Job description

Athena Engineering and Environmental, LLC (Athena) is a small, woman-owned consulting firm with multi-disciplinary service lines: Environmental, Geotechnical, Value Engineering, and Ecology. We serve a variety of clients including public organizations (federal, state, and local), transportation agencies (highways and airports), private and commercial entities. As a small company, we value and reward high-achievers, giving opportunities for cross-training, paid professional development, project management, and career advancement. KSWA is headquartered in Nashville, TN and currently has branch offices in Chattanooga, TN; Bowling Green, KY; and Pensacola, FL.

Project Environmental Geologist/Scientist - Job Overview:

Athena’s environmental services group in Nashville is seeking a mid-level Environmental Geologist/Scientist to assist with the investigation and remediation of environmental projects. This position consists of approximately 50% field work. This position requires a hard-working, safe, efficient, and detail-oriented employee that is organized, works well with a team, and is able to work independently once trained. It will require work both independently and with other team members and may require periodic overtime and travel. This position offers an opportunity to learn a wide variety of environmental investigation skills, work with a great team, and a small company that provides excellent benefits.

Job duties will include but are not limited to the following environmental investigation activities:

• Asbestos containing materials surveys
• Lead containing materials surveys
• Groundwater monitoring
• Soil sampling
• Subcontractor oversight
• Vapor Intrusion investigations
• Operation, maintenance, and monitoring of environmental remediation systems such as groundwater pump and treatment systems of varying complexity.
• Field documentation - prepare detailed notes to document the procedures used and take photographs of observations made during field work and/or construction monitoring.
• Preparing technical reports and figures

Education Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Geology, environmental science, or related field.

Skills/Qualifications:

• 3-7 years experience conducting environmental field work
• TN ACM Inspector Accreditation
• TN ACM Monitor Accreditation
• TN Lead Inspector Accreditation
• Ability/desire to get Professional Geologist (PG) licensure in Tennessee within 1-2 years
• 40-hour OSHA HAZWOPER certification
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (i.e., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams)
• Overnight travel and ability to work outdoors is required
• Valid driver’s license and a good driving record
• Ability to multi-task with evolving project requirements for multiple ongoing projects
• Able to work in a high pressure environment with tight delivery deadlines
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and properly document field data
• Detail oriented

Optional:

• 10-Hour OSHA Construction certification

Salary Range:

Compensation is commensurate with experience and training, with opportunity to advance to other positions upon satisfactory performance of job duties.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: One location

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