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Olgoonik is a strong family of professional contracting companies established to create benefits for our Alaska Native shareholders and fueled by the belief that to do so our operations must remain of the highest quality, our employees qualified and principled, and our commitment to safety and every client’s mission unconditional.

From our roots in Alaska’s Arctic to our operations in South America, Europe, Asia, Africa and the Middle East, our experienced and dependable workforce consistently delivers results through a sharp combination of innovation and practicality.

Hydrogeologist

FPM is a full-service environmental and engineering consulting firm established on Long Island and is presently seeking a full-time Entry Level (0 to 2 yrs. experience) Hydrogeologist/Geologist at its headquarters in Bohemia, NY.

The selected candidate, under the supervision of senior project staff, will be responsible for completing field and office tasks including, but not limited to, contractor oversight, community air monitoring, sampling of soil, groundwater, sediment and soil vapor, reviewing and interpreting analytical data, and assisting with the preparation of technical reports.  The candidate should be eager to learn existing and new regulatory programs, take on new tasks, and be open to learning new skills and working closely with others. 

Primary Responsibilities:

·    Assist with the preparation of Phase I Environmental Site Assessments.

·    Conduct groundwater, soil, and sediment sampling.

·    Conduct indoor air and soil vapor sampling for soil vapor intrusion investigations.

·     Conduct operation and maintenance of remedial and sub-slab depressurization systems

·     Oversee and direct drilling/direct-push contractors for soil borings, monitoring wells, temporary wells, soil vapor points, and sub-slab vapor points.

·     Oversight of remedial projects, including underground storage tank removals, remedial system installations, and soil/sediment excavation.

·      Prepare status reports for ongoing projects for senior staff.

·      Learn to operate and maintain field meters and equipment, including oil/water interface  probes, PID, LEL, dust meters, multi-parameter water quality meters, submersible sampling pumps, low flow sampling pumps, and hand augers.

·     Maintain detailed field notes and logs.

·     Excellent time management skills.

·     Manage multiple assigned tasks concurrently.

·     Assist senior staff with preparation of technical reports, including the preparation of analytical data tables and graphs and report figures.

·      Work both independently and in a team environment.

·     Work safely and in accordance with established health and safety protocols.

 

Education and/or Experience:

·      bachelor’s degree in Hydrogeology/Geology or related environmental field.

 

 Knowledge, skills and abilities:

·    Excellent communication, analytical, and field sampling skills.

·    Excellent writing skills.

·     Motivated to learn new sampling methods, use new equipment, and become proficient with computer software programs.

·     Good working knowledge with MS Office (primarily Excel and Word), Adobe and database software programs. Knowledge of GIS and AutoCAD a plus.

 

 Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

·         OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER Certification a plus.

 

Security Clearance:

·         Must be U.S. Citizens for access approvals.

 

Physical Demands:

·      Must be physically capable of performing job duties and be able to lift 50 lbs safely and effectively.

 

Travel:

·      Able to routinely travel to job sites throughout NYC, LI and Westchester County.

·      Must maintain a valid driver’s license and operate a personal vehicle.

 

 Work Environment: 

·     The position will include a mix of in-office and field tasks.

·      Must adhere to Drug/alcohol screening, a driver’s license check and a background check when required.

 

 This is a full-time position that offers a comprehensive benefits package, including healthcare, vision and dental coverage plans, life insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, a tuition reimbursement program, and paid sick leave, holidays and vacation.

Additional Details: Subsidiary: FMRGroup, FPMG FLSA: Exempt Requisition Nbr: 2014454 Olgoonik is an Equal Opportunity Employer - EEO, including disability/vets

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.  As an Alaska Native Corporation, Olgoonik provides hiring preference to Olgoonik shareholders, descendants, and their spouses to the extent allowed by law.  

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