Certis Solutions is hiring a career path minded Soil Technician in the North Bay to support solid waste, mining, civil infrastructure, and environmental remediation projects. This full-time, long term role involves field testing, sampling, and documentation at various active job sites across the western states. All travel expenses are covered for trips of 1-2+ months at a time throughout the 2025 field work season and beyond with opportunities for mentorship and promotion.
Must-Have Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, geology, or a related field
- Eligible to work in the U.S.
- Valid driver’s license
- Comfortable with travel and extended fieldwork
- Able to lift up to 50 pounds and pass a pre-employment physical & drug screening
Top Skills/Key Job Responsibilities
- Perform field testing (compaction, permeability, moisture-density, etc.)
- Observe and document geosynthetic liner installation and contractor activities
- Conduct soil and groundwater sampling
- Use GPS equipment to record test locations
- Assist in preparing construction completion reports
- Support environmental monitoring and quality assurance efforts
Preferences
- 40-Hour HAZWOPER and/or MSHA Part 48 certifications
- Familiarity with nuclear density gauges, permeameters, and groundwater sampling techniques
- Experience on landfill, mine, or hazardous waste sites
Why Join Us?
- Pay range: $20–$25/hr, based on experience
- Join a respected team working on diverse, high-impact environmental projects
- Gain valuable field experience with room for growth in the environmental consulting industry