Environmental Scientist or Geoscientist

About the Role

This hands‑on technical position contributes to EHS program development, regulatory guidance, assessments, and client service. The scientist will coordinate project tasks, manage logistics, and participate in on‑call emergency‑response rotations, which may require 24‑hour availability for one‑week periods. Travel to remote locations and physically demanding conditions are expected. • Conduct facility inspections, field investigations, and compliance assessments. • Collect and manage environmental samples (soil, water, air, waste) and operate/calibrate multi‑media monitoring equipment. • Support hazardous waste site investigations and remediation activities. • Document field activities, prepare daily logs, analyze data, and contribute to technical reports and project deliverables. • Develop, implement, and maintain EHS programs, procedures, and documentation. • Provide regulatory guidance, technical support, and onsite safety services. • Investigate incidents and recommend corrective and preventive actions. • Participate in on‑call emergency response rotations with 24‑hour availability for one‑week periods. • Coordinate project tasks, plan field activities, manage logistics, and collaborate with project teams. • Communicate professionally with clients, regulators, and internal teams; support business development through client engagement and proposal contributions. • Travel as needed, including to remote locations on short notice, and work safely in physically demanding conditions.

Key Responsibilities

• ▸site inspection
• ▸sample collection
• ▸equipment calibration
• ▸data analysis
• ▸regulatory guidance
• ▸emergency response

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in science/engineering or equivalent experience. • 1–5 years of experience in environmental sampling, field investigations, remediation, hazardous site operations, or EHS compliance. • Strong capability in soil, water, and air sampling, environmental monitoring, and use of field instrumentation. • Familiarity with environmental remediation, hazardous waste operations, and site investigation methods. • Working knowledge of environmental assessments (e.g., Phase I ESAs). • Strong knowledge of environmental issues, permitting, and EHS regulations. • Familiarity with health & safety programs, industrial hygiene, ergonomics, and emergency response. • Experience with OSHA, EPA, and ISO standards; ability to work safely with advanced PPE. • Progress toward ASP, CHMM, CBCA, or EIT certification preferred. • Strong data analysis, problem‑solving, and technical writing skills. • Excellent communication, teamwork, and client‑service skills. • Ability to lift 50 lbs, travel, and work in varied field conditions. • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and relevant environmental tools.

Requirements

• ▸bachelor’s
• ▸sampling
• ▸remediation
• ▸epa/osha
• ▸asp/chmm
• ▸data analysis

Benefits

At Weston Solutions, Inc., employees enjoy meaningful work and opportunities for professional growth within an employee‑owned, highly connected community. For over sixty years Weston has evolved as a premier provider of environmental and infrastructure services to both public and private sectors. The company’s teams identify, solve, mitigate, and manage critical environmental issues to help clients achieve a more sustainable future. Compensation is competitive and varies based on experience, education, skill level, and other compensable factors. Weston also offers a generous benefits package that supports employees and their families. • Generous, comprehensive benefits package with high‑value options and financial protection. • Medical, dental, and vision coverage; 401(k) with employer stock contributions (base and matching). • Paid time off including personal, holiday, and parental leave. • Life and disability insurance plans. • Critical illness and accident plans. • Work‑life flexibility. • Professional development opportunities.

Work Environment

Field