Entry-Level Environmental QA Specialist: Field & Data

Onterris, Inc.; Knoxville (TN); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Onterris, Inc. is seeking an Entry-Level Environmental QA Professional to join our Knoxville, TN office. The role focuses on environmental data processes, field sampling, data review, and interpretation across regulatory settings. Strong writing and communication are essential as you support QA and reporting tasks.

The position offers field work with some travel (20-30%), safety training, and opportunities to grow within environmental programs and project support activities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Geology, or related field.
• 1–2 years of field sampling experience preferred.
• Familiarity with Sampling Analysis Plans or QA plans a plus.
• Strong Microsoft Office skills and excellent written/verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Conduct field inspections, oversights, sampling and related activities per regulatory standards as directed.
• Assist in developing project control documents, writing technical reports, performing data interpretation, reviewing permits, and graphical presentations.
• Review Chain-of-Custody records, field data and laboratory receipt information for accuracy and completeness.
• Track project hours and deliverables for environmental samples; communicate with Project Manager about issues and schedule adherence.
• Maintain safety practices and confidentiality; travel 20–30% as required.

Skills

Field sampling

Data QA/QC

Microsoft Office

Written communication

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Geology, or related field

Job description

Onterris, Inc. is seeking an Entry-Level Environmental QA Professional to join our Knoxville, TN office. The role focuses on environmental data processes, field sampling, data review, and interpretation across regulatory settings. Strong writing and communication are essential as you support QA and reporting tasks.

The position offers field work with some travel (20-30%), safety training, and opportunities to grow within environmental programs and project support activities.