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Field Scientist

Terracon Consultants, Inc.
life insurance, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, 401(k)
United States, Florida, Tallahassee
May 16, 2026
General Responsibilities: Perform environmental site investigations, assessment, and surveys. Perform field testing, observation, and inspection of construction materials (e.g. soils, aggregates, concrete, asphalt, and steel). Communicate with project manager, engineering technicians, client representative, contractor's representative and others as applicable regarding the project requirements, and testing, observation, and inspection requirements and results. Transport material samples with associated identifying documentation to the laboratory for further testing and analysis. Tabulate, prepare, and submit data and observation in the form of written and digital reports. Maintain and clean equipment, vehicles and work areas. Adhere to strict safety standards. Essential Roles and Responsibilities: Follow all safety rules, guidelines, and standards.Participate in pretask planning and report safety concerns. Report any safety issues or concerns to management. Under close supervision of higher level technicians or staff professionals, assist on tasks and perform basic testing and observations duties. Provides clear documentation of findings and results. Submits documentation and communicates results as directed by the Project Manager Will be placed in a progressively increased role of training and responsibility in work assignments. Maintain assigned equipment. Drive a vehicle such as a Ford F-150 or equivalent. Overnight travel as needed. Support environmental due diligence activities such as Phase I ESAs, PCAs, and regulatory compliance reviews. Be responsible for maintaining quality standards on all projects. Requirements: Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science or related degree. Valid driver's license with acceptable violation history. Proficient computer skills. Preferred Certification: 40 Hour OSHA About Terracon: Terracon is a 100 percent employee-owned multidiscipline consulting firm comprised of more than 8,000 curious minds focused on solving engineering and technical challenges from more than 200 locations nationwide. Since 1965, Terracon has evolved into a successful multi-discipline firm specializing in environmental, facilities, geotechnical, and materials services. Terracon's growth is due to our talented employee-owners exceeding expectations in client service and growing their careers with new and exciting opportunities in the marketplace. Terracon's vision of "Together, we are best at people" is demonstrated through our excellent compensation and benefits package. Based on eligibility, role and job status, we offer many programs including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan, paid time off and holidays, education reimbursement, and various bonus programs.