Environmental Geologist/Scientist

LaBella is currently looking to hire an Environmental Scientist / Geologist / Engineer in our growing, multi-disciplinary, Birmingham, AL office. LaBella has over 1,900 employees in over 35 offices throughout 13 states and 3 countries. Our growing Birmingham office provides focused, technical environmental consulting services with the resources of a larger-sized firm. This is an opportunity for a smart and talented professional with enormous upside potential as part of a growing company.
We are seeking a highly motivated individual with an entrepreneurial spirit to join a dynamic team working on exciting, multi-phase, technically engaging, and impactful projects. The successful candidate will perform field work including groundwater, soil, and surface water sampling, submit samples to a laboratory for analysis, manage and evaluate field and lab data, supervise contractors and drillers, and support the preparation of reports. This individual will assist with Phase I and II Environmental Site Assessments, support environmental investigations and remediation at project sites throughout Alabama, and support project managers on various projects. The ideal candidate will enjoy a mix of office and field time.
Duties:
Performing field work primarily throughout Alabama
Soil and groundwater sampling
Perform and / or supervise field activities and drilling on construction projects
Perform Phase I inspections
Collect, record, and organize field data in a concise manner
Data presentation, map creation, and report preparation
Prepare deliverables on time and within budget
Maintain open communication with project team members
Represent the company in a professional manner and in line with firm's core values
Conduct work to professional standards and following firm's QA/QC policy
Requirements
B.S. degree in Geology, Environmental Science, or Engineering preferred
2-5 years of experience in a related local environmental position
40 Hour OSHA HAZWOPER certification preferred but not required
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Ability to work in a fast-paced environmental consulting team environment.
Ability to work within a multi-disciplined group of professionals.
Strong communication skills (active listening, written, and verbal)
Organized with strong attention to detail
Highly motivated, with excellent client service skills and a positive attitude
Strong problem-solving skills
Valid AL driver’s license, lean driving record, and reliable transportation
Skills:
Computer skills including Microsoft office (word processing, database, spreadsheet) and GIS (ArcMap) preferred, and / or ability to learn programs with proper comprehensive training
Field equipment use such as a photo-ionization detector (PID), pumps, and meters preferred, and / or ability to learn the operation of the equipment with proper comprehensive training
Benefits
Body, mind, and wallet—LaBella’s benefits support a holistic approach to your health and wellness, creating the foundation for physical, mental, and financial well-being. Our benefit offerings cover the must-haves (healthcare and retirement), the just-in-cases (insurances and employee assistance programs), and the cherry-on-tops (fitness reimbursements, year-end incentive pay, and tuition assistance). Visit our website for more details on benefits listed below.
O Flexible Work Schedule
O Health/Dental Insurance
O 401k Plan with Employer Match
O Short &
Long Term Disability
O Profit Sharing
O Paid Time Off
O Leadership Development Program
O Fitness Reimbursement
O Tuition Reimbursement
O Referral Bonus Program
O Wellness Program
O Team Building Events
O Community Service Events