Staff Environmental Scientist I
$48k - $55kGEO FORWARD
Job Description
Job Description
Entry-Level Staff Environmental Scientist I (Field & Office)
Pasadena, CA
Geo Forward, Inc.
Full-Time | Entry-Level
✅ In-Office & Field Position (Not a Remote Work Position)
Position Overview
Geo Forward is seeking an Entry-Level Environmental Scientist I to join our Pasadena office. This role is ideal for recent graduates or early-career professionals looking to gain hands-on experience in environmental science and engineering.
The position involves a mix of fieldwork and office-based tasks , supporting projects such as environmental assessments, geological investigations, pollution and contamination remediation, and more.
This position does not entail remote work, nor does it entail a hybrid work schedule. This position entails attending work at the Pasadena office and/or job-sites (field).
Compensation & Benefits
- Base Salary: $48,000 – $55,000 per year (depending on experience and qualifications)
- Paid Overtime
- Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- 401(k) with company participation
- Paid Time Off and Holidays
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct field sampling activities (soil, groundwater, soil vapor, and other environmental media)
- Schedule and set-up projects
- Maintain detailed field notes and documentation
- Prepare technical reports, figures, and data tables
- Work closely with project managers, geologists, and engineers
- Travel to project sites throughout Southern California as needed
- Assist with drilling oversight, well installation, and site investigations
- Support Environmental Site Assessments (ESAs)
- Perform site inspections, monitoring, and data collection
Qualifications Required
- Bachelor’s degree any science relative and practical to the environmental industry
- Valid California driver’s license
- Clean driving record
- Ability to work outdoors in variable conditions (heat, cold, uneven terrain)
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- Willingness to learn and take initiative
- Punctuality
- Dependability
- Willingness to work overtime if/when required
- Team
About Us
Geo Forward, Inc. is an environmental science and engineering firm headquartered in Southern California, specializing in environmental site assessments, geology, engineering, and remediation services. We work with government agencies and private-sector clients to deliver high-quality, practical environmental solutions.
Our team values technical excellence, hands-on training, and career growth , making Geo Forward an ideal place to build a strong foundation.
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