Navarro Research and Engineering is recruiting an Environmental Scientist for Commerce City, CO.

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.

This position is full time on the Rocky Mountain Arsenal National Wildlife refuge under the Navarro Environmental Remediation Services contract with the United States Army.

The primary role of this position is to provide environmental technical support for various aspects of project sampling programs. Most of the work will be conducted on-site, and travel is rare with this position.    Duties and responsibilities include:

• Groundwater, surface water, soil, and air sample collection.
• Measurement of groundwater surface elevations.
• Maintenance and/or development of various sampling-related spreadsheets and databases.
• Maintenance of sampling equipment and monitoring wells.
• Duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in environmental science or a related field is preferred but not required   
• OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER training is strongly preferred.
• International Air Transport Association (IATA) dangerous goods training or the ability to complete within the first 90 days of employment.
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions daily.
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Access to conduct quality control of environmental data.  SQL experience is a plus, but not required.
• Ability to complete work safely and comply with all aspects of site health and safety requirements.
• Ability to work and achieve results in a collaborative team environment and focus strongly on customer service.
• Ability to adapt and be flexible with changes that arise.
• Ability to independently calibrate and maintain sampling instrumentation.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license.
• Strong interpersonal written and oral communication skills.
• Knowledge of Global Positioning Systems (GPS) would be a plus, but not required.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to consistently lift up to 60 pounds.
• Ability to work in hot/cold temperature extremes.

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 

Benefits

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