Environmental Scientist Assistant
GTT, LLC
Richland, WA
Environmental Scientist Assistant
Alternate / Related Job Titles:
Environmental Field Technician
Environmental Compliance Assistant
Construction Environmental Monitor
Junior Environmental Scientist
Environmental Permitting Assistant
Location & Onsite Flexibility:
Richland, WA — Onsite (field-based; no remote or hybrid)
Position Type: Contract
Contract Duration: 12 months
Start: As Soon As Possible
Pay Rate: $31.50 – $34.65/hour
- Construction Monitoring & Inspections: Conduct environmental site inspections, including erosion and sediment control inspections, and prepare detailed site inspection reports. Serve as the primary point of contact for project staff.
- Stakeholder Communication: Liaise with landowners, municipal representatives, and construction personnel regarding project schedules and activities impacting property access.
- Field Surveys & Data Collection: Assist with environmental field surveys, site assessments, and collection of project-related environmental data.
- Environmental Investigations: Support subsurface soil sampling, stormwater monitoring, and erosion control efforts.
- Stormwater Compliance: Develop and implement Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plans (SWPPPs) for construction and operational activities.
- Spill Prevention: Assist with developing and reviewing Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure (SPCC) plans.
- Permitting & Compliance: Support regulatory review, permit identification, and preparation of environmental permit applications.
- Technical Documentation: Assist in preparing environmental technical reports and compliance documentation.
- Safety Compliance: Ensure adherence to company and site safety policies.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Geology, Biology, Soil Science, or a related natural science discipline (preferred).
- Minimum 2 years of related professional experience preparing SWPPPs, conducting inspections, and engaging stakeholders during active construction (preferred).
- Active construction site experience with an understanding of contractor, subcontractor, and owner relationships.
- Current stormwater inspection certification consistent with Oregon DEQ or Washington Department of Ecology, or ability to obtain within 2 weeks of employment.
- Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to clearly communicate technical information both verbally and in writing.
- Basic knowledge of environmental site assessment methods, environmental compliance, compliance audits, and the permitting process.
- Familiarity with GPS and experience using ArcGIS Desktop preferred.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Valid driver’s license and ability to maintain company vehicle driving privileges.
- Must be legally authorized to work permanently in the country where the position is located without sponsorship.
- Approximately 75% travel; mostly day trips with occasional overnight stays.
- When not in the field, work will be based out of the Richland, WA office.
- No 9/80 schedule.
401k Retirement Fund
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About the Company
GTT, LLC
Global Technical Talent is a subsidiary of Chenega Corporation (www.Chenega.com) with over 1.3 billion US$ in revenue and 5800 US employees. We provide Total Talent Solutions, Global staffing, SOW, RPO, Direct Sourcing, and Global Payroll with physical offices in US, Canada, and India. GTT Digital headquartered in Toronto specializes in providing high-tech digital and banking talent to some of the nation’s largest financial institutions. GTT has been a leader in the staffing industry for over 22 years and is one of the largest staffing firms in the New England region. We are known for our Fortune 500 clientele and cutting-edge, technology-driven recruiting infrastructure.
We are a Native American-owned, economically disadvantaged corporation that highly values diverse and inclusive workplaces. Our clients and partners are among the most successful and innovative organizations in the world. Our top clients are Fortune 500 banking, insurance, and financial services firms, some of the nation’s largest life sciences, biotech, utility, and retail companies, and prestigious educational institutions in the Ivy League tier.
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Awards
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