Staff Geologist / Scientist I

Roux Environmental Engineering And Geology, D.P.C; Village of Islandia (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) profit sharing

Flexible Spending Accounts

Paid Time Off

Parental Leave

Life/Disability insurance

Job summary

Roux Environmental Engineering And Geology, D.P.C. in Islandia, NY is seeking an entry-level field technician to support environmental investigation and remediation projects under the Project Manager.

The role involves field sampling, well installation, soil boring logs, data tables, and coordination with subcontractors, with 0–2 years experience and a Bachelor's degree required. Competitive benefits include medical, dental and vision coverage, 401(k), paid time off, parental leave and flexible

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant technical field is required.
• Typically 0–2 years of experience in environmental field work.
• Ability to safely perform field activities including proper sampling techniques and supervising subcontractors.

Responsibilities

• Field Activities: calibrate sampling/monitoring equipment, soil sampling, well installation, groundwater sampling, and oversight of subcontractors.
• Project Assistance: assist in data tables, soil logs, figures and sections of technical reports.

Skills

0-2 years experience

Field sampling & site supervision

Analytical mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree in relevant technical field

Job description

Roux Environmental Engineering And Geology, D.P.C

Job Type: Regular Full Time
Education: Bachelor's Degree
Category: Scientific
Date Opened: 9/8/2026
Organizational Unit: New York - DPC (P.R.01.0.00)

Position Overview

This position will assist the project team and Project Manager in providing field support, and technical assistance on environmental investigation and remediation projects.

Position Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in relevant technical field.
• Typically requires 0-2 years of experience.
• Ability to safely perform various routine field activities including but not limited to applying proper sampling techniques for all environmental media and overseeing and directing subcontractors.
• Exhibits strong work ethic, positive attitude, and general enthusiasm for the work.
• Entry level data evaluation and analytical skills.

Essential Duties

• Field Activities:
  • Assists other technical staff in calibration of sampling/monitoring equipment, soil sampling, well installation, development and purging, groundwater sampling, vapor/indoor air sampling, remediation monitoring, and oversight.

• Project Assistance:
  • Assists project team in preparation and review of data tables, soil boring logs, and figures and other components of technical reports.

Physical Demands/Work Environment Conditions

This position works predominantly in the field working independently or as part of a larger team at exterior project sites (i.e., industrial/brownfield facilities, monitoring wells, treatment systems, construction projects) to perform sample collection, recording of operational/meter parameters, and oversight of subcontractors (e.g., drillers, heavy equipment operators, truckers). These field activities require the ability to drive to different project sites and physically move around outdoors in various terrains, in adverse weather conditions and occasionally for extended or irregular hours. Conducting work involves the use of hand-held monitoring instruments and tools, as well as water sampling equipment, which requires the ability to routinely lift and carry objects, stand, walk, reach, bend, squat, kneel and twist. Office work is primarily stationary/sedentary using a computer and keyboard/mouse requiring repetitive hand movements.

Base Salary Range: $65,000 - $75,000. This salary range is based on what Roux in good faith believes it might pay at the time of posting for this position and for this geographic location. Actual compensation may vary based on job-related factors such as relevant work experience, market conditions, education/training, certifications, skill sets, and internal equity. In addition, this position is eligible for performance bonuses based on individual job performance and the profitability of the firm.

Roux offers a comprehensive benefits package for this position including:

• Medical, dental, and vision care coverage for employees and eligible dependents
• 401(k) profit sharing plan with employer match
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Company paid life insurance and disability insurance
• Supplemental life, long-term care, accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off including holidays, vacation, and sick leave
• Paid Parental Leave

Roux is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, sex, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or protected veteran status; and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Roux will take steps to assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. Accordingly, if reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, or to perform the essential functions of the position, please contact [e-mail].

Location

Islandia, NY DPC - Islandia, NY 11749 US (Primary) New York City - New York, NY 10018 US