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Entry-level Environmental Scientist
Job Location:
Job Location:
Jacksonville, FL - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not provided by the employer
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Posted:
13 August 2026 (8 hours ago)
Posted:
Application Deadline:
10 November 2026
Application Deadline:
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Vacancies:
Job Summary
What we are looking for
We are looking for an Entry-level Scientist or Geologist to join our Environmental Services team in northeast Florida. This position will include both field and office work with approximately 60% fieldwork and travel expected. Field work will include conducting site visits for Phase I Environmental Site Assessments (ESAs) soil and groundwater sampling and contractor oversight. Office work will include data analysis site assessment report writing and Phase I ESA report writing.
If you are self-motivated eager to learn and have the desire to develop professionally then this position could be for you. You will report to a Project Manager in the Jacksonville Florida area. Please note this is a hybrid position.
How you can make an impact
- Performing routine field activities including sample collection (soil groundwater) drilling oversight well development soil logging and site inspections.
- Preparing written documents (field notes and forms permits work plans health & safety plans etc.) in a clear and concise manner.
- Assisting with the preparation of technical reports including preparing tabulated data and figures using good time management.
- Assisting with the preparation of Phase I ESA Reports with exceptional attention to detail.
- Completing quality control reviews on all work products (reports calculations data etc.) before submission.
- Coordinating with contractors subcontractors laboratories and regulators.
- Preparing permit applications and regulatory agency submittals and responses with supporting documentation.
- Preparing short-form site specific health and safety plans.
- Completing field and office assignments in a quality and safe manner.
- Pursuing technical improvement for self and company.
Qualifications
- Bachelor of Science degree in geology engineering or related field required.
- Minimum of 3 months of relevant environmental internship work and/research experience required.
- Microsoft Office software knowledge and fluency required.
- Experience with environmental monitoring and GPS field equipment preferred.
- Completion of 40-hour Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response (HAZWOPER) training preferred or willingness to complete this training upon employment.
- Ability to perform fieldwork including lifting up to 50 pounds and standing for long periods of time required.
- Valid unrestricted drivers license with a driving record in good standing required.
Pay Range
USD $60000.00 - USD $70000.00 /Yr.
Additional Information
Please note that our pay ranges are determined by several factors including relevant experience internal pay equity and location. They do not include any of the amazing benefits of being an employee-owner which are listed below.
SCS is building a world where environmental systems and infrastructure strengthen the health safety and resilience of communities from reducing methane emissions at landfills to producing alternative energy from repurposing contaminated properties to sequestering carbon.
As a 100% employee-owned firm we bring a long-term perspective personal ownership and shared success to everything we do. We live our values every day: We care. We are a team. We are tenacious.
Join us and be part of a team where your work has real impact on the world and on your own growth.
As a growing firm we offer excellent opportunities for career advancement and a comprehensive package including:
Medical Dental Vision Life and Disability Insurance
100% employer- funded Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) and 401K including employer match
Annual Bonus Program
Student Debt Employer Contribution Program
Paid holidays PTO and Paid Parental Leave
SCS Engineers is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). SCS provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin protected veteran or disabled status.
If you have questions difficulty using our online system and/or you need an accommodation due to a disability then please contact us about your interest in employment at
SCS is building a world where environmental systems and infrastructure strengthen the health safety and resilience of communities from reducing methane emissions at landfills to producing alternative energy from repurposing contaminated properties to sequestering carbon.
As a 100% employee-owned firm we bring a long-term perspective personal ownership and shared success to everything we do. We live our values every day: We care. We are a team. We are tenacious.
Join us and be part of a team where your work has real impact on the world and on your own growth.
As a growing firm we offer excellent opportunities for career advancement and a comprehensive package including:
Medical Dental Vision Life and Disability Insurance
100% employer- funded Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) and 401K including employer match
Annual Bonus Program
Student Debt Employer Contribution Program
Paid holidays PTO and Paid Parental Leave
SCS Engineers is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). SCS provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin protected veteran or disabled status.
If you have questions difficulty using our online system and/or you need an accommodation due to a disability then please contact us about your interest in employment at
Required Experience:
Junior IC
