Environmental Geologist Cover Letter

In response to your job posting for environmental geologist, I am including this letter and my resume for your review.

In my previous role, I was responsible for technical support for environmental assessment and remediation projects related to soil, groundwater, and soil vapor.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• Strong understanding of accepted sampling and analytical techniques
• Knowledge of PADEP/NJDEP, CERCLA, and RCRA regulations
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, organization and multi-tasking skills
• Possess a valid driver’s license in good standing and reliable transportation for job site locations
• Field experience including vapor gas / soil / groundwater sampling strongly preferred
• Experience conducting Phase I, II and III environmental site assessment including drilling observation, sampling, well installation, construction/remediation oversight
• In-depth knowledge and understanding of California regulations, including CERCLA and RCRA
• Effectively manage projects from concept through completion

I submit this application to express my sincere interest in the environmental geologist position.

In the previous role, I was responsible for construction oversight support on environmental remediation projects, and operations and maintenance of environmental remediation systems.

Please consider my experience and qualifications for this position:

• OSHA 40 training, with 8hr
• Prepare technical reports, memos, response to comments tables, and diagrams
• Analyze chemistry and environmental data
• Interface with clients, subcontractors, community groups, and internal customers
• Working knowledge of HDOH Office of Environmental Quality Control (OEQC) processes and procedures for EA and EIS
• Working knowledge of State of Hawaii and county permitting processes and procedures
• Walk around project sites and carry up to 35 pounds of equipment (such as sampling tools, GPS unit, field screening equipment and cameras) during field work
• Complete field sampling and monitoring with various media (soil, groundwater, surface water, sediment, soil gas, and air)

In response to your job posting for environmental geologist, I am including this letter and my resume for your review.

Previously, I was responsible for oversight on environmental remediation projects, and operations and maintenance of environmental remediation systems.

Please consider my experience and qualifications for this position:

• Excellent verbal and written communication, organizational and multi-tasking skills
• Working knowledge of MS Word, Excel, and related environmental software
• A valid driver’s license in good standing and reliable transportation for job site locations
• Field experience including soil gas / soil / remediation, groundwater sampling strongly preferred
• Previous experience with task management to include controlling scope, schedule, budget, and ensuring adherence to Health and Safety Requirements
• Working familiarity with CERCLA, RCRA, TSCA, or State level regulated remediation (e.g., State Voluntary Remediation Programs)
• Previous experience with subcontractor procurement and management (e.g., preparation of request for bids, preparation of scope of work, ensure work is completed in accordance with scope of work and H&S requirements)
• Familiarity with Trimble GPS Unit and ArcGIS

I am excited to be applying for the position of environmental geologist. Please accept this letter and the attached resume as my interest in this position.

Previously, I was responsible for oversight of contractors (drilling and remediation contractors) for advancement of soil and rock borings, installation of groundwater monitoring wells, and soil remediation/excavation projects.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• Professional Wetland Scientist and/or Certified Professional in Erosion and Sedimentation Control
• Army Corps of Engineers Wetland Delineation / Regional Supplement Training
• Collection of waste characterization samples for profiling water, soils, sludges, for proper disposal
• Report writing, data organization, and presentation
• Experienced in soil and groundwater sampling, monitoring well drilling and construction management
• GIS/CAD experience
• Aquifer testing, groundwater/fate and transport modeling
• Geophysical instrumentation/interpretation

I would like to submit my application for the environmental geologist opening. Please accept this letter and the attached resume.

Previously, I was responsible for technical level support for environmental remediation system designs, oversight of remedial actions, installation of remedial systems, operations and maintenance, etc.

My experience is an excellent fit for the list of requirements in this job:

• Utilize a computer in an office environment to complete office-based tasks
• Drive on a regular basis and will require passing a motor vehicle record (MVR) background check
• Experience directing / overseeing crews conducting monitor well installation using a variety of drilling methods
• Experience groundwater sampling using traditional and low-flow methods
• Not averse to overnight travel
• BS in Engineering (civil, chemical, or environmental preferred) or Geology (environmental focus preferred)
• BS in geology or environmental, civil, or chemical engineering
• Prior research experience in contaminated media or remediation technology