Environmental Scientist

About the role

Absolutely thrilled to join Atlas, a leader in environmental and infrastructure consulting services. Our mission is to enhance the quality of life in communities through sustainable and safe projects. This role offers hands-on fieldwork experience in environmental site assessments.

Responsibilities

• Perform field activities such as groundwater sampling, storm water sampling, and landfill monitoring.
• Support drilling oversight, soil sampling, and boring log preparation.
• Prepare, organize, and maintain field supplies and equipment for project work.
• Collect GIS point data in the field and support accurate project records.
• Follow quality control, quality assurance, and standard operating procedures during field activities and reporting.
• Draft technical reports and coordinate sample pickup and related communication with laboratories, with occasional interaction with regulatory or government agencies.

Requirements

• A Bachelor’s degree in environmental science or another science-related major.
• 0 to 1+ years of environmental experience; other professional work experience is also valued.
• A valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and the ability to pass an MVR review.
• Flexibility to travel primarily within western and central Massachusetts and Connecticut, with occasional day travel to Rhode Island, Maine, New Hampshire, and eastern New York.
• Availability for project-based work hours that typically range from 7–8 a.m. to 5–6 p.m., Monday through Friday.
• The physical ability to perform field work, including standing, bending, stooping, and handling site activities that require strength, stamina, and dexterity.
• Comfort using an iPhone or iPad, working in Microsoft Office and Excel, and managing multiple assignments.
• Clear communication skills, a collaborative mindset, and a strong commitment to safety, professionalism, and quality work.
• Experience with CADD is a plus.
• 40-hour OSHA HAZWOPER training is available in-house.

Qualifications

• Core Competencies: Strong attention to detail, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Excel, basic GIS knowledge, and familiarity with CADD software.
• Physical Abilities: Ability to stand for extended periods, bend, stoop, and handle heavy equipment.

Skills

• Fieldwork experience in environmental assessments.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to work safely and adhere to quality control standards.
• Basic GIS and CADD skills.

Benefits

Atlas offers a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision coverage, vacation time, paid holidays, sick and safety leave (SSL), and paid parental leave. We also provide retirement savings plans, life, AD&D, and disability insurance, along with safety program support, learning and development resources, and internal certifications. Additionally, we support Employee Communities and offer flexibility in work schedules.

Pay

$26.00 hourly rate. Final agreed upon compensation is based upon individual qualifications and experience.

Schedule

Project-based work hours that typically range from 7–8 a.m. to 5–6 p.m., Monday through Friday.

EEO Statement

Atlas is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants without regard to race (including hairstyles, hair texture, hair type, or hair length commonly or historically associated with race), ethnicity, creed, religion or religious creed, color, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions or requests for pregnancy disability leave and/or family care leave), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship or immigration status, primary language, crime victim status, criminal conviction history, uniformed service member or veteran status, marital status, age, genetic information, disability or protected medical condition, genetics, political affiliation or activities, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.