Entry Level Environmental Scientist - Henderson, NV Job at Tetra Tech, Henderson, NV

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  • Tetra Tech
  • Henderson, NV

Job Description

The Opportunity

Are you ready to take the next step in your career? Do you want to do meaningful work that improves quality of life? At Tetra Tech, you will work with high-performing teams who are passionate about using their expertise to find solutions to complex problems in water, environment, infrastructure, resource management, energy, and international development.

Tetra Tech invites you to consider a rewarding opportunity within our Henderson, Nevada office as Environmental Scientist.

Why Tetra Tech

At Tetra Tech, we are Leading with Science to solve the world’s most complex challenges.Our industry-leading experts in engineering and consulting are committed to driving positive change in communities around the world.For over 50 years, we have been at the forefront of innovation and sustainability.Today we stand as a market leader, offering cutting-edge solutions in water, environment, energy, and international development.Our work has improved more than 625 million lives around the world.

Your Impact

Join Tetra Tech to make a real difference.Our work leverages cutting-edge technologies, advanced analytics, and the expertise of world-class scientists and engineers to create meaningful change around the world. Discover your full potential – join us to advance your career while leaving a lasting legacy.

Your Role

Tetra Tech is seeking a Staff level Environmental Scientist to work as part of a team on environmental related tasks in Henderson, NV. The role involves both field

And Non-field Responsibilities, Including

  • Providing support to project managers, scientists, and engineers with system operations and maintenance (O&M) activities, sampling, measurements, inspection, and data collection.
  • Assisting with construction oversight.
  • Operating and maintaining environmental remediation systems.
  • Collecting environmental samples.
  • Preparing technical reports and environmental data for technical reports, including tables, charts, and figures.
  • Performing data entry and analysis, document reviews, and environmental assessments.
  • Conduct environmental fieldwork, which may include occasional nights and weekends.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science or a related field.
  • 0 – 4 years of experience in environmental services or consulting.
  • Understanding of environmental services, including investigations, data collection and design, environmental assessments, and sampling methods is preferred.
  • Strong notetaking and data reporting skills.
  • Basic mathematical skills.
  • Familiarity with MS Office suite. Training with AutoCAD, Civil 3D, ArcGIS, and HEC programs is a plus.
  • OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER training and current 8-hour refresher trainings is a plus.
Ability to travel/complete field work (approx. <25% of travel required).
  • A Pre-employment drug screening in compliance with state regulations is required.
  • Must possess a valid driver's license with a clean driving record without restrictions.

Life At Tetra Tech

The perks of working at Tetra Tech include:

  • Comprehensive and market-competitive benefits.
  • Tetra Tech offers the following optional benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Long & Short-Term Disability, Health & Dependent Care Flexible Spending. Financial Benefits: Group Term Life, Optional Group Term Life Insurance, Business Travel Accident Insurance, Health Savings Account, 401K, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Time Off with Pay, Employee Assistance Program, Adoption Assistance, Leaves of Absence.
  • Merit-based financial rewards.
  • Flexibility and company-wide commitment to work/life balance.
  • Collaborative team atmosphere that values the contributions of all employees.
  • Learning and development opportunities for ongoing professional growth.

About Tetra Tech

Tetra Tech is the leader in water, environment, and sustainable infrastructure, providing high-end consulting and engineering services for projects worldwide. With 30,000 employees working together, Tetra Tech provides clear solutions to complex problems by Leading with Science to address the entire water cycle, protect and restore the environment, design sustainable and resilient infrastructure, and support the clean energy transition.

Tetra Tech is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law. Tetra Tech is a VEVRAA federal contractor and we request priority referral of veterans.

We invite applications from all interested parties.

Explore our open positions at Follow us on social media to learn more about our people, culture, and opportunities:

LinkedIn: @TetraTechCareers

X (Twitter): @TetraTechJobs

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

Please no phone calls or agencies.

Additional Information

  • Organization: 117 ECS

Job Tags

Temporary work, For contractors, Worldwide, Flexible hours, Night shift,

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