Environmental Scientist 2025-061-HAINC-CF
Location :
Idaho Falls, ID
Job Type :
Temp/Contract
Reference Code :
2025-061-HAINC-CF
Hours :
Full Time
Required Years of Experience :
3
Required Education :
BS
Travel :
No
Relocation :
No
Job Description :
HukariAscendent is a Woman-Owned, Small Business specializing in comprehensive engineering and technical support services associated with commercial nuclear power and Department of Energy (DOE) nuclear activities.
We are seeking qualified candidates to perform the following:
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.
Required Qualifications :
Minimum Qualification Requirements (Education/Experience):
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.
Special Requirements/Training (Optional):
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.
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.
Additional SHQ&S Requirements:
Knows and complies with environmental, safety, health, and pollution prevention regulations, policies, and procedures for this position. Ensures own safety and safety of coworkers. Reports unsafe work conditions to immediate manager. Ensures that the five core functions of the Integrated Safety Management System are understood and applied when performing job duties. Ensures that operational excellence is achieved through appropriate implementation of conduct of operations.
Duration:
03/2025-09/2027
HukariAscendent offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, 401(k) plan, and paid time off.
Opportunities with HukariAscendent change frequently. For a complete listing of our current openings, please visit our website at https://www.hukari.com.
HukariAscendent is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to age, disability, race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran or military status including disabled veterans and Vietnam era veterans, or other protected status.
HukariAscendent maintains a drug-free workplace.
