[Remote] Environmental Scientist 1 - Northern NJ

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Apex Companies is one of the fastest growing engineering and environmental consulting firms in the US, seeking motivated individuals to join their team. The Environmental Field Scientist 1 will conduct on-site environmental assessments to ensure compliance with regulations and provide corrective actions to support environmental programs.

Responsibilities

• Conduct scheduled and on-call environmental inspections at operational sites to evaluate:
• Hazardous waste handling, labeling, and storage
• Universal waste and e-waste management
• Stormwater and wastewater systems
• Spill prevention and control measures
• Air emissions, refrigerant management, and equipment compliance
• Solid waste management and recycling streams
• Chemical storage
• Material storage and management
• Inspect areas such as loading docks, fuel systems, waste storage areas, material handling areas, and mechanical rooms, etc. for environmental risks
• Review facility documentation including:
• Hazardous waste manifests
• Emergency response plans
• Spill logs and incident reports
• Inspection checklists
• Training records
• Environmental permits
• Environmental records
• Equipment records
• Environmental performance data
• Prepare detailed inspection reports using standardized online reporting platforms
• Propose corrective actions to address compliance gaps
• Perform field work including collecting and processing environmental samples (stormwater, wastewater, air, etc.)

Skills

• BA/BS degree in Environmental Sciences, Environmental Management, Biology, Geology, Engineering, Data Analytics, or related discipline
• 0-3 years of experience conducting environmental inspections, audits, or regulatory compliance assessments
• Knowledge of key environmental regulations (RCRA, EPCRA, Clean Water Act, Clean Air Act, DOT hazardous materials)
• Ability to interpret environmental records, manifests, and regulatory documentation
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, audit tools, and reporting platforms
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Comfortable working independently in field settings
• Role requires 80% travel to operational sites and must be able to drive to client sites within an approximate 300-mile radius of Newark, NJ
• Periodic on-call coverage and off-hours work may be required
• Experience in distribution, logistics, warehousing, or manufacturing environments strongly preferred

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision plan options.
• Company-paid life, short, and long-term disability insurance.
• 401k plan.
• Paid time-off and holidays.
• Cross-training and the ability to work on a variety of projects.
• Other perks and incentives.

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