Environmental Scientist (Denver, CO)

RPG Resources, LLC (RPG) is a certified small business founded in 2019 that provides numerous professional services, primary in the Oil and Natural Gas Industry. RPG has offices in both Pittsburgh, PA and Denver, CO. Our expanding workload has created an immediate opportunity for an Environmental

Scientist position working in the Colorado DJ Basin.

JOB OVERVIEW

This position is for a highly motivated, independent and resourceful scientist looking to start on the ground floor of a fast-growing technical consulting firm. While working under our Wildlife Project Manager, this position will provide great experience and exposure to a wide range of natural resources projects, primarily focused in the Oil and Gas Industry. This position will be approximately 50% field-based / 50% office-based overall but will vary week by week based on seasonal fluctuations.

SALARY & BENEFITS

Full-time hourly, $24-28/hr (commensurate with experience & qualifications)

RPG offers an excellent benefits package including health and dental insurance, 401(k) with company matching, profit sharing, and incentive bonus program.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

• Apply natural resource management methods and principles to land development projects with a focus on oil and gas related projects;
• Conduct environmental site visits focusing on wildlife (raptors, migratory birds, other federal and state listed species), vegetation, and wetlands/WOUS;
• Monitor active nests or other wildlife during active construction projects as needed;
• Complete survey data forms (Survey123) and map wildlife data (ArcGIS Field Maps);
• Compile wildlife assessment reports and wildlife protection/mitigation plans;
• Work closely with team to support other field data collection and permit projects;
• Maintain an understanding and awareness of current and evolving Oil and Gas regulations, specifically as it pertains to wildlife compliance, surface disturbance, water and well permitting;
• May include soil and water compliance sampling;
• Potential opportunity for growth into assistant manager / coordinator role.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• A Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Environmental Science, Natural Resources, or related field or any combination of education, experience and training equivalent with a minimum of two to four years of natural resources work experience in Oil and Natural Gas or related field;
• Candidate must have a valid driver’s license;
• Ability to operate safely in remote areas, rough terrain, and sometimes extreme hot and cold conditions;
• Knowledge of State and Federal regulations related to but not limited to the following: MBTA, BGEPA, ESA, CWA;
• Ability to take direction and perform duties with good attitude as part of a team in sometimes difficult field conditions;
• Ability to work independently, communicate and coordinate with supervisors;
• Ability and willingness to interact with clients, contractors, agency personnel, and the public;
• Knowledge and ability to use Microsoft Office Suite programs;
• Ability to work 40+ hrs. per week, with occasional weekend work;

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• A Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Environmental Science, Natural Resources, or related field;
• Oil and Gas experience including Safeland Training;
• Experience with CO and Mountain West wildlife and vegetation;
• Clear and concise oral and written communication skills;
• Excellent organizational and leadership skills;
• Excellent technical writing skills;
• Experience with GIS, mapmaking and field data collection skills;
• Experience with using construction drawings and as-builts for onsite surveys.

PHYSICAL & OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• Must be able to pass background check and drug-screening test;
• Ability to withstand long periods of walking, standing, and sitting during fieldwork in all weather conditions;
• Ability to carry/lift 35-40lbs;
• Ability and willingness to work flexible office hours as well as travel out-of-state periodically and stay overnight near jobsite as project needs dictate;
• All required safety and other training required for the position will be provided by RPG.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $24.00 - $28.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Holidays
• Monday to Friday
• Night shift
• Overtime
• Weekend availability

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Denver, CO 80222: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: One location

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