We are hiring a Field Scientist in our Bloomington, MN location. As a Field Scientist, the role may include field oversight and documentation, sample collection, data logging, remediation oversight and reporting.
Responsibilities
- Perform asbestos‑containing materials, lead paint, and other miscellaneous hazardous materials inspection.
- Perform Environmental Site Assessments and conduct building material sampling
- Oversee asbestos, lead, and other remediation efforts and coordinate monitoring and testing services to attain regulatory compliance
- Conduct screening of soil and groundwater for various environmental impacts
- Demonstrate understanding of construction-related activities and associated safe-work practices
- Document test results and reviews test data for accuracy and completeness
- Assist with data collection and report preparation
- Work with project manager and client to ensure project objectives are met
- Travel to local and regional project sites
- Assist senior staff with various environmental regulatory matters for clients
- Assist regional environmental staff as needed to manage team workload
Skills
- Data analysis, proficient in Microsoft platform Applications
- Written and verbal communication skills
- Attention to detail
- Demonstrates problem solving and critical thinking skills
- Demonstrate basic knowledge of regulatory compliance and reporting
- Mechanical aptitude
Education/Experience
Required
- Associate’s degree in engineering, geology, environmental studies; or related degree. 2 years of experience in the environmental consulting industry or related filed may count for the Associate’s degree.
- 0 to 1 years of experience in environmental consulting industry.
- Must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
- Must have a valid driver’s license, clean driving history and be willing to use personal vehicle on company projects as required.
- Must be available to travel up to 20%
Preferred
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, geology, environmental studies; or related degree.
- Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) Asbestos Inspector preferred.
- MDH Asbestos Site Supervisor preferred.
- MDH Asbestos Air Sampling preferred.
- NIOSH 582 equivalency course preferred.
- MDH Lead Risk Assessor preferred.
- OSHA HAZWOPER preferred.
- Experience w/field data collection, investigation, and remediation oversight preferred.
Braun Intertec is a Drug-Free Workplace and requires all new hires to complete a pre-employment drug screen test, criminal background check, and motor vehicle report.
Braun Intertec employees are encouraged to expand their skills and certifications through company provided training and mentoring.
Braun Intertec offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, including: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan, PTO, Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP), and paid holidays.
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Compensation Range:
$50,000.00 - $74,000.00As an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran or disability status.
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Skills Required
- Associate's degree in engineering, geology, environmental studies or related degree (or equivalent: 2 years relevant experience may substitute)
- 0 to 1 years of experience in the environmental consulting industry
- Perform asbestos, lead paint, and other hazardous materials inspections and environmental site assessments
- Oversee remediation efforts and coordinate monitoring and testing to attain regulatory compliance
- Conduct soil and groundwater screening and building material sampling; document and review test data for accuracy
- Proficient in data analysis and Microsoft platform applications
- Written and verbal communication skills, attention to detail, problem solving, critical thinking, and mechanical aptitude
- Must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
- Valid driver's license, clean driving history, and willingness to use personal vehicle for company projects
- Must be available to travel up to 20%
- Pass pre-employment drug screen, criminal background check, and motor vehicle report
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, geology, environmental studies or related degree
- Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) Asbestos Inspector certification
- MDH Asbestos Site Supervisor certification
- MDH Asbestos Air Sampling certification
- NIOSH 582 equivalency course
- MDH Lead Risk Assessor certification
- OSHA HAZWOPER certification
- Experience with field data collection, investigation, and remediation oversight
Braun Intertec Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Equity Value & Accessibility — Employee ownership via an ESOP allows employees to share in company performance as a long‑term value component.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) with company match and profit sharing provides structured support for long‑term financial security.
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Healthcare Strength — Medical, dental, and vision coverage are offered alongside wellness initiatives, forming a comprehensive healthcare package.
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What We Do
Braun Intertec is proud to be an employee-owned geotechnical engineering, environmental consulting, and testing firm which has grown to over 1,000 employee-owners. Our vision is to be both the consultant of choice and employer of choice. At Braun Intertec, our employees own the company through an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). Our employee-owner culture is a driver of our success. Because our employee-owners have a financial interest in the company, they have a vested interest in delivering quality services to our clients. The ESOP model is supported by developing programs that compensate, communicate to and inspire others to “think and act like owners.” We work to build a community of employee-owners through team-building events and activities. Our workplace is full of engaged employee-owners who value and encourage a healthy workplace. At our firm, we promote employee health to encourage a productive lifestyle both at work and at home. Our wellness initiatives continue to have a positive impact on the lives and well-being of our people. We offer a variety of health management resources and tools focused on diet, nutrition, exercise, education, and disease-management. In addition, we continue to identify tools that address the health needs and priorities that are important to our employee-owners
