Environmental Scientist

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Massachusetts.

📋 Description

• Perform scheduled and emergency environmental inspections at operational sites to assess:

• Management, labeling, and storage of hazardous waste

• Handling of universal waste and electronic waste

• Stormwater and wastewater management systems

• Measures for spill prevention and control

• Compliance with air emissions, refrigerant management, and equipment standards

• Management of solid waste and recycling processes

• Storage of chemicals

• Management and storage of materials

• Evaluate locations such as loading docks, fuel systems, waste storage areas, material handling zones, and mechanical rooms for environmental hazards.

• Examine facility documentation, including:

• Manifests for hazardous waste

• Plans for emergency response

• Logs for spills and incident reports

• Checklists for inspections

• Records of training

• Environmental permits

• Environmental documentation

• Records of equipment

• Data on environmental performance

• Generate comprehensive inspection reports utilizing standardized online reporting tools

• Suggest corrective measures to rectify compliance deficiencies

• Conduct fieldwork, which includes the collection and processing of environmental samples (stormwater, wastewater, air, etc.)

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Sciences, Environmental Management, Biology, Geology, Engineering, Data Analytics, or a related field.

• 0-3 years of experience in conducting environmental inspections, audits, or regulatory compliance evaluations.

• Preferred experience in distribution, logistics, warehousing, or manufacturing settings.

• Familiarity with essential environmental regulations (RCRA, EPCRA, Clean Water Act, Clean Air Act, DOT hazardous materials).

• Capability to interpret environmental records, manifests, and regulatory documents.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office, auditing tools, and reporting platforms.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Exceptional written and verbal communication abilities.

• Comfortable working autonomously in field environments.

🏝️ Benefits

• Options for medical, dental, and vision plans.

• Company-funded life insurance, short-term, and long-term disability coverage.

• 401(k) retirement plan.

• Paid time off and holidays.

• Opportunities for cross-training and involvement in diverse projects.

• Additional perks and incentives.

• Collaborate with top professionals in the industry.

• A national firm with over 2,000 employees and more than 70 locations across the US.