with the best in the industry! Your Responsibilities as an Entry-level Environmental Scientist : * Work closely with other staff and project managers to support field data collection and reporting. * Conduct fieldwork to collect soil, water, air, and other environmental samples. * Perform stormwater inspections and stormwater sampling activities. * Maintain field equipment used for sampling and monitoring. * Follow established protocols to collect accurate and reliable data. * Record and manage data from field samples and environmental monitoring. * Prepare and maintain detailed field notes and photo logs. * Conduct regular monitoring of environmental conditions at various sites. * Tabulate chemical, stratigraphic, and other data to produce various representations, including tables, figures, and time-series graphs. * Conduct evaluations of groundwater data, including trend analyses, intra-well comparisons, and inter-well comparisons. * Support field subsurface investigations and groundwater monitoring events. * Conduct field logging and oversight of drilling subcontractors, including bedrock drilling and well construction. * Positive and proactive attitude with willingness to learn and support variety of projects. * Flexibility around travelling to support projects across the Division that can include overnight stays and long field days. * Adhere to all health and safety guidelines to ensure a safe working environment. * Report any safety concerns or incidents to supervisors immediately. Why you'll love working for us: * Competitive pay, full benefits package, flexible work environment * Work in a strong Environmental services group under the direction of seasoned Technical Professionals and Project Managers * Encouragement to grow and diversify professionally * Recognition/visibility of your contributions * Company-subsidized medical and dental plans and vision plan * Company-paid life, short, and long-term disability * Paid Time Off and Holidays, 401k match, tuition assistance, and more * Cross-training and the ability to work on a variety of projects * Performance-based bonuses or other incentives * Working with the best and brightest in the industry * 1,500+ employee national firm with 50+ locations across the US What we're looking for: * 0-2 years of experience that includes conducting environmental sampling, stormwater compliance inspections and sampling, subsurface investigations, and tabulating and presenting data. * BS in Environmental Science, Geology or closely aligned field including completion of a field courses of study * Valid driver's license. * Experience or willingness to learn site investigation methods, groundwater sampling techniques, and stormwater assessments with technical mentorship for experienced staff. * Experience or willingness to learn stratigraphic logging using various drilling methods potentially including hollow-stem auger, direct-push, air rotary, and rock coring. * Proficiency with Microsoft Office software and ability to learn a variety of technical software packages. * Ability to participate in occasional emergency response efforts related to petroleum or other releases.
Req ID: 10321 Apex Companies, LLC is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe in equality for all and celebrate the diversity and differences of our employees, customers, and communities. We do not discriminate based on gender, race or color, ethnicity or national origin, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law. Apex aims to make apexcos.com accessible to all users. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation to navigate our website or complete the application process, please contact Talent@apexcos.com or (301) 417-0200. Likewise, feel free to reach out to us if you would like to view or discuss Apex policy related to equal employment opportunity or have any related concerns. EO/AA/VEV/Disabled Employer TO ALL RECRUITMENT AGENCIES: Apex Companies does not accept unsolicited agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes for any of our job postings to our career's sites, or to any employees of Apex Companies or affiliates. Apex Companies is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes. | ||