Entry Level Environmental Specialist

February 27, 2026

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Job Code: ESP2-SF (San Francisco/Oakland)

The selected candidate will work with our staff of environmental scientists, civil and mechanical engineers, safety professionals and industrial hygienists. The successful candidate will spend approximately 75% of their time performing environmental engineering and/or industrial hygiene based assessments and monitoring involving asbestos and lead. Other types of projects that you will perform include indoor air quality investigations; sampling of air, soil and water; construction monitoring; and evaluation of buildings for hazardous materials.

The position will include approximately 75% field work and 25% office work over the course of the year. Note that SCA will train you in the necessary technical areas, so you do not need to have experience in all areas. The most important things you can bring to the job are a desire to learn, an ability to be flexible, and a willingness to work hard.

Qualifications & Experience:

Bachelor's degree preferred (job requires high school level Sciences, all majors welcomed as well as OPT)
Excellent communication (oral and written) skills
Excellent organizational skills
Proficient with MS Office (Word, Excel).
Must be able to work independently and as part of a team
Ability to multi-task and work on multiple projects at the same time
Must be physically able to climb a 20' ladder, lift up to 50 pounds, enter crawl spaces and attics, and work on construction sites near heavy construction equipment and in outside weather conditions such as wet and/or humid conditions. Work may be conducted in locations where noise, fumes, dust, toxic materials are present.
Participation in SCA's Medical Surveillance Program, which requires the selected candidate to maintain a current medical clearance to work and wear respiratory protection
A reliable car, drivers license, and auto insurance for field work are REQUIRED
Ability to work nights and weekends, which occurs up to 20% of the time, is also required.

This is an entry-level position To apply, please submit resume and cover letter. Important: Be sure to reference the exact Job Code in the subject line of your email.

No phone calls please.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $ $32.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Referral program

Work Location: In person

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