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ARCADIS

Entry Level Geologist

Salt Lake City, UT · Hybrid

... soil sampling and groundwater well installation, groundwater sampling, subcontractor oversight ... Bachelor's of Science in Geology, Engineering, or closely related field (i.e., environmental ...

Arcadis

Entry Level Geologist

Salt Lake City, UT · Hybrid

... soil sampling and groundwater well installation, groundwater sampling, subcontractor oversight ... Bachelor's of Science in Geology, Engineering, or closely related field (i.e., environmental ...

Arcadis

Entry Level Geologist

Salt Lake City, UT · On-site

... soil sampling and groundwater well installation, groundwater sampling, subcontractor oversight ... Bachelor's of Science in Geology, Engineering, or closely related field (i.e., environmental ...

Nutrien

Quality Technician / Quality Chemist

Osceola, AR · On-site

$15.50 - $20.75/hr

On-Site Experience Level: Entry Level Job Type: Full Time Nutrien is a leading provider of crop ... Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Soil Science, Agronomy, Chemical Engineering or related field is ...

Stantec

Environmental Scientist

Indianapolis, IN · On-site

$71K - $94K/yr

Your Opportunity Stantec is seeking an entry level Environmental Scientist with 0-3 years of experience. This position will conduct field work planning, collection and documentation of soil/water/air ...

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How much do entry level soil science jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 4, 2026, the average yearly pay for entry level soil science in the United States is $104,863.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $65,000.00 and $120,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an Entry Level Soil Science job?

An Entry Level Soil Science job involves studying soil properties, composition, and health to support agricultural, environmental, or construction projects. Responsibilities often include collecting and analyzing soil samples, conducting fieldwork, and assisting with research or land assessments. Entry-level soil scientists may work for government agencies, environmental consulting firms, or agricultural organizations. Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and knowledge of soil chemistry and biology are important for success in this role.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Entry Level Soil Science position, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Entry Level Soil Scientist, you typically need a bachelor's degree in soil science, environmental science, or a related field, along with basic knowledge of soil sampling and analysis techniques. Familiarity with laboratory equipment, GPS systems, soil testing kits, and data analysis software is often required. Strong observational skills, attention to detail, and effective communication are valuable soft skills for this role. These competencies are crucial for collecting accurate soil data, interpreting findings, and collaborating effectively within multidisciplinary teams.

What does a typical workday look like for an Entry Level Soil Scientist?

As an Entry Level Soil Scientist, your workday may involve a mix of fieldwork—such as collecting soil samples, conducting site surveys, and measuring environmental conditions—and office or lab tasks like preparing reports, analyzing samples, and entering data. You’ll often work as part of a team with senior soil scientists, environmental engineers, and project managers. The work can require travel to various project sites, and schedules may vary based on project deadlines or seasonal demands. Collaborating with others and communicating findings clearly are key parts of the job, offering an excellent opportunity to build both technical and teamwork skills early in your career.
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Entry Level Geologist

Entry Level Geologist

ARCADIS

Salt Lake City, UT • Hybrid

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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8.6

Company rating: 8.6 out of 10

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Job description

Arcadis is the world's leading company delivering sustainable design, engineering, and consultancy solutions for natural and built assets.
We are more than 34,000 people, in over 30 countries, dedicated to improving quality of life. Everyone has an important role to play. With the power of many curious minds, together we can solve the world's most complex challenges and deliver more impact together.
Role description:
Arcadis is currently searching for an Entry-Level Geologist to join our Resilience Environment team in Salt Lake City, UT. You will have the opportunity to join a team in Utah that prioritizes mentorship and your professional growth. The team is committed to supporting your success and providing guidance as you navigate your role. While this position requires both field and office work, the candidate should expect to spend 50% to 75% of their time in the field.
Role accountabilities:
As part of this role, you will be responsible for assisting Project Managers (PMs) and Task Managers (TMs) in planning and executing geotechnical and hydrology instrumentation installation oversight and troubleshooting, environmental site characterization, investigation, and remediation tasks, geochemistry laboratory and research and development (R&D) experiment assistance. Up to 30% of this work may be performed in underground mine operations.
Fieldwork is also a key aspect of this position, which will offer you an opportunity to be trained to oversee drilling for soil sampling and groundwater well installation, groundwater sampling, subcontractor oversight, operation and maintenance of remediation systems, vapor intrusion/soil gas surveys, and on site laboratory assistance with various geochemistry studies, among other tasks. It is essential to conduct fieldwork with a focus on health and safety.
Your core duties will include:

  • Conducting field work including, but not limited to: site inspections; drilling/well installation oversight; soil, groundwater, and/or vapor sampling in the field; and operation and maintenance of remediation systems. While the majority of field work is anticipated to be in the local Utah/Idaho area, at times travel will be required within the U.S. for up to two weeks at a time.
  • Office work may include task coordination, data compilation and interpretation, cost estimates, health & safety plan preparation, work plan development, technical report writing, regulatory file reviews, proposal writing, project strategy development, schedule and budget management, and establishment of subcontracts.
  • Collaborating with multiple engineering disciplines, hydrologists, and geologists on relevant project work.
To be successful in this role, you should possess strong written and oral communication skills, be self-motivated, and exhibit independent thinking. You should be able to work effectively and efficiently in a team setting as well as independently and remotely. Successful candidates will demonstrate their ability to be adaptable, creative problem solvers who can work collaboratively as a team member. In summary, this position encompasses both field work as well as office work (task management, data analysis, report preparation, scope preparation, and client communications. Additionally, Arcadis supports many of our client's needs when unforeseen incidents occur, such as train derailments, pipeline releases, etc. An aspect of this role is supporting our National emergency response teams to ensure rapid protection of human health and the environment. This work is completed under the direction of trained incident responders and may require unanticipated travel and work outside standard business hours. Estimated travel and field work is up to 75% during the first two years, with travel reduced with career growth. By the third year, travel for field work is typically 50%. Travel expenses are reimbursable. Qualifications & Experience: Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor's of Science in Geology, Engineering, or closely related field (i.e., environmental, biological, physical science)
Preferred Qualifications
  • Master of Science degree in Geology, Engineering or closely related field (i.e., environmental, biological, physical science)
  • Current OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER training
  • Current MSHA 40-hour surface and underground
Why Arcadis? We can only achieve our goals when everyone is empowered to be their best. We believe everyone's contribution matters. It's why we are pioneering a skills-based approach, where you can harness your unique experience and expertise to carve your career path and maximize the impact we can make together. You'll do meaningful work, and no matter what role, you'll be helping to deliver sustainable solutions for a more prosperous planet. Make your mark, on your career, your colleagues, your clients, your life and the world around you. Together, we can create a lasting legacy. Join Arcadis. Create a Legacy. Our Commitment to Equality, Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging We want you to be able to bring your best self to work every day. Our ambition is to be an employer of choice and provide a great place to work for all our people. We are an equal opportunity employer. We are dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment on any basis including race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Arcadis offers benefits for full time and part time positions. These benefits include medical, dental, and vision, EAP, 401K, STD, LTD, AD&D, life insurance, paid parental leave, reward & recognition program and optional benefits including wellbeing benefits, adoption assistance and tuition reimbursement. We offer nine paid holidays and 15 days PTO that accrue per year. The salary range for this position is $49,680 - $74,520. Actual salaries will vary and are based on several factors, such as experience, education, budget, internal equity, project and location. #LI-RV1 #EarlyCareersANA #Resilience-ANA #Environment-ANA

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Our work with clients has a direct impact on people's lives and on the planet. We make moving, living and belonging in cities safer, more resilient and more sustainable. By partnering with our clients as responsible custodians of our earth's resources, we can create a sustainable planet. We continue to think of new ways to make positive impacts and create better experiences for people; data driven and digital solutions have become part of the Arcadis DNA. Working together with clients and using techniques like design thinking, we can get to the heart of our clients' most pressing challenges and work together to solve them.

Industry

Engineering professional services

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Highlands Ranch, CO, US

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