Environmental Scientist I

Locations: Houstono, TX; opportunities also available in San Antonio & Dallas
Pay Rate: $24–$28 per hour (based on education and experience)
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Employment Type: Contract-to-Hire / Temp-to-Hire
Reports To: Water Quality Project Manager

Position Overview

The Environmental Scientist I supports the Environmental Services Division by executing environmental compliance and field-based tasks under the guidance of a Project Manager. This role is critical to the 2026 renewal cycle of multiple Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans (SWPPP) and Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure (SPCC) plans across Texas.

This position offers a hands-on, field-oriented opportunity to work directly with clients, regulatory agencies, and project teams while gaining valuable experience in environmental compliance, inspections, and technical plan development.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct field evaluations at industrial facilities throughout Texas, including collecting stormwater feature data, measuring secondary containment, and identifying storage tank volumes

  
  

• Perform compliance inspections, document findings, collect photographic evidence, and maintain inventories of oil-containing materials

  
  

• Interpret technical and field data to draft, renew, and update SWPPP and SPCC plans using web-based software

  
  

• Coordinate mapping and drafting requests; annotate site features and locations using tools such as Google Earth

  
  

• Schedule and coordinate site visits directly with clients while meeting project timelines and budgets

  
  

• Track project data and deliverables using Microsoft Excel and other reporting tools

  
  

• Apply independent judgment within established Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)

  
  

• Collaborate with Project Managers, clients, and internal teams to ensure high-quality service and regulatory compliance

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Engineering, Chemistry, Geology, Biology, or a related field

  
  

• 0–3 years of related professional or internship experience

  
  

• Basic understanding of the Clean Water Act; familiarity with SWPPP and SPCC plans preferred

  
  

• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Google Earth

  
  

• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations related to volume estimation and data analysis

  
  

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with a customer-service mindset

  
  

• Ability to operate geographic or scientific field data collection equipment

Nice-to-Have Skills

• Experience with environmental compliance inspections

  
  

• Exposure to GIS or basic mapping tools

  
  

• Knowledge of Texas environmental regulations and agencies

Physical & Travel Requirements

• Willingness to travel frequently and overnight throughout Texas

  
  

• Ability to work extended or irregular hours as project demands require

  
  

• Valid driver’s license and ability to meet company auto insurability requirements

  
  

• Ability to work outdoors and in industrial environments

  
  

• This is a Safety Sensitive and Security Sensitive position

Why Join Us?

This is an excellent opportunity to advance your career in environmental science, gain hands-on field experience, and contribute to meaningful compliance efforts that protect environmental resources across Texas.

If you meet the qualifications and are eager to grow within a collaborative and reputable organization, we encourage you to apply today.

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