Environmental Scientist / Field Technician (3370)

Navarro Research and Engineering is recruiting for an Environmental Scientist / Field Technician in Idaho Falls, ID.

Navarro Research & Engineering is an award-winning federal contractor dedicated to partnering with clients to advance clean energy and deliver effective solutions for complex challenges in the nuclear and environmental fields. Joining Navarro means being a part of an exceptional team committed to quality and safety while also looking for innovative strategies to create value for the client's success. Headquartered in Oak Ridge, Tennessee, Navarro has active programs in place across the nation for DOE/NNSA, NASA, and the Department of Defense.

Support the Environmental Services organization in performing process sampling and regulatory compliance sampling work scope. Applicant's primary responsibility shall be to support the Integrated Waste Treatment Unit (IWTU) Mercury Monitoring Program with the intention of eventually serving as the primary technical point of contact for the sampling program maintenance and implementation. Applicant shall be capable of completing all required training/qualifications. Applicant will be responsible for ensuring all necessary equipment is in good working order and appropriate sorbent trap supplies and consumables are available to support each treatment campaign, which can extend up to eight months. Applicant will serve as the primary sampler for process gas mercury vapor sampling as required and in compliance with the EPA method and company procedures for sample planning, collection, handling, and preservation. Applicant shall communicate with the Project Environmental Lead and designated System Engineer for equipment repairs, calibrations, and replacement supplies, and shall assist with technical plans, procedure revisions, and work order reviews, as necessary. Applicant shall support on-site mercury analysis, including becoming a qualified analyst if necessary. Applicant's secondary responsibility shall be to provide supplemental support for sitewide regulatory compliance sampling when time allows, and mercury monitoring program responsibilities have been met. Applicant shall support environmental field personnel in collection of drinking waste, wastewater, ambient air, groundwater, and waste characterization samples, as requested. Applicant shall support the development of sample plans, quality plans, work control documents, sample documentation, and assist in report preparation and reviews. Duties and responsibilities include:

• Preparing and reviewing technical sampling documents (i.e., quality assurance plans, technical procedures, job safety analyses, etc.)
• Collection of samples from various environmental media, including sample preparation
• Preparation of data summary and validation reports
• Maintains records, logbooks, chain of custody, and field documentation
• Provides support for maintaining or sampling equipment, calibrations, and supplies.

• Bachelor of Science degree in Chemistry, Biology, Geology, Engineering, or other Environmental related studies. Minimum of 3 years relevant experience. Relevant experience includes developing field work plans, sample plans, quality assurance plans, or similar; performing environmental field work and sampling of environmental media; compiling, evaluating, interpreting, and reporting analytical results.
• Must have or be able to obtain OSHA 40 hour HazWoper and Radiological Worker II. Must have or be able to obtain respirator qualification. Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel is highly desired.

Due to the nature of the government contract requirements and/or clearances requirements, US citizenship is required.

Navarro is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with a disability.

EEO Employer/Vet/Disabled

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Short Term & Long Term Disability