Environmental Geologist

Atlas

$85K — $110K *
Technical Services
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 3+ years of environmental consulting experience with field work, sampling, data evaluation, and technical writing.
  • Strong understanding of due diligence, site investigation, remediation, and environmental compliance.
  • Experience with Phase I and Phase II Environmental Site Assessments, including data collection and report writing.
  • Commitment to health and safety standards, including 40-hour HAZWOPER certification and annual refreshers.
  • Strong communication skills combined with attention to detail and proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively while working independently and in teams.
  • Willingness to travel 50-70% locally and regionally within Southern California.

Responsibilities

  • Collect soil and groundwater samples for subsurface assessment and remediation.
  • Log soil samples and maintain organized field observations and documentation.
  • Prepare chain-of-custody forms and record field measurements accurately.
  • Analyze field and laboratory data and contribute to comprehensive reports with findings.
  • Travel to project sites and represent the company professionally.
  • Implement health and safety procedures and promote continuous safety improvement.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health coverage options, including no-cost employee-only medical care.
  • Generous time off policies, including vacation, paid holidays, sick leave, and parental leave.
  • 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions.
  • Life, AD&D, and Disability insurance for employee protection.
  • No-cost approved personal protective equipment (PPE) and safety gear reimbursement.
  • Career development programs with internal certifications and tuition reimbursement for external training.
  • Supportive employee community initiatives for connection and shared purpose.
Full Job Description
Job Description

As an Atlas Environmental Geologist / Hydrogeologist II, you'll help deliver subsurface investigation and remediation work across the Los Angeles, CA area• collecting high-quality field data, turning it into clear technical findings, and supporting environmental decisions that protect people and places. This role is intended to support subsurface investigation needs in the LA Basin, helping fill a key project gap (including the RELLC Dominguez Channel effort)
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.

Core Responsibilities
  • Collect soil and groundwater samples for subsurface assessment and remediation projects, following site-specific plans and safe work practices.
  • Log soil samples accurately and maintain thorough, well-organized field notes, photos, and supporting documentation.
  • Prepare complete chain-of-custody forms and record survey or field measurements on approved forms to support defensible results.
  • Analyze and summarize field and laboratory data, then contribute to clear reports with sound conclusions and recommendations.
  • Travel locally and regionally to project sites using a company vehicle and represent Atlas professionally with clients, partners, and contractors.
  • Model a safety-first mindset by implementing Atlas health and safety requirements (including HAZWOPER expectations) and promoting proactive, continuous improvement.

You'll thrive here if you have
  • 3+ years of environmental consulting experience that includes a mix of field work, sampling, data evaluation, and technical writing.
  • Working knowledge of due diligence, site investigation, remediation, industrial hygiene, and environmental compliance work.
  • Experience supporting Phase I and Phase II Environmental Site Assessments (data collection and report writing).
  • A demonstrated commitment to health and safety requirements and field readiness (40-hr HAZWOPER with 8-hr annual refresher).
  • Strong communication skills, solid attention to detail, and proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Teams, Excel, PowerPoint).
  • The ability to manage multiple priorities• working independently when needed and collaborating well as part of a team.
  • Availability to travel ~50• 70% and residence in Southern California.
  • Ability to pass a drug screen and motor vehicle background check (for driving to project sites).

What you can expect from us

The A-Team Experience is our employee program focused on helping our people thrive professionally, personally and as part of a community. We trust our people to do great work and live fulfilling lives, and we provide resources that care for our people, both at work and in life:
  • Health & Wellness: We offer medical, dental and vision coverage with multiple plan options, including no-cost employee-only medical coverage.
  • Time Off & Family Support: We offer vacation time, paid holidays, sick & safety leave (SSL) and paid parental leave
  • Retirement: We help employees plan for the future with a 401(k) and company match.
  • Insurance: To provide protection and peace of mind, we offer Life, AD&D (Accidental Death & Dismemberment) and Disability insurance.
  • Safety Program: We are committed to safety as part of our • quality of life• core value, and we provide approved PPE at no cost and reimbursement for prescription safety glasses and protective footwear.
  • Learning & Development: We provide clear career paths, learning resources and development programs allowing you to see how you can grow and advance within the company. We offer internal certifications on specific skills and support external credentials through tuition reimbursement.
  • Belonging: We support Employee Communities (ECs), voluntary, employee-led groups that create connections, belonging and shared purposes.
  • Flexibility: May vary by project demands and regional workloads, but we are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to help employees manage their personal and professional responsibilities.

Our people and our culture are central to our work. Our values bring us together, create a sense of belonging and give us purpose. They guide how we make decisions, how we work as a team and how we serve our clients.
  • Life: We enhance the quality of life. We value people and safety above all else.
  • Heart: As our hallmark, we act with compassion, empathy, and respect.
  • Trust: We work together as partners, doing what we say with full accountability.
  • Mastery: Always striving for the highest quality, greatness inspires our work.

About the Job
  • Career Level: Associate
  • Employment Type: Full-time
  • Compensation: $40.87 - $52.88 hourly rate
    The expected salary range for the position is displayed in accordance with the state's law. Final agreed upon compensation is based upon individual qualifications and experience.

Ready to build a career to be proud of? Join the A-Team today!

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