Entry Level Environmental Scientist - Henderson, NV

The Opportunity:

Tetra Tech is currently seeking an Entry Level Environmental Scientist to work as part of a team on environmental related tasks in Henderson, NV.

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 50 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.

• Providing support to project managers, scientists, and engineers with system operations and maintenance (O&M) activities, sampling, measurements, inspection, and data collection.
• Assisting with engineering design and construction oversight.
• Operating and maintaining environmental remediation systems.
• Collecting environmental samples.
• Preparing technical reports and environmental data for technical reports, including tables, charts, and figures.
• Performing data entry and analysis, document reviews, and environmental assessments.
• Conduct environmental fieldwork, which may include occasional nights and weekends.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor's degree in environmental science or a related field.
• 0 - 4 years of experience in environmental services or consulting.
• Strong note taking and data reporting skills.
• Basic mathematical skills.
• Pre‑employment drug screening in compliance with state regulations required.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record without restrictions required.

• Understanding of environmental services, including investigations, data collection and design, environmental assessments, and sampling methods is preferred.
• Familiarity with MS Office, AutoCAD, Civil 3D, ArcGIS, and HEC programs is a plus.
• OSHA 40‑hour HAZWOPER training and current 8‑hour refresher training is a plus.

• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 40 pounds occasionally.
• Ability to travel and perform field work (approx. < 25% of travel required).
• Ability to walk across variable terrain, including uneven ground, in all weather conditions (hot/cold temperatures, loud noises, heavy equipment, etc.) for field work, sampling, and oversight.
• Occasional periods of time sitting or standing at a desk and using a computer. Frequent periods of time walking, lifting, and bending.

• This position is based out of the Henderson, NV office and will have office and field responsibilities.
• Field work will include work to be performed outside, as a result may include working in various environmental factors (weather, altitude, terrain, noise, etc.). This can include remaining stationary for long periods of time, walking, bending, lifting, and sitting for site assessments, sampling, oversight, and other field activities.
• Office work will include extended periods sitting or standing at a desk and using a computer.

• Full‑time, Monday through Friday work schedule (40 hours). Occasionally extended hours may be required based on project and/or client needs.
• Work will be performed in an office and field setting.

• Comprehensive and market‑competitive benefits.
• Tetra Tech offers the following optional benefits:
  Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Long & Short‑Term Disability, Health & Dependent Care Flexible Spending.
  
  Financial Benefits:
  
  Group Term Life, Optional Group Term Life Insurance, Business Travel Accident Insurance, Health Savings Account, 401K, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Time Off with Pay, Employee Assistance Program, Adoption Assistance, Leaves of…