Field Geologist/Environmental Scientist

Oneatlas; Grand Rapids, Northern (MI, KY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental and vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation and holidays

Life, AD&D and Disability insurance

Safety PPE provided

Tuition reimbursement and development

Job summary

Atlas is hiring a Field Geologist/Environmental Scientist to collect accurate field data, conduct soil boring and groundwater work, and produce defensible reports for remediation projects. You will support Phase II ESAs and adhere to strict safety standards while traveling to local and occasional out-of-town sites.

The role emphasizes precise data collection, regulatory-driven decisions, and capable field operations in diverse environments with a focus on quality, safety, and client outcomes.

Qualifications

• BS degree in geology, biology, hydrology, environmental science, or earth science.
• Ability to travel to local and occasional out-of-town project sites.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Word, Excel and Outlook.
• OSHA HazWOPER certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct soil boring and groundwater monitoring well drilling and sampling activities.
• Groundwater monitoring and sample collection.
• Soil gas monitoring point installation and sample collection.
• Underground storage tank removal soil sampling and data collection.
• Technical report production for the Petroleum/Remediation service line.
• Support Phase II Environmental Site Assessments for the Due Diligence Group.
• Adhere to Atlas’s Health and Safety policies and procedures.
• Occasional response to environmental emergencies/spills.

Skills

Strong written and verbalcommunication

Travel willingness

Valid driver’s license

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

HazWOPER (preferred)

Education

B.S. degree in geology, biology, hydrology, environmental science, earth science

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook

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 a Field Geologist/Environmental Scientist committed to doing meaningful work, then this is your moment. Staff in this role play a critical frontline role in collecting accurate field data that drives regulatory decisions, remediation strategies, and client project outcomes. They conduct sampling, site inspections, and field measurements that ensure compliance and keep projects on track. Success for this individual means delivering precise, defensible data, maintaining strong safety and quality standards, and adapting smoothly to changing site conditions. When they’re thriving, fieldwork is efficient and reports are accurate.
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

• Conduct soil boring and groundwater monitoring well drilling and sampling activities.
• Groundwater monitoring and sample collection.
• Soil gas monitoring point installation and sample collection.
• Underground storage tank removal soil sampling and data collection.
• Technical report production for the Petroleum / Remediation service line.
• Support Phase II Environmental Site assessments for the Due Diligence Group.
• Abide by Atlas’s Health and Safety policies and procedures.
• Occasional response to environmental emergencies/spills.

You’ll thrive here if you have

• B.S. Degree in geology, biology, hydrology, environmental science, earth science
• Possess physical strength, stamina and dexterity for repeatedly lifting and moving, stooping, bending, climbing, working in varying weather conditions at various remote sites with varying terrain.
• Adhere to Atlas and site-specific safety standards.
• Ability to travel to local and occasionally out of town project sites.
• Must have valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Knowledge of Microsoft programs such as Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Prefer spreadsheet and analytical familiarity.
• Prefer the following additional certification (not requirements): 40-hour OSHA HazWOPER Safety (will be provided).

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

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.

Notice to Third Party Agencies

Please note that Atlas Technical Consultants does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Recruitment Fee Agreement, Atlas will not consider or agree to payment of any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement, Atlas explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of Atlas.