Assistant Environmental Scientist Job at The Planet Group, Newton, MA

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  • The Planet Group
  • Newton, MA

Job Description

Assistant Environmental Scientist

Onsite | Portland, ME | Wallingford, CT | Newton, MA - Can work out of any of these 3 locations.

$28.50 – $30/hour

12-month contract-to-hire

Fleet vehicle provided for work use only

Join a leading firm’s Environmental Services team supporting permitting and environmental compliance for infrastructure and energy-related projects. This is a true entry-level opportunity ideal for recent grads with 1–2 years of environmental experience. In this role, you’ll support environmental fieldwork, assist in technical report preparation, help with permit applications, and contribute to NEPA documentation and GIS analysis.

Day-to-day responsibilities:

  • Assist with field surveys, site assessments, and environmental data collection
  • Support preparation of technical reports and environmental impact statements
  • Help prepare federal, state, and local permit applications
  • Perform site investigations, erosion control support, and soil sampling
  • Utilize ArcGIS and GPS tools for mapping and spatial analysis
  • Conduct environmental compliance audits and support NEPA documentation
  • Follow all safety protocols and environmental regulations

Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s in Environmental Science or related natural science
  • 1–2 years of relevant experience (no more than 2)
  • Valid driver’s license + clean driving record (MVR required)
  • Basic knowledge of site assessments, permitting, compliance, and GIS
  • Strong writing, organization, and MS Office skills

Steel-toe boots may be required.

U.S. work authorization required.

Job Tags

Contract work, Local area,

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