Environmental Scientist - Los Alamitos, United States - Kinnetic Environmental, Inc

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Job Description

Job Description

Kinnetic Environmental, Inc. is seeking a mid-level Environmental Scientist in our Los Alamitos, California office. This is a full-time, salaried position with a mixture of fieldwork and office work for projects primarily located within Los Angeles County. The selected experienced candidate will work closely with Project Team Members on water quality monitoring, stormwater monitoring and planning, and sediment sampling projects in the Southern California region. This position offers the opportunity to apply creative problem-solving skills to environmental issues, and rewards individual initiative, thoroughness, and flexibility. KEI offers a generous benefits package including paid time off, paid holidays, health insurance, a dental/vision health reimbursement account, life and accidental death insurance, as well as a 401k profit sharing program.

Responsibilities (may include, but not limited to):

• Conduct environmental monitoring, such as stormwater sampling, sediment sampling, soil sampling, surface water sampling, surveys of outfalls, and in-situ flow and water quality measurements.
• Perform detailed field observations and documentation.
• Assist with the review, analysis, and reporting of collected field data.
• Lead field teams and mentor entry-level staff.
• Perform project site maintenance, which may include troubleshooting, cleaning, repairing, installing, or replacing stormwater collection field equipment.
• Maintenance, calibration, and inventory of in-house equipment.
• Effectively and regularly communicate the status of assignments to the Project Manager.

Minimum Required Qualifications:

• B.S. (or higher) in Environmental Science, Water Resource Engineering, Biology, Chemistry, Ecology, or other similar science field.
• 2-6 years of work experience in the environmental science field (entry-level candidates will not be considered).
• Experience with conducting environmental monitoring, such as sediment and/or soil sample collection, stormwater monitoring or other water quality monitoring.
• Experience with leading field crews on projects.
• Experience with automated stormwater monitoring equipment is not required, but highly preferred.
• Excellent communication skills along with basic computer skills and proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Word.
• The ability to perform work independently or as part of a team, with minimal training and supervision.
• The ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Can proactively and independently take on new assignments.
• The ability to safely work in various environments or weather conditions, such as in confined spaces, on boats, at heights, and/or during inclement weather.
• The availability to travel for projects located within the state, or locally with overnight hotel stays.
• Must be on call for stormwater monitoring from October 1 to April 30, which may occur during nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to lift 50+ lbs overhead.
• Valid U.S. driver's license and a good driving record.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Local candidates are preferred. Applicants that do not meet the minimum required qualifications may not be considered. KEI is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

Company DescriptionKinnetic Environmental, Inc. (KEI) is a well-established Oceanographic and Environmental Science Services firm with offices located in California and Alaska. KEI provides leading-edge services to federal, state, and municipal clients in diverse settings throughout the U.S. Our core mission is to provide scientific, quantitative environmental data and evaluations focused on key issues for applied projects - for design, permitting, monitoring, or compliance purposes. Our research is focused on coastal and estuarine waters, and terrestrial watersheds.

Company Description

Kinnetic Environmental, Inc. (KEI) is a well-established Oceanographic and Environmental Science Services firm with offices located in California and Alaska. KEI provides leading-edge services to federal, state, and municipal clients in diverse settings throughout the U.S. Our core mission is to provide scientific, quantitative environmental data and evaluations focused on key issues for applied projects - for design, permitting, monitoring, or compliance purposes. Our research is focused on coastal and estuarine waters, and terrestrial watersheds.