Geologist - Sacramento (Jun 2026)

Arcadis seeks an Entry-Level Geologist to assist with environmental site characterization, fieldwork, and project support.

Your Role

Key responsibilities include:

• Assisting Project Managers and Task Managers in planning and executing environmental site characterization, investigation, and remediation tasks.
• Conducting fieldwork including soil sampling, groundwater well installation, groundwater sampling, subcontractor oversight, operation and maintenance of remediation systems, and vapor intrusion/soil gas surveys with a focus on health and safety.
• Preparing subcontracts and overseeing subcontractor work.
• Writing and preparing technical reports, work plans, letters, and memoranda.
• Performing office tasks such as task coordination, data compilation and interpretation, cost estimates, health & safety plan preparation, regulatory file reviews, proposal writing, project strategy development, schedule and budget management.
• Traveling regionally up to 1-2 days per week on average and occasionally within the U.S. for up to two weeks at a time, with estimated travel up to 75% during the first two years, reducing to about 50% by the third year.

About You

The company is looking for:

• Bachelor’s of Science in Geology, Engineering, or a closely related field (environmental, biological, physical science).
• Preferred: Master of Science degree in Geology, Engineering, or closely related field.
• Preferred: Current OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER training.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Self-motivated with independent thinking and ability to work effectively both in teams and independently, including remotely.
• Adaptable, creative problem solver with collaborative teamwork skills.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: $53,094 - $84,950, based on experience, education, budget, internal equity, project, and location.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• 401K plan.
• Short-term disability (STD), long-term disability (LTD), accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D), and life insurance.
• Paid parental leave.
• Reward & recognition program.
• Optional benefits including wellbeing benefits, adoption assistance, and tuition reimbursement.
• Nine paid holidays and 15 days PTO accruing per year.
• Travel expenses reimbursed.

Training & Development

Arcadis offers a Skills Powered approach integrating innovative programs and resources through Basecamp (Expedition DNA) to support continuous learning, professional growth, and career development.

Career Progression

Travel requirements are expected to reduce with career growth, from up to 75% in the first two years to approximately 50% by the third year, indicating progression toward more office-based or senior roles.

This job may close before the stated closing date, you are encouraged to apply as soon as possible

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