Location: Available in various locations
Title: Environmental Geologist
Schedule (FT/PT): Regular Full Time
Travel Required: Yes (50-75%)
Clearance: Ability to Obtain
Portage, Inc., is a technically diverse company providing consulting and project execution services to clients on their environmental, engineering, and infrastructure projects. Since its establishment in Idaho Falls in 1992, Portage has completed over $1.2 billion of projects focused primarily on investigations, remedial/response actions, and removal of radiological, hazardous, and toxic waste for federal, state, tribal, and local governments and private industry clients. Portage is ISO9001 certified and has an active NQA-1 compliant Quality Assurance Program. Portage is based in Idaho Falls, Idaho, with satellite offices throughout the country. On January 20, 2017, Portage, Inc., was acquired by North Wind Group. ** _
POSITION PURPOSE:_**
The Environmental Scientist/Geologist shall provide support for our environmental investigation and remediation projects across the country. Primary responsibilities will be to support environmental projects at the DOE facilities across the country (I.E. Savannah River Site – SC, Los Alamos – NM, Knolls Atomic Power Laboratory – NY), DOD customers, USACE customers, and private sector customers. Must have experience with a variety soil/groundwater sampling techniques, drilling oversight including lithologic logging, and CERCLA and RCRA remedial investigations/remedial actions. Candidate must be able to work independently as the lead geologist in the field at the project site. Candidate must have strong verbal skill to communicate with client and project stakeholders. Travel required 50-80%. ** _
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:_**
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ADDITIONAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:_
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MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:_ **
Education and Experience:**
Associates or Bachelor's degree in Geology or Geological Sciences or other closely related field.
Three (3) to Five (5) years of relevant experience working as a Geologist or Environmental Scientist.
Practical, hands-on experience conducting environmental field work including soil and groundwater sampling, for site characterization and/or remediation projects.
Knowledge and experience with various media (e.g., soil, soil vapor, groundwater), contaminants, and standard operating procedures for investigation and corrective action.
Experience working on projects for Department of Defense, Department of Energy, Environmental Protection Agency, or other federal agencies is preferred.
Demonstrated, substantial experience writing technical plans and reports for regulatory review.
Practical, hands-on experience conducting environmental field work for site characterization and remediation projects.
Knowledge and experience with various media (e.g., soil, soil vapor, groundwater), contaminant types, and standard operating procedures for investigation and corrective action.
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Skills and Abilities:**
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Special Requirements:**
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PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:_
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PHYSICAL DEMANDS:_
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, squat, climb and talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. The employee is often required to use hands or fingers to handle or feel and reach with hands and arms. ** _
WORKING ENVIRONMENT:_**
The work is conducted both indoors and outdoors. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is normally mild to moderate. The employee will be exposed to moving mechanical equipment, machinery, and vehicles. The employee must be able to stand for long periods and walk across uneven terrain.
********North Wind offers a competitive pay and benefits package to include health, life, and disability insurance benefits, 401(k) with company match, generous paid leave and tuition reimbursement for eligible employees. As a company, we are committed to employee wellness, professional development, and work-life balance. We value safety, reliability, and commitment to our people! For more information about our benefits or hiring philosophy, visit the North Wind Career Opportunities Page.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The nature of those accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis. 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 our Helpline +1.208.528.8718 or use the Request for Reasonable Accommodation form to get assistance.
North Wind is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, religion, or other legally protected status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
Proof of citizenship will be required as a condition of employment.
Candidates may be required to obtain and hold a Secret or Higher US Government Clearance.