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Lead Mine Reclamation Soil Scientist

Albuquerque, NM · On-site +1

This Opportunity WSP is seeking a Lead Mine Reclamation Soil Scientist to join our Mine Closure ... Coordinate with unsaturated flow modelers to develop inputs for and analyze outputs from long-term ...

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Soil Scientist - Field Crew Lead

Logan, UT · On-site

$25/hr

This is a Term-limited Position lasting from September 7, 2026 through December 31, 2026. The Soil Scientist will contribute to Working Land Conservation's mission by executing field-based research ...

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Soil Scientist - Field Crew Lead

Logan, UT · On-site

$25/hr

This is a Term-limited Position lasting from September 7, 2026 through December 31, 2026. The Soil Scientist will contribute to Working Land Conservation's mission by executing field-based research ...

Pike Corporation

Environmental Scientist

Fort Mill, SC

$65K - $86K/yr

Required A Bachelor's degree from a four-year college or University in natural sciences (e.g. biology, environmental sciences, ecology, forestry, soil science) or experience equivalent. * Preferred ...

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Environmental Scientist

Fort Mill, SC · On-site

$65K - $86K/yr

Required A Bachelor's degree from a four-year college or University in natural sciences (e.g. biology, environmental sciences, ecology, forestry, soil science) or experience equivalent. * Preferred ...

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As of Aug 21, 2026, the average yearly pay for from home soil scientist in the United States is $48,183.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $37,500.00 and $57,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between From Home Soil Scientist vs Field Soil Scientist?

AspectFrom Home Soil ScientistField Soil Scientist
CredentialsBachelor's degree in soil science or related field; certifications like Certified Professional Soil Scientist (CPSS) are commonSame as From Home Soil Scientist, often requiring similar certifications
Work EnvironmentPrimarily remote, analyzing data, reports, and research from homeOn-site in fields, collecting samples, conducting field tests
Employer & Industry UsageResearch institutions, government agencies, consulting firmsEnvironmental agencies, agricultural companies, research organizations

From Home Soil Scientists focus on data analysis and research remotely, while Field Soil Scientists conduct hands-on sampling and testing in the field. Both roles require similar credentials but differ mainly in work environment and daily tasks.

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SPC Soil Scientist

GAI Consultants

Homestead, PA • On-site

Part-time

Re-posted 29 days ago

GAI Consultants rating

9.6

Company rating: 9.6 out of 10

Based on 8 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

8th of 449 rated engineering

Job description

Systems Planning Corporation (SPC), a subsidiary company of GAI Consultants, Inc., is seeking a Soil Scientist to work within our Civil and Environmental Business Sector. The successful candidate will enjoy working in a challenging, fast-paced, and team-oriented environment that will utilize their related experience to develop professionally and grow in today's global environment. This position is eligible for GAI's flexible Hybrid work schedules.
Job Duties
  • Conduct in-field soil investigations, including soil morphology, texture, and full profile descriptions.
  • Prepare detailed technical reports documenting soil resources and subsurface conditions.
  • Map and classify soil types using digital and satellite imagery, GPS data, and field sampling in accordance with National Cooperative Soil Survey (NCSS) standards.
  • Evaluate soil hydraulic conductivity and perform percolation testing as required by project scope.
  • Communicate field investigation plans and instructions clearly to internal staff and subcontractors.
  • Coordinate with project teams and clients during subsurface explorations to share field observations and preliminary findings.
  • Download, manage, and evaluate field data to develop design recommendations and overall site development considerations.
  • Prepare initial draft reports that compile field investigation data and engineering analysis for review by project managers and supervisors.

Requirements
  • Certification by the Soil Science Society of America (SSSA) (e.g., Certified Professional Soil Scientist - CPSS) required to sign and seal official site evaluations.
  • Bachelor's degree in Soil Science or a closely related field.
  • Minimum of 5 years of related professional experience.
  • Demonstrated experience classifying soils in accordance with USDA and/or USCS classification systems.
  • Experience with hydraulic conductivity testing, percolation testing, and directing subsurface explorations.
  • Proven ability to compile, analyze, and interpret soil and subsurface investigation data.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively convey technical information to both technical and non-technical audiences.
  • Ability to work independently in field settings and collaboratively within multidisciplinary project teams.

Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear.
  • The employee is frequently required to sit.
  • The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
  • The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, with or without assistance.
  • The employee is required to wear Personal Protective Equipment including a hard hat, safety glasses, fall protection, hearing protection, gloves, etc.
  • The work environment will have both hot and cold temperatures. The noise level in the work environment is moderate.
  • Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

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GAI Consultants is an employee-owned corporation offering comprehensive engineering, planning, and environmental consulting services to diverse industry sectors, located in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, in the United States. The company operates in the field of engineering consulting and provides sustainable and economically-viable solutions to clients ranging from bridge design, community planning, to industrial facilities, ecological studies, and more. GAI Consultants was founded in 1958 and, over more than six decades, has grown significantly with a strong commitment to advancing clients' projects and contributing to community development. The firm operates on the core values of integrity, client satisfaction, quality, and workforce development, all of which raises the bar on client service and project excellence, ultimately contributing to the company’s mission, which is 'to create and deliver superior, innovative consulting solutions that enrich the lives of our people and enhance the world we live in.'

Industry

Civil engineering construction

Company size

501 - 1,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Pittsburgh, PA, US

Year founded

1958

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