Entry level Geologist or Engineer​/Scientist

The Opportunity

Tetra Tech is adding an Entry Level Geologist/Engineer/Environmental Scientist to our Environmental Services team based in either Mobile, Alabama, Tallahassee, Florida, or Jacksonville, Florida.

At Tetra Tech, we are Leading with Science to solve the world’s most complex challenges. Our industry‑leading experts in engineering and consulting are committed to driving positive change in communities around the world. For over 50 years, we have been at the forefront of innovation and sustainability. Today we stand as a market leader, offering cutting‑edge solutions in water, environment, energy, and international development.

Our work has improved more than 625 million lives around the world.

Join Tetra Tech to make a real difference. Our work leverages cutting‑edge technologies, advanced analytics, and the expertise of world‑class scientists and engineers to create meaningful change around the world. Discover your full potential – join us to advance your career while leaving a lasting legacy.

Join Tetra Tech to make a real difference. Our work leverages cutting‑edge technologies, advanced analytics, and the expertise of world‑class scientists and engineers to create meaningful change around the world. Discover your full potential – join us to advance your career while leaving a lasting legacy.

• Work as a member of teams conducting hands‑on multi‑media environmental sampling, including surface and subsurface soil, overburden and bedrock groundwater, sediment, surface water, ambient air, indoor air, etc.
• Assist with field preparation efforts and support field activities, coordinating with the onsite FOL as well as technical lead(s) and/or project manager(s) back in the office.
• Monitor remediation work to ensure compliance with contract specifications, regulations, and industry standards.
• Record and compile data into coherent products for customer use, interpret and explain findings to project teams.
• Assist with interpreting data patterns and trends, compare them to regulatory standards and assist in the development of recommendations for actions based on regulatory constraints.
• Assist with preparation of written documents, sampling and analysis plans, data summary reports, and technical evaluations.
• Complete other duties as may be assigned to support investigation and remediation projects.
• Conduct activities in line with internal procedures, legislation, and industry standards.
• Pursue continuous professional development and maintain a high degree of discipline knowledge and awareness.
• Work in a safe manner at all times and report all health and safety incidents and concerns.

• A bachelor's degree (BA or BS) or master's degree (MS) in Geology, Geological Sciences or Engineering, or a bachelor's degree in the natural sciences (e.g., Environmental Science, Chemistry, Biology) is required.
• Junior level position with 0‑5 years of work experience in environmental consulting, engineering, or related industry.
• Willingness and ability to travel as needed, approximately 50‑75%. Most travel is within the state or region, although the opportunity travel across the U.S. for project work is available.
• Existing certifications for Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response (HAZWOPER) training specified in Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) 29 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR)  (e) is preferred.
• OSHA health and safety, client‑specific safety, first aid and CPR training, and medical monitoring, paid for by the firm, are required.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite products including MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook is required.
• A driver's license current and valid for a state in the United States is required.
• Previous field experience preferred, including sampling activities and environmental drilling operations.
• Ability to work well with teams, as well as complete assigned independent activities, for both field and office project work.
• Attention to detail is required. The successful candidate must be able to assist the FOL with observing, evaluating, and documenting site field conditions and communicating changes in field…