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Environmental Field Assistant Jobs in Riverside, CA

APTIM

Environmental Scientist

Irvine, CA · On-site

$80K - $105K/yr

... Assist in preparation of proposals, budgets, vendor/subcontractor selection, and other contract ... Perform diverse fieldwork, including sampling inspections and audits. Apply expertise to both ...

Stantec

Environmental Planner

Irvine, CA · On-site

$84K - $122K/yr

Grounded in safety, quality, and ethics, our experts lead their fields and guide our work with ... Conduct environmental analyses related to a variety of resource areas and assist in developing ...

Stantec

Environmental Lead Monitor

San Bernardino, CA · On-site

$67K - $97K/yr

Join a team that has the environment down to a science. Your Opportunity Stantec is seeking a ... * Assist with field work such as pre-construction resource surveys and construction monitoring ...

W.E. O'Neil Construction

Field Engineer

Irvine, CA · On-site

Technical Skills * Assist the Senior Project Superintendent, Project Superintendent, Assistant ... Work Environment: While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in one of ...

W.E. O'Neil Construction

Field Engineer

Irvine, CA

Technical Skills * Assist the Senior Project Superintendent, Project Superintendent, Assistant ... Work Environment: While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in one of ...

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How much do environmental field assistant jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 16, 2026, the average hourly pay for environmental field assistant in Riverside, CA is $23.01, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.30 and $26.35 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an environmental field assistant?

To thrive as an Environmental Field Assistant, you need a background in environmental science or a related field, along with strong observational and data collection skills. Familiarity with GPS devices, field sampling equipment, and data management software is typically required. Attention to detail, strong communication, and the ability to work independently or in teams are essential soft skills. These competencies are important to ensure accurate data collection and effective fieldwork, which support informed environmental analysis and decision-making.

What are some typical challenges environmental field assistants face during fieldwork, and how can they be addressed?

Environmental Field Assistants often encounter challenges such as working in remote or rugged outdoor locations, variable weather conditions, and the need to accurately collect and record data under time constraints. To address these challenges, it's important to be well-prepared with appropriate gear, stay adaptable, and maintain clear communication with the project team. Familiarity with field protocols and regular training can also help ensure safety and data integrity, making the fieldwork both productive and rewarding.

What does an environmental field assistant do?

An Environmental Field Assistant supports environmental scientists and specialists by collecting samples, conducting field surveys, and recording data related to soil, water, air, and plant conditions. They help set up and maintain equipment, make observations in various outdoor environments, and ensure that all data is accurately documented for analysis. Their work is essential for environmental research, site assessments, and monitoring projects, contributing to the understanding and protection of natural resources.

What is the role of an environmental field assistant?

An environmental field assistant supports environmental research and monitoring by collecting data, samples, and observations in outdoor settings. They often use tools like GPS devices and sampling equipment, and may assist with habitat assessments, environmental surveys, and data entry under supervision.

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Infographic showing various Environmental Field Assistant job openings in Riverside, CA as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 87% Full Time, 10% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $47,854 per year, or $23 per hour.

Assistant Vice President Environmental Geologist

WSP

Irvine, CA • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 7 days ago

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Company rating: 8.6 out of 10

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Job description


This Opportunity
WSP is looking for an Assistant Vice President, Environmental Geologist for our Irvine, California Site Investigation & Remediation (SIR) team with experience in consulting, selling, managing, designing and implementing environmental multi-media remediation programs for a variety of clients in the Industrial, Government, Energy, Oil & Gas and Transportation sectors.
We are looking for a candidate who is excited and motivated about the opportunity to help expand our environmental consulting business in California and the West. WSP's Irvine office provides a broad range of services in engineering and environmental sciences including environmental assessment and remediation, water/wastewater engineering, water resources, environmental compliance, geotechnical design, stormwater infrastructure design, materials testing, and decision analysis.
Your Impact
  • Perform business development within the various sectors for environmental remediation, engineering and related services
  • Perform design, oversight, mentorship and direct the efforts of staff- and project-level geologists and environmental scientists
  • Assist preparation of technical reports and proposals
  • Successfully interact with Local Business Leader, Sector Lead, other Principal and Senior-level employees in the office and firm-wide
  • Manage multiple projects, being responsible for ensuring that deliverables, schedules and budgets are achieved
  • Provide verbal and/or written inputs to multi-disciplinary project teams and contribute to providing high level strategic advice to clients.
  • Travel to project(s) as needed, for the execution of project goals and business development
  • Meet sales, revenue and delivery goals
  • Mentor staff to support their growth and professional development.
  • Collaborates with professionals from a variety of disciplines to provide future ready solutions for clients.
  • Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct, and adhere to WSP's Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
  • Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

Who You Are
Required Qualifications
  • BS in Geology, Earth Sciences, or related science field
  • 12+ years related environmental investigation/remediation and sales experience
  • Strong work ethic
  • Must be a self-starter, team oriented with excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Previous experience working with remediation/assessment projects involving the California Regional Quality Water Quality Control Board, DTSC and/or one of the local CUPAs
  • Ability to work with, mentor, and direct geologists, scientists, and technicians
  • Consulting experience with investigation and remediation of contaminated soil and groundwater, including sites impacted by petroleum hydrocarbons, metals, chlorinated solvents, PCBs, and/or PFAS. Must have consulting experience in soil gas and vapor intrusion issues
  • Oversee remedy construction and operation and maintenance of environmental project work
  • Project management experience with mid-level projects including tracking hours and expenses for project work.
  • Works independently and provides guidance and leadership to mid-level to senior level team or project members, with strict adherence to QA/QC.
  • Strong self-leadership and interpersonal communication skills with the ability to effectively, persuasively, and tactfully interact with employees at all levels of the organization.
  • Proficiency with office automation and communication software, technology, and tools.
  • Well-developed critical thinking and problem-solving skills required to reach conclusions from testing results, data collation, and identify the most cost-effective responses that will minimize waste, prevent pollution, and conserve resources.
  • Ability to interact with a wide variety of sources, including project managers, clients, and sector-wide staff.
  • Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP's health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.
  • Must be flexible to a variety of schedules to meet business needs and able to prioritize responsibilities and quickly adapt to change in a pressure work environment.
  • Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements.
  • Must pass drug test, physical, background check and
  • Must successfully complete and pass WSP's Motor Vehicle screening.

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Master's Degree in Geology
  • California Professional Geologist's License
  • PMP Certification
  • 40-Hour OSHA Health & Safety Training (HAZWOPER) (29 CFR 1910.120)
  • Basic First Aid and Adult CPR

WSP Benefits
WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee's career. These benefits include coverage related to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life; retirement savings; paid sick leave; paid vacation (or other personal time); paid parental leave; and paid time off for purposes of bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings.
Compensation
Expected Salary (California): $118,900 - $176,550
WSP USA is providing the compensation range that the company in good faith believes it might pay and offer for this position, based on the successful applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities in addition to internal equity and specific geographic location. WSP USA reserves the right to ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and offer additional benefits and other compensation, depending on circumstances not related to an applicant's sex or other status protected by local, state, and/or federal law.
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About WSP
WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with our clients to help communities prosper.
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WSP provides a flexible and agile workplace model while meeting client needs. Employees are also afforded a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee's career.
At WSP, we want to give our employees the challenges they seek to grow their careers and knowledge base. Your daily contributions to your team will be essential in meeting client objectives, goals and challenges. Are you ready to get started?
WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status.
The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.
NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES:
WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or other staffing services. Unsolicited resumes include any resume or hiring document sent to WSP in the absence of a signed Service Agreement where WSP has expressly requested recruitment/staffing services specific to the position at hand. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers or other business leaders, will become the property of WSP and WSP will have the right to hire that candidate without reservation - no fee or other compensation will be owed or paid to the recruiter, employment agency, or other staffing service.

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