Field Environmental Scientist — Outdoor Sampling & Remediation

Sovereign Consulting Inc.; St. Louis, Northern (MO, KY); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Sovereign Consulting Inc. seeks an Environmental Scientist/Field Technician for the St. Louis, MO area. This full-time role involves fieldwork across groundwater, surface water, soil and sediment sampling, operating remediation systems, and data collection with on-site teams.

Qualifications include 0–3+ years in the field, an associate or bachelor’s in a related field, OSHA HAZWOPER training (or ability to obtain), and a valid driver's license. A strong safety record is essential.

Qualifications

• 0–3+ years of related fieldwork experience.
• OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER certification required, will train the right candidate.
• Must have a good driving record and be able to drive a company vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Perform environmental sampling (groundwater, surface water, sediment, soil, soil gas).
• Record field notes for each task performed.
• Perform remediation system operational monitoring and basic maintenance.
• Handle other related duties assigned.
• Full-time daily position located at project site office in Wood River, IL, working with on-site team.
• Company vehicle provided at project site for driving onsite.
• Occasional travel to other project sites may be required.
• Adhere to Health & Safety Standards in all field activities.

Skills

Fieldwork

Groundwater sampling

HAZWOPER safety

Education

Associate's/Bachelor's degree

Related field degree preferred

Job description

Sovereign Consulting Inc. seeks an Environmental Scientist/Field Technician for the St. Louis, MO area. This full-time role involves fieldwork across groundwater, surface water, soil and sediment sampling, operating remediation systems, and data collection with on-site teams.

Qualifications include 0–3+ years in the field, an associate or bachelor’s in a related field, OSHA HAZWOPER training (or ability to obtain), and a valid driver's license. A strong safety record is essential.