Environmental Geologist/Scientist

We have an immediate need within our Environmental Division to hire a full-time Environmental Geologist/ Scientist with 0 to 2 years’ experience in the Due Diligence, Investigation and Remediation Group, based out of our Ballston Spa, NY office. This group provides a full range of environmental services from initial due diligence and site assessment/investigation through remediation and site closure at a variety of project sites.

If you're passionate about the design and function of the built environment, find beauty in and want to protect the natural environment, and want to work with others that feel the same, join our team! LaBella’s multi-disciplinary team of architects, designers, engineers, managers, and environmental scientists work every day to make our world more functional, beautiful, and safe. LaBella is an employee-owned engineering firm of more than 2,000 staff and counting!

We receive annual accolades for workplace culture, growth, ethics, and philanthropy. We cultivate each employee’s growth, expand our expertise, and bring out the best in client projects. Unlike some of the giants in our industry, our company still recognizes and appreciates the individual without losing them in a sea of spreadsheets and tries to conduct business in a personal way, very focused on relationships.

Our chosen tagline is "Powered by Partnership," which reflects our focus on collaboration among internal and external stakeholders to advance projects within our local communities and build upon these relationships in a synergistic way.

Duties:

The successful candidate will perform various tasks including field work in all weather conditions; environmental construction monitoring, environmental sampling, drilling supervision, data review and tabulation, and support of report and work plan preparations. The candidate will work closely with project managers, scientists/engineers and other field staff to ensure technical responsibilities are satisfactorily fulfilled. They must be willing to adjust to the dynamic schedule and scope of the wide range of projects this position supports.

There will be routine travel to job sites within a few hours of the office with access to company fleet vehicles and occasional out-of-town travel with overnight stays may be required. Work may be independent, with other LaBella staff, or with subcontractors. Must have reliable personal transportation and be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs over short distances.

The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors including but not limited to the candidate's relevant experience, education, and work location. The position is hourly based on a 40-hour week, with some opportunity for overtime depending on the project.

General responsibilities include:
• Environmental construction monitoring
• Field activity supervision
• Air, soil, sediment, and groundwater sampling
• Drilling supervision/soil classification and logging
• Use of environmental monitoring equipment
• Data tabulation and limited report preparation tasks
• Daily field documentation to ensure compliance with project plans
• Ensure accurate collection and transfer of data
• Adherence to Health and Safety Program

Requirements

The Candidate should possess the following Education & Qualifications:

• B.S in Geology, Environmental Science, Engineering, or related field

• 0 to 2 years of relevant professional experience

• Professional interest in environmental investigation and remediation

• Organized and detail-oriented

• Ability to work independently and within a dynamic team environment

• Strong communication skills and responsiveness required

• MS Office Suite (Word, Excel) experience required

• ArcGIS and/or AutoCad experience a plus

• 40-hour HAZWOPER certification a plus

Salary Range: $47,000 - $57,000 per year.

The specific salary offered may be influenced by a variety of factors including but not limited to the candidate's relevant experience, education, and work location.

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.

• Flexible Work Schedule
• Health/Dental Insurance
• 401k Plan with Employer Match
• Paid Parental Leave
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Profit Sharing
• Paid Time Off
• Leadership Development Program
• Fitness Reimbursement
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Referral Bonus Program
• Wellness Program
• Team Building Events
• Community Service Events

LaBella is committed to facilitating a culture where diversity, equity, and inclusion are respected, valued, and celebrated by implementing thoughtful, practical, and innovative strategies that support our employees and serve the communities in which we reside. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws.

LaBella Associates does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiting professionals or agencies, nor do we accept resumes from any source that does not reference a specific, open position. LaBella Associates will not be responsible for any fees arising from the use of resume submitted by recruiting professionals or agencies that do not have a current placement fee agreement with LaBella Associates. All initial communication with recruiting professionals or agencies must go through human resources.