EIR Environmental Scientist 1

Oneatlas; Fridley, Northern (MN, KY); Hybrid; USD 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Wellness

Time Off & Family Support

401(k) and company match

Life, AD&D, Disability insurance

Safety PPE and training

Learning & Development

Belonging groups

Flexible scheduling

Job summary

Atlas is seeking an Environmental Scientist to collect environmental data, perform field sampling, and support project teams with a focus on safety, accuracy, and quality. This role offers meaningful work within a dynamic, client- and community-focused environment.

You will work on field and office tasks, travel within Minnesota and Wisconsin, and grow toward independently conducting groundwater monitoring and drilling oversight events with training provided.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, geology, earth science, biology, chemistry, or a closely related field.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow written procedures and safety protocols.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel for basic data entry and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Assist with and, after training, independently conduct fieldwork including asset tagging, equipment inventories, chemical inventories, groundwater monitoring, soil sampling, vapor sampling, and drilling oversight.
• Collect, label, and document samples in accordance with project procedures and regulatory guidance.
• Maintain complete and accurate field notes, logs, photographs, and chain-of-custody documentation.
• Perform data entry, organize field data, and assist with preparing tables, figures, and basic report components.
• Follow site-specific health and safety plans and participate in job hazard analyses.
• Communicate site conditions, schedule updates, and field observations to project managers and senior staff.
• Prepare and maintain field equipment, coolers, and sampling supplies; assist with sample shipping and logistics.
• Support project managers with coordination tasks and day-to-day project needs.

Skills

Field sampling

Groundwater monitoring

Data entry

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Driver's license

Travel willingness

Safety procedures

Field notes

Education

Bachelor’s degree in environmental science or related field

Job description

At the heart of everything we do is our people. People who are masters of their fields. People who strive to deliver quality and excellence. People who make a difference in their communities.

Our employees believe in our purpose and know that our work ultimately makes the world a better place. When you bring your talents to Atlas, you become part of a national team of over 3,500 experienced engineers, environmental scientists, inspectors, and other professionals working to improve the infrastructure assets and natural environment in the communities where we live and work.

At Atlas, we’re committed to fostering a company culture that is welcoming for every employee.

Our People

Pushing the limits of what’s possible, we’re a place for intellectual curiosity.

Our employees believe in our purpose and know that our work ultimately makes the world a better place. When you bring your talents to Atlas, you become part of a national team of over 3,500 experienced engineers, environmental scientists, inspectors, and other professionals working to improve the infrastructure assets and natural environment in the communities where we live and work.

Your future at Atlas awaits – join us today!

Are you ready to work for one of the fastest growing infrastructure and environmental solutions companies in the country? Will you accept the challenge to innovate and solve complex and sophisticated problems? Do you want to grow as a professional, and transform and better the communities where you live and work?

Atlas is a trusted leader in environmental and infrastructure consulting services; we provide services that enable communities to flourish and thrive. With a team of 3,500 employees and offices throughout the US, we combine local expertise and a network of relationships to deliver solutions to both public and private clients. Our services help improve the quality of life in the communities where we live and work. We always aim for smart, safe, and sustainable results. At Atlas we understand that our future is everyone’s responsibility, and we create a better experience at every stage of a project.

Job Description

At Atlas, we're providing services that enable communities to flourish and thrive, and if you're an Environmental Scientist ready to collect environmental data, perform field sampling, and support project teams with a focus on safety, accuracy, and quality, then this is your opportunity to do meaningful work that makes a lasting impact. Join a dynamic, value-driven, client- and community-focused environment where your work creates a lasting positive impact for the people and communities we serve.

Core Responsibilities

Assist with and, after training, independently conduct fieldwork including Asset Tagging, equipment inventories, chemical inventories, groundwater monitoring, soil sampling, vapor sampling, and drilling oversight.

Collect, label, and document samples in accordance with project procedures and regulatory guidance.

Maintain complete and accurate field notes, logs, photographs, and chain-of-custody documentation.

Perform data entry, organize field data, and assist with preparing tables, figures, and basic report components.

Follow site-specific health and safety plans and participate in job hazard analyses.

Communicate site conditions, schedule updates, and field observations to project managers and senior staff.

Prepare and maintain field equipment, coolers, and sampling supplies; assist with sample shipping and logistics.

Support project managers with coordination tasks and day-to-day project needs.

You’ll thrive here if you have

Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, Geology, Earth Science, Biology, Chemistry, or a closely related field.

Strong attention to detail and ability to follow written procedures and safety protocols.

Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel for basic data entry and documentation.

Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and lift/carry field equipment (up to approximately 40 lbs.).

Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record.

Willingness to travel for fieldwork within Minnesota and Wisconsin.

Ability to learn standard environmental field methods with on-the-job training.

Ability to accurately record field observations, complete forms, and maintain organized documentation.

Ability to follow instructions from senior staff for sampling, equipment use, and site procedures.

Basic understanding of environmental science concepts from coursework (soil, groundwater, geology), with all task-specific training provided.

Ability to use Microsoft Office for entering data, organizing photos, and supporting simple report components.

Ability to progress toward independently conducting routine groundwater monitoring or drilling oversight events within the first several months.

Willingness to perform a mix of field and office work, with the balance varying by season and workload.

Ability to travel for both local day-trips and occasional out-of-town field events. Overnight travel varies by season and project workload, but typically occurs 1 to 2 times per month, with most overnight stays lasting 1 to 2 nights, and occasional trips up to 3 or 4 nights.

Strong communication skills and willingness to ask questions and learn from senior staff.

Dependability, punctuality, and a positive attitude toward growth and long-term development within the department.

Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

What you can expect from us

The A-Team Experience is our employee program focused on helping our people thrive professionally, personally and as part of a community. We trust our people to do great work and live fulfilling lives, and we provide resources that care for our people, both at work and in life:

• Health & Wellness: We offer medical, dental and vision coverage with multiple plan options, including no-cost employee-only medical coverage.
• Time Off & Family Support: We offer vacation time, paid holidays, sick & safety leave (SSL) and paid parental leave
• Retirement: We help employees plan for the future with a 401(k) and company match.
• Insurance: To provide protection and peace of mind, we offer Life, AD&D (Accidental Death & Dismemberment) and Disability insurance.
• Safety Program: We are committed to safety as part of our ‘quality of life’ core value, and we provide approved PPE at no cost and reimbursement for prescription safety glasses and protective footwear.
• Learning & Development: We provide clear career paths, learning resources and development programs allowing you to see how you can grow and advance within the company. We offer internal certifications on specific skills and support external credentials through tuition reimbursement.
• Belonging: We support Employee Communities (ECs), voluntary, employee-led groups that create connections, belonging and shared purposes.
• Flexibility: May vary by project demands and regional workloads, but we are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to help employees manage their personal and professional responsibilities.

Our people and our culture are central to our work. Our values bring us together, create a sense of belonging and give us purpose. They guide how we make decisions, how we work as a team and how we serve our clients.

Life: We enhance the quality of life. We value people and safety above all else.

Heart: As our hallmark, we act with compassion, empathy, and respect.

Trust: We work together as partners, doing what we say with full accountability.

Mastery: Always striving for the highest quality, greatness inspires our work.

About the Job

• Employment Type: Full-time
• Compensation: $21 - $26 hourly rate
  The expected salary range for the position is displayed in accordance with the state’s law. Final agreed upon compensation is based upon individual qualifications and experience.

EEO Statement

Atlas is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants without regard to race (including hairstyles, hair texture, hair type, or hair length commonly or historically associated with race), ethnicity, creed, religion or religious creed, color, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions or requests for pregnancy disability leave and/or family care leave), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship or immigration status, primary language, crime victim status, criminal conviction history, uniformed service member or veteran status, marital status, age, genetic information, disability or protected medical condition, genetics, political affiliation or activities, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.