Environmental Chemist : Field & Lab Compliance

Chemist I

Provides entry-level chemical and analytical support across installation environmental programs, including hazardous waste/`RCRA`, wastewater/`NPDES`, hazardous building materials (asbestos, `PCB`, lead), radon, and related compliance activities. Supports sampling events, laboratory coordination, data quality review, and defensible reporting under approved quality systems to help the Government meet permit and regulatory requirements.

Compensation & Benefits:

Estimated Starting Salary Range for Chemist I:

Pay commensurate with experience.

Full time benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, and other possible benefits as provided.

Benefits are subject to change with or without notice.

Chemist I Responsibilities Include:

• Support waste characterization and profile development through sampling coordination and analytical review to support proper hazardous waste determinations consistent with `40 CFR 261`.
• Coordinate field/lab testing (analysis) under an approved `QAPP` (approved by the Contractor `QAM` and accepted by the NSWC Crane EP `QAM`, applicable `IEPD`, and applicable Environmental Media Manager) prior to any sampling or analysis activities.
• Prepare sampling documentation packages (sample plans, bottle orders, preservation requirements, chain-of-custody forms) and coordinate sample shipment/drop-off and hold-time tracking with laboratories.
• Review and organize laboratory data packages for completeness and quality (e.g., method references, QA/QC summaries, detection limits, qualifiers, and nonconformance documentation) and elevate data quality concerns to senior staff.
• Support characterization analyses using appropriate methods (as applicable), including `EPA SW-846`, hazardous waste characteristic testing, `TCLP`, and `PCB` analyses; compile results for reporting and waste profile documentation.
• Support `NPDES`/water program sampling events by coordinating required lab analyses, tracking results, and organizing data for submittal (including support for `NetDMR` data entry under direction/review of the program lead).
• Support `PCB` inspections/sampling programs by coordinating mixed-media and oil sample analyses; compile analytical results and provide result packages to the designated Government program manager as directed.
• Support lead sampling programs (including paint and mixed media) by coordinating lab analysis and organizing results for renovation/demolition decision support.
• Support radon sampling programs by tracking device deployment/retrieval logs, coordinating vendor/lab processing, and organizing results and follow-up documentation.
• Draft technical inputs and supporting attachments for reports, permit inputs, and data calls, including clear summaries of analytical methods, results, and key findings.
• Maintain organized electronic and hardcopy program records (lab reports, chain-of-custody, calibration logs where applicable, data summaries, and correspondence) to support audits and inspections.
• Follow site safety requirements and applicable training standards; use required PPE and safe handling practices when working around chemicals, waste containers, or industrial environments.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned

Chemist I Experience, Education, Skills, Abilities requested:

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Environmental Chemistry, or a closely related field.
• 0-3 years of relevant experience supporting environmental sampling programs, laboratory analysis, data validation/QA review, or environmental compliance support (internship experience counts).
• Familiarity with environmental analytical concepts, including QA/QC, detection limits, data qualifiers, and chain-of-custody practices.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to produce accurate, well-organized data summaries and documentation.
• Proficiency with standard office tools (spreadsheets, word processing, and `PDF` review tools).
• Familiarity with `RCRA` waste characterization and `40 CFR 261` determinations.
• Working knowledge of `EPA SW-846` methods and common environmental analyses (e.g., metals, `VOC/SVOC`, `TCLP`, `PCB`).
• Experience supporting water/wastewater monitoring and electronic reporting systems (e.g., `NetDMR`).
• `40-hour HAZWOPER` (or ability to obtain, if required by the site).
• Must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal

Preferred Qualifications:

Company Information:

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