Junior Soils Scientist - Field Surveys & Reports

Soils, Inc; Hartfield (VA); Vor Ort; USD 32.000 - 52.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401k options

Paid time off

Career development

Competitive pay

Valued workplace

Zusammenfassung

Soils Inc. in Virginia is seeking an Assistant Soils Scientist I to support soil surveys, sampling, and documentation for septic system design. You will work under senior soil scientists, collect field data, and prepare reports and site sketches using MS Office.

The role offers hands-on fieldwork, learning opportunities in septic design, and a supportive team culture focused on quality and community service.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor’s degree in soil-related field.
• Basic knowledge of soil science and classification (e.g., USDA Taxonomy).
• Strong attention to detail and data recording.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather and terrain.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean record.
• Ability to lift equipment (30 lbs or more).
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Aufgaben

• Assist in soil surveys, field investigations, and laying out drainfields.
• Describe and classify soils using standard methods (horizon, texture, structure, color).
• Prepare technical reports, site sketches and documentation.
• Use GPS and field equipment to document sampling sites.
• Complete soils summaries and profiles in MS Office.
• Follow safety protocols during fieldwork.
• Ensure vehicle is equipped with necessary materials before leaving office.
• Begin training on septic design and health department packages.
• Assist with preparation of as-builts and completion documents.

Kenntnisse

Attention to detail

Data recording

Outdoor work

Communication skills

Driver’s license

Lifting 30 lbs

Fast-paced environment

Ausbildung

Bachelor’s degree in Soil Science, Environmental Science, Agronomy, Geology, or related

Jobbeschreibung

Soils Inc. in Virginia is seeking an Assistant Soils Scientist I to support soil surveys, sampling, and documentation for septic system design. You will work under senior soil scientists, collect field data, and prepare reports and site sketches using MS Office.

The role offers hands-on fieldwork, learning opportunities in septic design, and a supportive team culture focused on quality and community service.