Technical Specialist to Assistant Scientist

Integral Consulting Inc • Santa Cruz, CA

1h

About The Position

Integral Consulting Inc. is a science and engineering firm delivering sound technical solutions to meet today’s challenges in the health, environmental, and natural resource arenas. We are a values-driven collaborative team that is as passionate about company culture as we are about the work we do for our clients. Since our founding in 2002, we have operated with a demonstrated commitment to the well-being, diversity, and professional development of our staff and an equal commitment to strong partnerships with our clients and teaming partners. We are a company where people come to solve today’s toughest environmental challenges through innovative ideas, exceptional teamwork, and dedication to accuracy and technical quality.
We are currently seeking an early career Technical Specialist or Assistant Scientist to join our Sediment and Water Investigations and Monitoring team, with a mission to provide scientific, quantitative data and evaluations focused on key issues surrounding the environment for design, permitting, monitoring, or compliance purposes. Our projects are primarily focused on coastal, estuarine, and terrestrial watersheds. Under the direction of senior scientists, you assist scientists in the performance of water, stormwater, and sediment sampling; testing; and report preparation.

Requirements

• Candidates should hold a B.A. or B.S. in environmental science or a related science, or have at least 3 years of experience in a related technical field.
• Demonstrated strong personal initiative towards projects, critical thinking, and problem solving
• Adherence to quality control and quality assurance procedures to ensure data integrity
• Laboratory-level attention to detail and interest in wet laboratory management
• Effective and professional communication with clients and coworkers
• Adherence to company, project, state, and federal safety policies
• Flexibility with work hours as required to meet project needs
• Affinity for working outdoors in all weather conditions, with some nights and weekends
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting documents, such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
• Ability to follow technical prescriptive sampling direction requirements
• Ability to accurately document activities and standard scientific observations
• A valid U.S. driver's license (or ability to obtain one upon hire) and a clean driving record. If a driver’s license cannot be obtained, reliable transportation to project and field sites is required
• Ability to lift and carry items of varying weights as required by the job, occasionally up to 40 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation
• Proficiency with Microsoft® Office products Word and Excel
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Desire to grow both intellectually and professionally
• Strong organizational abilities
• Ability to work both independently and within a multidisciplinary team of scientists and engineers

Responsibilities

• Collecting river, creek, ocean, and stormwater samples
• Collecting sediment and water samples both on land and from boats
• Executing laboratory bottle cleaning procedures and maintaining facility organization
• Maintaining accurate field and laboratory logs
• Installing and operating water collection equipment and electronic monitoring equipment
• Maintaining and troubleshooting field equipment
• Maintaining warehouse organization and operations

Benefits

• company-subsidized (employee and family) medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) participation with a company match of 1% to 4% of annual compensation
• company-paid life and short- and long-term disability insurance
• paid sick leave (10 days)
• paid vacation (10 days)
• paid holidays (9 days) per year
• the potential for an annual discretionary bonus based on company performance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level