Environmental Chemist - Entry to Junior

Position Summary

Tetra Tech is currently seeking a full-time, Entry to Junior level, Environmental Chemist to work from our Denver, CO office. This is not a remote position.

The selected candidate will join a growing and energetic team supporting environmental projects in the Rocky Mountain region of the U.S. This is a great opportunity to be involved in all facets of environmental management.

At Tetra Tech, we are Leading with Science to solve the world’s most complex challenges. Our industry‑leading experts in engineering and consulting are committed to driving positive change in communities around the world. For over 60 years, we have been at the forefront of innovation and sustainability. Today we stand as a market leader, offering cutting‑edge solutions in water, environment, energy, and international development.

Our work has improved more than 625 million lives around the world.

Join Tetra Tech to make a real difference. Our work leverages cutting‑edge technologies, advanced analytics, and the expertise of world‑class scientists and engineers to create meaningful change around the world. Discover your full potential – join us to advance your career while leaving a lasting legacy.

• Coordinate environmental sampling with subcontracted laboratories
• Perform environmental sample analysis in a mobile laboratory
• Validate analytical laboratory data for accuracy and completeness
• Support and lead field work for Federal and Private clients.
• Provide technical support to a long‑term U.S. Environmental Protection Agency contract in the areas of site investigation, Brownfields redevelopment, removal assessment, data management, and emergency response.
• Work includes a broad range of site types from abandoned properties to mine sites, to industrial/commercial facilities, orphaned wells, to spills – with work locations across Colorado, Montana, North Dakota, South Dakota, Utah, and Wyoming.
• Overseeing and conducting multi‑media sampling, field audits and inspections, use of a range of field monitoring equipment, organizing and reviewing data, preparing reports and maps, file reviews, collection of air monitoring data, training and exercise support, contractor oversight, task and project management, and related services.
• Perform tasks across multiple disciplines to bring about successful project completion
• Demonstrate full knowledge of each project’s status and goals
• Emergency response work includes mobilizing to spill or response sites and work with EPA and other parties to support air monitoring, sampling, communications support, and data management.

• B.S./B.A. degree in Chemistry or other related field
• 0‑5 years of relevant experience in environmental consulting.
• The position requires periodic on‑call support, up to two weeks per month. The ability to respond quickly, within a mandatory response time, is required.
• Ability to travel, including overnight and weekends.
• Demonstrated ability to organize, coordinate, analyze, and present technical material.
• Excellent writing skills that include the ability to read and assimilate technical and scientific information.
• Ability to learn quickly and multi‑task.
• Highly motivated, customer focused
• Work well in a team environment.
• Ability to work independently and under direct on‑site supervision.
• Ability to manage a heavy workload
• Excellent communication, client interaction, and organizational skills.
• Strong educational and work foundation
• Driving on a regular basis. Passing a motor vehicle record background check and maintaining a valid driver’s license and good driving record is required.
• Passing a criminal background check

Completion of ICS 100, 200, 700, and 800 training

You will preferably have experience with some or all of the following:

• Hydrogeological investigations
• Hazardous materials surveys (including asbestos, lead‑based paint)
• Analytical data using spreadsheets and databases
• Conceptual remedial action plans and remedial cost estimates
• Phase I ESAs to ASTM or higher standards
• Mastery with MS Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access) is strongly desired.
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