Project Geologist

KEMRON Environmental Services, Inc.
$60000 - $80000
401(k)
United States, Illinois, Chicago
Apr 22, 2025
KEMRON Environmental services, Inc. is an employee-owned company Project Geologist Primary Responsibilities and JOB DUTIES: Work on projects mostly for Federal Agencies, such as Department of Defense and Environmental Protection Agency. Federal-led sites include both hazardous waste and munitions site investigation and remediation projects performed under CERCLA, RCRA, and state-specific regulations. Operation and maintenance (O&M) and long-term monitoring (LTM) in support of the remediation systems in place at Fort Sheridan. Required Qualifications and Skills: Bachelor's or master's degree in a science discipline. Examples include: Geosciences (geology, geochemistry, hydrogeology, geotechnical) 3 to 7 years of progressive experience in environmental consulting, remediation, or a related field. Specific experience that will be considered to meet this requirement includes: Field sampling experience of groundwater, soil, sediment, air Remediation system implementation and O&M (pump and treat systems, leachate management, landfill flares, in-situ remediation, etc.) Understanding of and comfort working with mechanical systems Report writing in accordance with regulatory requirements including RCRA, CERCLA, UST Programs General Federal/State regulatory programs Must possess the following personality traits: Positive and professional Team player Organized and meticulous with details Self-motivated and efficient Computer literacy required, must include working knowledge of Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Adobe Acrobat, SharePoint OTHER REQUIRED CRITERIA: 40-Hour OSHA HAZWOPER Training/8-Hour Refresher training if needed. Current valid driver's license and ability to pass a HAZWOPER medical exam and drug screen. PREFERRED Qualifications: Experience with remediation systems operation and LTM. Experience with asbestos inspections and reporting. Extensive knowledge of Federal and/or State Regulations. Understanding of chemistry and Quality Assurance Project Plans (QAPPs) as it relates to environmental sample analyses. Understanding of AutoCAD or GIS Software. Professional Registration or Ability to get Professional Registration, i.e., PG, CHMM. WORK CONTEXT/PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Regularly works in outdoor conditions that may include inclement weather, such as heat and humidity, extreme cold with snow/ice. Probable exposure to dust, asphalt, and hazardous materials. May work in an environment near moving vehicles and mechanical parts. Must have the ability to work in full Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) including respiratory protection which may include SCBA, APR, SAR. Must understand and follow KEMRON SOPs for specific task(s). Must be able to travel to work/project sites and traverse all types of terrain, often only on foot. Must be able to assess the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of assigned tasks. Must have the ability to move about to accomplish tasks or move from one workstation to another within an office environment. Must be able to lift 25 pounds at times. K EMRON is an Employee-Owned company offering a full benefits package which includes medical/dental/life/disability insurance, a 401(k) and the opportunity to be an employee-owner.