Staff Environmental Scientist

TRC Companies, Inc. • San Francisco, CA

8h • Onsite

About The Position

TRC, Member of WSP, is seeking a junior-level Environmental Scientist for its Engineering, Construction, and Remediation practice in San Francisco, California. The role focuses on developing technical skills while supporting environmental consulting services, primarily stormwater management programs. The employee will assist with field inspections, documentation, reporting, coordination, and compliance activities under the supervision of senior managers, working with a regional team and supporting both field and technical efforts.

The position also supports environmental field services and office-based work on non-stormwater projects, including investigations, remedial actions, construction monitoring, technical evaluations, compliance programs, and proposals. Fieldwork may involve travel, outdoor work in varying weather and site conditions, walking on uneven terrain, and lifting light equipment.

The listed annual salary range is USD $70,304 to $80,000. Employees may also be eligible for the Company’s annual discretionary bonus program, contingent on company, business segment, and individual performance against annual key performance indicators.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Engineering, Geology, or a related field.
• 1–3 years of relevant experience in stormwater inspection or management, environmental consulting, or related areas.
• Ability to prepare clear and accurate field notes and reports.
• Ability to complete assigned tasks responsibly and accountably, both independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to learn through on-the-job experience and retain knowledge for progressive development.
• Strong problem-solving skills and written and verbal communication skills.
• Willingness to travel for fieldwork and project assignments, including up to approximately 80% local travel.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment background check, drug screen, physical, and motor vehicle records check.
• Field activities require working outdoors in varying weather and site conditions and may include walking on uneven terrain and lifting light equipment.

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience related to stormwater, erosion and sediment control, field inspections, environmental compliance and permitting requirements, environmental sampling procedures, data analysis, and reporting.
• Qualified SWPPP Practitioner (QSP) certification.
• OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER certification, including a current annual refresher.

Responsibilities

• Conduct stormwater inspections at construction, industrial, and municipal sites.
• Assist with compliance evaluations related to stormwater permits and environmental regulations.
• Document field observations, site conditions, and potential compliance issues.
• Collect stormwater-related field data and support sampling activities.
• Prepare inspection reports, compliance documentation, and technical summaries.
• Maintain accurate records of inspections, corrective actions, and follow-up activities.
• Support development and implementation of Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans (SWPPPs), Linear Construction Activity Notifications (LCANs), and related compliance documents.
• Assist in identifying best management practice (BMP) recommendations and corrective actions, and track resolution of deficiencies.
• Perform other compliance inspections, including Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure (SPCC) and tank inspections.
• Perform environmental field services and office-based tasks for non-stormwater projects, including environmental investigations, remedial actions, construction monitoring, technical evaluations, compliance programs, and proposals.
• Perform environmental sampling of soil, groundwater, surface water, sediment, soil gas, and indoor air in accordance with state and federal regulations, QA/QC procedures, and established standard operating procedures.
• Coordinate with task and project managers, clients, contractors, and regulatory stakeholders as needed.
• Follow health, safety, and quality procedures during field and office work.

Benefits

• Medical insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• Disability insurance.
• 401(k) with traditional and Roth IRA options and company match.
• Paid time off ranging from 15 to 25 days per year, contingent on employment status and seniority.
• A minimum of 8 paid holidays per year for full-time employees.
• Paid sick, family, and disability leave in accordance with state law.
• Potential eligibility for the annual discretionary bonus program.

What This Job Offers

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