Environmental Scientist: Field & Project Specialist

SOCOTEC US

San Jose (CA)

On-site

USD 95,000 - 135,000

Full time

14 days+
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Job summary

SOCOTEC US is seeking a Staff or Senior Staff-Level Environmental Professional for our Alameda or San Jose, California office. The role balances field work, site assessments, and office tasks to support environmental projects.

Responsibilities include soil, soil vapor, and groundwater sampling; borehole logging; air monitoring; data compilation; and report preparation. Candidates should have strong writing and communication skills and familiarity with ASTM standards.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Geology, Environmental Science, Engineering, or related field.
  • Current OSHA HAZWOPER training is preferred.
  • Experience with fieldwork on environmental projects.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct field tasks: site reconnaissance, soil and groundwater sampling, borehole logging, and well installation.
  • Prepare daily field reports and coordinate subcontractors/vendors.
  • Review historical information and environmental databases for reports.
  • Assist with report preparation and project documentation.
  • Coordinate interviews with site owners/users via phone/email; manage task budgets.

Skills

Soil sampling
Groundwater sampling
Borehole logging
Air monitoring
Subcontractor oversight
Data compilation
Report preparation
Budget management
ASTM E1527-21
ASTM E1903-11
Construction site experience
Interviews with site owners
Microsoft Word
Microsoft Excel
Communication skills
Independent and collaborative work

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Geology
Environmental Science
Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Word
Microsoft Excel

Job description

SOCOTEC US is seeking a Staff or Senior Staff-Level Environmental Professional for our Alameda or San Jose, California office. The role balances field work, site assessments, and office tasks to support environmental projects.

Responsibilities include soil, soil vapor, and groundwater sampling; borehole logging; air monitoring; data compilation; and report preparation. Candidates should have strong writing and communication skills and familiarity with ASTM standards.

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