Staff Environmental Geologist / Scientist / Engineer

TRC Companies, Inc. • Concord, CA

22h

About The Position

TRC, Member of WSP, is seeking a motivated, detail-oriented staff-level Environmental Geologist, Scientist, or Civil Engineer for its Engineering, Construction, and Remediation practice in Concord or Rancho Cordova, California. The position is suited to someone developing technical skills in environmental consulting, including environmental assessment and inspection, construction monitoring, data analysis, and reporting. The successful candidate will work under task or project manager supervision, collaborate with a regional team, and contribute to field and technical work.

The role includes supporting environmental assessments and investigations, remediation activities, technical documentation, field sampling and monitoring, storm water inspections, and environmental compliance. It involves up to approximately 50% local travel for fieldwork and project assignments.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Geology, Environmental Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• 3–7 years of relevant experience in environmental consulting or related areas.
• Experience with field data collection methods, including electronic collection of field observations, soil and rock logging, and soil, water, and air sampling.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Responsibility and accountability to complete assigned tasks.
• Ability to learn through on-the-job experience and retain knowledge for progressive development.
• Proficiency with MS Office, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Willingness to travel for fieldwork and project assignments, up to approximately 50% local travel.
• Valid driver's license.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment background check, drug screen, physical, and motor vehicle records check.
• Ability to lift 25 pounds.
• OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER certification, including a current annual refresher.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with data analysis and reporting.
• Familiarity with environmental sampling procedures.
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) or Geologist-in-Training (GIT) certification.
• Knowledge of California environmental regulations and permitting processes.
• Experience with AutoCAD or GIS.

Responsibilities

• Assist in conducting environmental site assessments and investigations.
• Support remediation planning and implementation activities.
• Prepare work plans, technical reports, proposals, and health and safety plans.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver project objectives.
• Conduct fieldwork, including soil and rock logging, soil, groundwater, soil vapor, and air sampling, monitoring, and inspections, in accordance with written plans and procedures.
• Coordinate with subcontractors and vendors to procure resources for and oversee fieldwork.
• Perform storm water inspections and sampling at construction, industrial, and municipal sites.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal environmental regulations.
• Maintain accurate project documentation and manage data.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and disability insurance.
• 401(k) package with traditional and Roth IRA options and company match.
• Paid time off ranging from 15 to 25 days per year, contingent on full-time or part-time status and seniority.
• At least 8 paid holidays per year for full-time employees.
• Paid sick, family, and disability leave in accordance with the laws of the employee's state of residence.
• Potential eligibility for the annual Discretionary Bonus Program, contingent on company, business segment, and individual performance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level