Staff Geologist (Remote)

Are you building a career in the environmental field? Montrose Environmental Group, a premier environmental services provider, is seeking a full-time Staff Geologist or Geoscientist to join our growing team in the Northern Appalachia service area (eastern Ohio, West Virginia, western Pennsylvania).

Montrose is a global environmental services provider offering environmental planning and permitting, measurement and analytical services, and environmental resiliency and sustainability solutions. Our engineers, scientists, technicians, associates, and policy experts are proud of our expertise and use our collaborative nature to help clients.

We have over 135 offices across the United States, Canada, Europe, and Australia and are approaching 3,000 employees – all ready to provide solutions for environmental needs.

A DAY IN THE LIFE

This is a great opportunity for an early-career (1 to 2-year experience) Geologist or Environmental Scientist to join our organization. The position available is a remote/hybrid opportunity that, while requiring residency in our Northern Appalachia service area (West Virginia, eastern Ohio, or western Pennsylvania), will allow the employee to perform office tasks from a home office. Regular travel and fieldwork servicing our region is required, and overnight travel is intermittent. The employee will be supported in all aspects of an environmental and/or geologic assignment. It should be noted that, while this is a remote position, daily interaction with colleagues, the public, clients, and/or subcontractors will be normal; adaptability and excellent written and verbal communication skills are required. Remote work is not suitable for all personalities, and requires a high degree of organization, self-discipline, and awareness.

As a key member of our team, this role will be responsible for a full range of activities including:

• Collecting field data in an organized and concise manner, consistent with corporate and client standard operating procedures and work plans.
• Fieldwork activities, which will include soil, groundwater, soil vapor, surface water and other media sampling, as well as maintenance of monitoring equipment at various locations.
• Exercising considerable care in following directions and project control documents to ensure procedures are in accordance with regulatory guidance.
• Supervision of subcontractors in the field.
• Assisting in developing work plans; Executing work plans at project sites and following field direction; asking for clarification and guidance where needed.
• Interpretation of data, technical writing/report preparation, and client interaction.
• Additional duties may be assigned, which may include occasional travel to locations all over the US.

YOUR EXPERTISE AND SKILLS

To perform this job successfully, individuals must be able to perform each duty and responsibility satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. 

This is a remote position, and will require daily interaction with colleagues, the public, clients, and/or subcontractors; adaptability and excellent communication skills are required.

• Bachelor’s degree in Geology, Environmental Science, Hydrology, or an allied science from an accredited institution.
• One to two years of applicable experience.
• Valid Driver’s License and ability to pass Motor Vehicle Records review.
• Ability to learn and deploy commonly used field equipment such as water quality meters, sampling equipment, air monitoring equipment, and GPS location equipment.
• Exhibit discretion and good judgment; always maintaining confidentiality.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment, attention to detail.
• Must be able to observe and record field events with care and accuracy.
• Exercise safe work practices by following all Montrose and client safety rules and OSHA regulations, including attendance at all required safety training programs.
• Proficient using Microsoft Office Suite of computer-aided software.
• Ability to self-schedule, and the self-discipline to work without daily in-person supervision.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions to present to supervisors.
• This position can be physically demanding and with work environments/conditions requiring an individual to be capable of physical field duties. Assignments may entail large project areas, distance travel on foot, over various terrains and in adverse weather conditions. Capable of executing physical demands associated with typical environmental field duties, as verified through an annual physical examination.
• The work environment will vary greatly depending on the nature of assigned tasks, this position will occasionally involve local and out-of-state travel and may require work outside of normal business hours (evenings and weekends) as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of environmental and safety regulations (EPA, OSHA, DOT, ANSI, etc.).
• GIS Certification/experience with CAD or ArcGIS.
• Knowledge of – and experience with – water, soil, and air testing; sampling and investigation techniques and procedures.
• Current OHSA 40-Hour HAZWOPER Certification 40, or current 8-hour refresher certificate; we provide ongoing OSHA training.

What We Offer

As a key member of our Montrose team, you can expect: 

• Competitive compensation package: annual salary ranging from $45,000-$55,000 per year, commensurate with accomplishments, performance, and credentials.
• Competitive medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• 401k with a 4% employer match.
• Interaction and mentorship with subject matter experts
• Cell phone reimbursement
• Tuition/fee reimbursement for continuing education and licensures in the employee’s field.
• Medical, Dependent Care, and Transit Flexible Spending Accounts
• Company paid Life and Disability Insurance and access to additional voluntary programs.
• An entrepreneurial environment where you can learn, thrive, and collaborate with talented colleagues.
• Opportunities to engage and contribute to our Diversity, Fairness, and Inclusion and Women Empowering Leadership employee resource groups.
• Progressive vacation policies, company holidays, and paid parental leave benefits to ensure a balance of work/life.
• Opportunities for domestic and international career advancement
• Access to telemedicine and employee assistance programs
• Access to attractive student loan rates to optimize your student loan payoff plans.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of employees so classified.

If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process or are limited in the ability or unable to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, you may contact 949-988-3500 or careers@montrose-env.com for assistance. 

Make The Move

We are a rapidly growing company that values individual leadership, initiative, and impactful decision-making and provides you with support from talented and knowledgeable colleagues and service providers.

Do you want to know more about how we can help you take your career to the next level? Visit us at montrose-env.com.

Montrose is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Montrose is committed to recruiting and hiring qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status. Montrose is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its employment for individuals with disabilities.

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