Environmental Scientist/Engineer/Geologist

TRC Companies is seeking an entry-level Environmental Scientist/Engineer/Geologist in San Diego, CA. The role involves stormwater compliance, environmental site assessments, and remediation. Responsibilities include conducting inspections, preparing permits, and analyzing geological data. Candidates should have a relevant degree, strong communication skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. Benefits include health insurance, paid time off, and a 401k plan. Experience in environmental assessments is preferred.
About the position

The TRC San Diego office is seeking an entry-level Civil Engineer, Environmental Engineer, Geologist, Hydrogeologist, or related Geoscientist for full-time employment. This role involves working on stormwater compliance, environmental site assessments, and remediation, while contributing to meaningful projects that support local communities and promote sustainability.

Responsibilities
• Conduct stormwater compliance inspections and reporting on construction, industrial, and municipal sites.
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• Perform environmental site assessments and remediation, including Phase I Environmental Site Assessments (ESAs).
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• Oversee the field assessment of contaminated soil gas, soil, indoor air, and groundwater.
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• Prepare necessary permits and manage scheduling and oversight of utility locating, geophysics, excavation, driller, and construction subcontractors.
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• Install erosion control features, soil gas probes, and groundwater monitoring wells.
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• Sample dry weather surface flow, stormwater, groundwater, soil, and soil gas.
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• Interpret geological and hydrogeological data from soil borings, excavations, trenches, and monitoring wells.
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• Analyze data and prepare reports, including budget management.

Requirements
• Bachelor's degree or higher in civil or environmental engineering, or in the Geosciences.
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• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
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• Proficiency with Adobe Acrobat and Microsoft Office tools, including Word and Excel.
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• Zero to five years of experience in a related field.
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• High safety awareness and adherence to TRC's health and safety programs.
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• EIT or GIT certification is desirable.
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• Training in AutoCAD or ArcView GIS is desirable.
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• 40-hour HAZWOPER training, including current refresher training is desirable.
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• Valid driver's license.

Nice-to-haves
• Experience with environmental site assessments and remediation processes.
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• Familiarity with stormwater management practices.
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• Knowledge of local environmental regulations and compliance requirements.

Benefits
• Medical, dental, vision, and disability insurance.
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• 401k package with traditional and Roth IRA options and company match.
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• Paid time off ranging from 15 to 25 days per year based on status and seniority.
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• Minimum of 8 paid holidays per year for full-time employees.
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• Paid sick, family, and disability leave in accordance with state laws.