Entry Level Environmental Scientist

Resource Options, Inc.; Mountain Lakes (NJ); On-site; USD 34,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Resource Options, Inc. seeks an Entry-Level Environmental Scientist to support environmental investigation and remediation projects across New Jersey.

You will gain hands-on experience in soil, groundwater, and vapor intrusion sampling, soil logging, and monitoring well installation while working with seasoned professionals. Based in New Jersey, you will spend 80–85% of your time in the field, developing technical knowledge and advancing toward greater project responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Geology, or a related field is required.
• 1–3 years of relevant environmental field experience preferred; recent graduates are encouraged to apply.
• Basic understanding of environmental sampling techniques, including soil and groundwater.

Responsibilities

• Conduct soil and groundwater sampling in accordance with environmental regulations and best practices.
• Assist with vapor intrusion investigations and sampling.
• Perform soil logging and document soil properties and subsurface conditions during field investigations.
• Assist with monitoring well installations, development, and sampling.
• Provide field oversight during drilling and well installation activities.
• Conduct environmental site assessments, inspections, and monitoring activities.
• Maintain accurate field notes, sampling documentation, and chain‑of‑custody forms.
• Collect, organize, and manage field data for use in technical reports.
• Assist project managers and senior environmental professionals with environmental investigations and remediation projects.
• Learn and assist with preparation of environmental reports and documentation for submission to the NJDEP.
• Follow all applicable health and safety procedures while working in the field.
• Travel to project sites throughout New Jersey, with approximately 80–85% of the position spent in the field.
• Develop technical knowledge and progressively take on greater project responsibilities with experience.

Skills

Environmental sampling

Field work outdoors

Documentation

MS Office

HAZWOPER familiarity

Education

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science or Geology

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

We are seeking an Entry-Level Environmental Scientist to join our team and support environmental investigation and remediation projects throughout New Jersey. The Environmental Scientist will gain hands‑on experience conducting field investigations, including soil, groundwater, and vapor intrusion sampling, soil logging, and monitoring well installation activities. This is an excellent opportunity to develop a strong technical foundation early in your career while working alongside experienced environmental professionals. High‑performing individuals will have a clear path toward increased project responsibility and long‑term growth into Project Management.

Now in our 4th decade, Resource Options, Inc. (“ROI”) partners with Design, Construction, Environmental, and Real Estate professionals to help them identify great opportunities within their area of expertise. With offices throughout New England, New York and New Jersey, ROI seeks candidates interested in rewarding careers with companies serving the natural and built environments. Representative positions include carpenters, electricians, laborers, pipefitters, plumbers, OSHA 40 technicians, CDL drivers, lab pack chemists, HEO’s, w/ww operators, analytical chemists, environmental scientists, safety professionals, land surveyors, M/E/P engineers, civil, structural and geotechnical engineers, architects and interior designers, project managers, estimators, superintendents, OPM representatives, property managers, facility maintenance technicians and more.

ROI provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.

ROI intends to provide a safe and drug‑free work environment for our employees and our clients; as such you may be required to take a pre‑employment drug screen before beginning employment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct soil and groundwater sampling in accordance with environmental regulations and best practices.
• Assist with vapor intrusion investigations and sampling.
• Perform soil logging and document soil properties and subsurface conditions during field investigations.
• Assist with monitoring well installations, development, and sampling.
• Provide field oversight during drilling and well installation activities.
• Conduct environmental site assessments, inspections, and monitoring activities.
• Maintain accurate field notes, sampling documentation, and chain‑of‑custody forms.
• Collect, organize, and manage field data for use in technical reports.
• Assist project managers and senior environmental professionals with environmental investigations and remediation projects.
• Learn and assist with preparation of environmental reports and documentation for submission to the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP).
• Follow all applicable health and safety procedures while working in the field.
• Travel to project sites throughout New Jersey, with approximately 80–85% of the position spent in the field.
• Develop technical knowledge and progressively take on greater project responsibilities with experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Geology, or a related field required.
• 1–3 years of relevant environmental field experience preferred; recent graduates are encouraged to apply.
• Basic understanding of environmental sampling techniques, including soil and groundwater.
• Strong interest in environmental consulting, environmental investigation, and remediation.
• Ability to work outdoors and in the field under varying conditions.
• Strong organizational and documentation skills.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in both field and office settings.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• OSHA 40‑Hour HAZWOPER certification is a plus, but not required.

Pay Range - $25.00/hr. - $28.00/hr.