EIR Environmental Scientist 1

Atlas Atlas•Fridley, MN

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Atlas is a trusted leader in environmental and infrastructure consulting services, providing 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. We're providing services that enable communities to flourish and thrive, and if you're an Environmental Scientist ready to collect environmental data, perform field sampling, and support project teams with a focus on safety, accuracy, and quality, then this is your opportunity to do meaningful work that makes a lasting impact. 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.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, Geology, Earth Science, Biology, Chemistry, or a closely related field.
Strong attention to detail and ability to follow written procedures and safety protocols.
Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel for basic data entry and documentation.
Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and lift/carry field equipment (up to approximately 40 lbs.).
Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record.
Willingness to travel for fieldwork within Minnesota and Wisconsin.
Ability to learn standard environmental field methods with on-the-job training.
Ability to accurately record field observations, complete forms, and maintain organized documentation.
Ability to follow instructions from senior staff for sampling, equipment use, and site procedures.
Basic understanding of environmental science concepts from coursework (soil, groundwater, geology), with all task-specific training provided.
Ability to use Microsoft Office for entering data, organizing photos, and supporting simple report components.
Ability to progress toward independently conducting routine groundwater monitoring or drilling oversight events within the first several months.
Willingness to perform a mix of field and office work, with the balance varying by season and workload.
Ability to travel for both local day-trips and occasional out-of-town field events.
Overnight travel varies by season and project workload, but typically occurs 1 to 2 times per month, with most overnight stays lasting 1 to 2 nights, and occasional trips up to 3 or 4 nights.
Strong communication skills and willingness to ask questions and learn from senior staff.
Dependability, punctuality, and a positive attitude toward growth and long-term development within the department.
Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

Assist with and, after training, independently conduct fieldwork including Asset Tagging, equipment inventories, chemical inventories, groundwater monitoring, soil sampling, vapor sampling, and drilling oversight.
Collect, label, and document samples in accordance with project procedures and regulatory guidance.
Maintain complete and accurate field notes, logs, photographs, and chain-of-custody documentation.
Perform data entry, organize field data, and assist with preparing tables, figures, and basic report components.
Follow site-specific health and safety plans and participate in job hazard analyses.
Communicate site conditions, schedule updates, and field observations to project managers and senior staff.
Prepare and maintain field equipment, coolers, and sampling supplies; assist with sample shipping and logistics.
Support project managers with coordination tasks and day-to-day project needs.