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Entry Level Environmental Jobs in Plainfield, NJ

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Elmwood Park, NJ30+ days ago

Full-time

We require a self-motivated growth seeker who is effective at combining creative thinking with logical design ideas to develop solutions to challenging environmental problems. The job will consist of a variety of tasks, but candidates can expect to perform soil and groundwater sampling, field inspections and design of solid waste facilities.

Totowa, New Jersey30+ days ago

$18–$20 Per Hour

We have also created an internal culture that provides the resources and technology needed to encourage personal and professional growth opportunities through reimbursement for education; a free in-house resource for hundreds of educational and self-enrichment courses; mentorship program; wellness program; Women’s Organization and ongoing philanthropic opportunities. That’s why we are committed to providing all our employees with a safe, comfortable work environment, potential for career advancement, and the ability to impact society through their projects as well as Company sponsored activities.

Linden, New Jersey20 days ago

$68,000–$86,000 Per Year

Our collaborative, multidisciplinary group spanning architectural, structural, civil, electrical, mechanical, process engineering, pipeline design, and integrity management works together to deliver integrated, high‑impact solutions. 1-4 years of relative experience or willingness to learn site/civil design including site grading, stormwater analysis, erosion/sediment control measures and earthworks estimation.

Lyndhurst, New Jersey15 days ago

We primarily service Northern New Jersey, Southern New York State, New York City, Connecticut, with a state-of-the-art rail served landfill located in Ohio. Essential Job Summary: The Entry-Level B Welder is responsible for performing basic welding and repair tasks on steel waste containers and compactors.

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Lyndhurst, NJToday

We primarily service Northern New Jersey, Southern New York State, New York City, Connecticut, with a state-of-the-art rail served landfill located in Ohio. The Entry-Level B Welder is responsible for performing basic welding and repair tasks on steel waste containers and compactors.

East Brunswick, New Jersey13 days ago

$65,000–$80,000 Per Year

With a focus on integrating technology, sustainability, and compliance, we consider each water resources and environmental remediation project a chance to innovate and evolve to protect public health and enhance quality of life. Our team excels in dams and levees, advanced water and wastewater treatment, stormwater management, and conveyance, collection, and transmission.

Mt Vernon, IN30 days ago

$65,000–$103,000 Per Year

BWX Technologies, Inc. and its affiliates and subsidiaries (BWXT) is not responsible for and does not accept any liability for fees or other costs associated with resumes or candidates presented by recruiters or employment agencies, unless a binding, written recruitment agreement between BWXT and the recruiter or agency exists prior to the presentation of candidates or resumes to BWXT and includes the specific services, job openings, and fees to be paid (“Agreement”). A U.S.-based company, BWXT is a Fortune 1000 and Defense News Top 100 manufacturing and engineering innovator that provides safe and effective nuclear solutions for global security, clean energy, environmental restoration, nuclear medicine and space exploration.

Hamilton, New Jersey19 days ago

$74,000–$100,000 Per Year

As an Environmental Remediation Scientist/Geologist, you will perform environmental data evaluation, technical writing, field activities, and overall field services assistance at remediation project sites for large petroleum, retail gasoline, and major utilities clients across the state of New Jersey. From environmental planning, permitting, remediation, and site characterization to chemical data management and hydrogeology, Kleinfelder offers a variety of services designed to provide technically appropriate and cost-effective solutions.

New York, New York30+ days ago

$52,927.70–$112,673.60 Per Year

TRC’s New York City office is a vibrant, dynamic, and fast-paced work environment in the heart of Manhattan and provides access to a broad spectrum of professional experiences in a setting that thrives on teamwork. Preparation of associated reports, including report text, supporting field documentation (e.g., photograph, soil boring, test pit, monitoring well construction, and well development logs) and other appendices, and review and tabulation of laboratory analytical reports.

Pennington, New Jersey30+ days ago

In this position, you will apply your academic knowledge and practical experience to real-world situations related to contaminated sediment site assessment & remediation practice for a diverse national private and public sector client base, while also learning and expanding the business skills needed for a successful consulting career This role is ideal for an early‑career professional interested in developing project coordination and management skills while gaining selective exposure to field activities that support remediation projects. Geosyntec is an innovative, international engineering and consulting firm serving private and public-sector clients to address new ventures and complex problems involving our environment, natural resources, and civil infrastructure.

New York, New York14 days ago

Remote

$50–$70 Per Hour

Background in environmental assessment and compliance, air, water, or waste permitting and monitoring, contaminated-site investigation/remediation, corporate sustainability, ESG reporting, or climate-risk analysis. Collaborate with other environmental-science experts to design the environment, shape task scope, and review scenarios for realism and rigor.

New York, New York22 days ago

Remote

$50–$70 Per Hour

New York, New York23 days ago

Remote

$50–$70 Per Hour

New York, New York30+ days ago

$115,000–$145,000 Per Year

Overview: NV5 (NYSE: TIC) is a provider of engineering and consulting services to public and private sector clients, delivering solutions through six business verticals: Testing, Inspection & Consulting; Infrastructure; Utility Services; Environmental Health Sciences; Buildings & Program Management; and Geospatial Technology. The pay range for this New York position is $115,000.00 - $145,000.00 per year; however, base pay offered may be higher or lower depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience of the candidate.

New York, New York30+ days ago

$125,038–$180,858 Per Year

Individuals qualified for this position should have environmental analysis, NEPA, state and local environmental analysis expertise, state and federal permitting experience in New Jersey (General/Nationwide /Individual Wetland Permits, Pinelands and Highlands and Coastal Wetland Permits, including Waterfront Development and CAFRA permits) and experience in coordinating with jurisdictional agencies. The work required is diverse and ranges from performing and/or coordination of field inspection and soil/groundwater sampling to technical work that requires strong communication skills and knowledge of MS Excel, MS Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Access, and Adobe Acrobat.

Morristown, New Jersey30+ days ago

$110,000–$130,000 Per Year

Overview: NV5 (NYSE: TIC) is a provider of engineering and consulting services to public and private sector clients, delivering solutions through six business verticals: Testing, Inspection & Consulting; Infrastructure; Utility Services; Environmental Health Sciences; Buildings & Program Management; and Geospatial Technology. The submission of unsolicited resumes by recruitment or staffing agencies to NV5 or its employees is strictly prohibited unless contacted directly by NV5's internal Talent Acquisition team seeking 3rd party sourcing assistance.

New York, New York30+ days ago

$114,712–$153,026 Per Year

Perform Quality Analysis/Quality Control of deliverables related to projects and tasks managed, as well as projects and tasks managed by others, and are responsible for implementation of the firms' quality procedures at project and task levels. We recognize that the expertise of our staff is our strongest asset, so we generously reward employees for successful performance and invest in their careers through training and the development of new skills and certifications.

Trenton, NJ7 days ago

Full-time

The position may also assist in the analysis of Per- and Polyfluorinated Substances (PFAS) air quality impacts and other emerging pollutants of concern, coordinate with the Bureau of Stationary Sources, Regional Planning Organizations, the United States Environmental Protection Agency, and other New Jersey Department of Environmental programs including Environmental Justice, enforcement, solid waste, pollution prevention and planning. Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s degree in one of the Physical Sciences, Environmental Sciences/Studies, Chemical Sciences, Biological Sciences, or in Environmental Planning, Environmental Policy, or Physical Geography; or in Civil Engineering, Sanitary Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Agricultural Engineering, Mining Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or Bio-resource Engineering.

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Trenton, NJ6 days ago

Full-time

Under the close supervision of a supervisory official, in an Environmental Engineering Program in a State department, institution, agency, or local government agency, learns to conduct routine surveys, studies, inspections, and/or investigations relating to the improvement and/or monitoring of environmental conditions; learns to review engineering plans; learns to gather data, and research and analyze information as it relates to the enforcement of environmental laws/regulations; does other related duties as required. Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Chemical, Mechanical, Environmental, Ocean, Coastal, Bio-Resource, Biomedical, Sanitary, Industrial, Agricultural, or Mining Engineering, or other field of engineering related to the environment.

Lincroft, New Jersey30+ days ago

Demonstrated computer literacy skills at an intermediate level including ability to utilize and apply Microsoft Office Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint as well as specialized software programs and computer applications essential to the learning process e.g. the College’s Learning Management System and ERP (Colleague). Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Expertise in handling and treatment of harmful chemicals, substances and equipment specific to the lab they work in, as appropriate, required Demonstrated ability to work with students of varying ages, cultures, and knowledge base.

Trenton, NJ14 days ago

Full-time

Job responsibilities include the (1) issuance of new, renewed, or modified NJPDES permits for the discharge of industrial or sanitary wastewater to ground waters of the State consistent with the provisions of N.J.A.C. 7:14A, (2) issuance of TWA permits for septic systems consistent with the provision of N.J.A.C. 7:9A, and (3) providing responses to the multitude of daily emails and phone calls from permittees, citizens, engineers, and health departments. Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s degree in one of the Physical Sciences, Environmental Sciences/Studies, Chemical Sciences, Biological Sciences, or in Environmental Planning, Environmental Policy, or Physical Geography; or in Civil Engineering, Sanitary Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Agricultural Engineering, Mining Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or Bio-resource Engineering.

New York, New York14 days ago

Remote

$50–$70 Per Hour

New York, New York17 days ago

Remote

$50–$70 Per Hour

New York, NY30+ days ago

$70,000–$95,000

Conducting safety and health assessments, inspections, and audits in various client industrial and non-industrial settings, such as manufacturing sites, laboratories, universities, hospitals, museums, media and entertainment productions, offices, and other work environments. The successful candidate will work with a team of CIHs, CSPs, senior scientists, and other Colden technical and regulatory specialists to support consulting projects in areas such as industrial hygiene (IH), safety, and environmental health and safety (EHS) management.

New York, New York30+ days ago

$208,000–$260,000 Per Year

Trenton, NJ14 days ago

Full-time

Trenton, NJ8 days ago

Full-time

Elmwood Park, NJ30+ days ago

Full-time

The successful candidate will manage aspects of important projects including proposal development, budget, project execution and scheduling and client communications. These tasks may include collection and analysis of data using established procedures, performance of routine calculations, and participation in evaluating the feasibility of alternate solutions.

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Branchburg, NJ5 days ago

$79,000–$216,000 Per Year
Full-time

Conduct, oversee, and manage Phase I Environmental Site Assessments (ESAs), New Jersey Preliminary Assessments (PAs), Environmental Desktop Reviews, and multi-media regulatory compliance audits at complex commercial and industrial facilities from proposal to successful final product delivery. Effectively coordinate with other team members as requested or assigned, able to provide guidance and monitor progress on assigned tasks or projects, and ensure work product produced by self or other assigned team members is consistently high quality.

New York, New York30+ days ago

$25–$36 Per Hour

From pipelines to power plants, roadways to reservoirs, schoolyards to security solutions, clients look to TRC for breakthrough thinking backed by the innovative follow-through of an industry leader. We recognize that the expertise of our staff is our strongest asset, so we generously reward employees for successful performance and invest in their careers through training and the development of new skills and certifications.

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Princeton, NJ3 days ago

$114,000–$143,000 Per Year

The services and support provided to our clients within various industries range across a variety of topics, including but not limited to air permit applications, emissions estimation, preparation of air compliance related reports, air dispersion modeling, and general regulatory compliance. As you begin working on projects, you will be given increasing responsibility, while also being able to rely on experienced managers and colleagues who offer support and a helping hand as you learn and develop in your role.

New York, New York30+ days ago

$130,000–$150,000 Per Year

Parlin, New Jersey30+ days ago

$125,000–$150,000 Per Year

The Program Manager is responsible for overseeing multiple related projects within an organization and various clients to ensure they align with business objectives, are executed effectively, and deliver the expected value. Review of Site Plan and Subdivision applicants submitted to Municipal Land Use Boards and attend Municipal Planning Board, Zoning Board of Adjustment, and Council Meetings, when required by management or client.

New York, New York30+ days ago

$55,000–$61,000 Per Year

New York, New York30+ days ago

$40–$65 Per Hour

Overview: NV5 (NYSE: TIC) is a provider of engineering and consulting services to public and private sector clients, delivering solutions through six business verticals: Testing, Inspection & Consulting; Infrastructure; Utility Services; Environmental Health Sciences; Buildings & Program Management; and Geospatial Technology. Construction Inspectors to work on a NYSDOT Region 8 project in Orange County, NY, NICET II minimum or equivalent, with 2-3 years of experience on similar construction projects preferred, but entry level candidates will be considered.

Waldwick, New Jersey30+ days ago

$20–$30 Per Hour

As a Plant Health Care Specialist Trainee, you will play an important role in: Learning to perform all functions of integrated pest management programs, including: Performing tree and shrub care treatments using spray, tree injection, and soil injection tools as prescribed by the Arborist Representative. Degree in Arboriculture, Forestry, Horticulture, Plant Science, Landscape Management, Environmental Science or a related field OR prior experience working in the tree care industry if preferred but not required.

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Piscataway, NJ3 days ago

Aligned with Rutgers University-New Brunswick and collaborating university-wide, RBHS includes eight schools, a behavioral health network, and five centers and institutes that focus on cancer treatment and research, neuroscience, advanced biotechnology and medicine, environmental and occupational health, and health care policy and aging research. Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption.

New York, New York9 days ago

$90,900–$122,700 Per Year

2. Global ESG Reporting Coordination – The team delivers reporting and analysis supporting the following business process areas or required third-party reporting frameworks: investment committee ESG project outcomes, routine investor due diligence inquiries, net zero carbon progress, Hines sustainable value creation framework progress, EU SFDR Article 8 filings, annual fund investor report ESG results, annual fund sustainability report, EU Taxonomy, CSRD, TNFD (2028), TCFD/SASB, UN PRI, Inrev, BVI, EET, Ecovadis, green bond requirements, Shareaction, SBTI, future US SEC sustainability requirements, and local jurisdiction requirements including California, UK, and other localities. Senior Analyst work activities to be directed by the team leader include discrete projects and routines: Report Preparation: Contribute to the design and population of regular sustainability reports and presentations for internal and external stakeholders, including senior management, regulatory agencies, sustainability rating organizations, and investors.

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Budd Lake, NJToday

$25–$36 Per Hour

We are a vertically integrated manufacturing company that develops innovative products for diversified applications in the industrial, optical communications, military, life sciences, semiconductor equipment, and consumer markets. Coherent provides a comprehensive career development platform within an environment that challenges employees to perform at their best, while rewarding excellence and hard-work through a competitive compensation program.

New York, New York17 days ago

Remote

$55–$80 Per Hour

This role supports current and upcoming remote consulting opportunities focused on structured environmental science review, compliance documentation, permitting workflows, monitoring data assessment, remediation planning, sustainability materials, and high-quality project execution. Experience in one or more areas such as environmental assessment, NEPA, CWA, CAA, RCRA, CERCLA, air permitting, water permitting, waste permitting, monitoring, contaminated-site remediation, sustainability reporting, GHG accounting, or climate-risk analysis.

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Princeton, NJToday

$105,000–$125,000 Per Year

Locations 333 Pfingsten Road, Northbrook, IL, 60062, US UL LLC, IC - New York, Trenton, NJ, US PO Box 272314, Tampa, FL, 33688, US 202 Carnegie Center, Princeton, NJ, 08540, US 4225 Purple Plum Way, Colorado Springs, CO, 80920, US 175 Broadhollow Road, Melville, NY, 11747, US 2211 Newmarket Parkway, Marietta, GA, 30067, US 2500 Bee Cave Road Building 1, #300, Austin, TX, 78746, US 1075 W Lambert Rd. We do this through Renewable Energy Advisory and Digital Services, Environmental, Health and Safety Software & Learning programs, best in class Sustainability and ESG reporting software with UL 360, advisory services, subject matter experts and Healthy Buildings testing and verification.

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Bronx, NYToday

$81,663–$153,087 Per Year

Limited stops are also available near transit hubs in Manhattan including the Metro North Harlem Station and subway lines – 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, N, Q, R, A, B, C, and D. If there is need in the community, we can also run a shuttle from the Henry Hudson Parkway / 246th St bus stop which connects to the #7, #10, and Express Buses to/from Manhattan. Riverdale emphasizes both high challenge and high support in its approach to education, encouraging students to engage deeply in interdisciplinary learning, research, and experiential education, both inside and outside the classroom and beyond our campuses.

New York, NY20 days ago

$60,000–$90,000 Per Year

Alliance is a leading provider of premier technical solutions across multiple services lines - Source Testing, Fugitive Emissions Monitoring, Laboratory Testing & Analysis, Environmental Consulting, EH&S Compliance, and Assessment & Remediation. As a Consultant, you will assist with a variety of impactful air quality-related tasks for our clients in the petroleum refining, oil and gas, and chemical manufacturing industries.

Rutherford, NJ30+ days ago

$90,000–$180,000 Per Year

Job responsibilities will include teaching and training entry-level to mid-level designers and analyst, design of site layout, grading, stormwater management, utilities, landscaping, lighting, and soil erosion and sediment control measures. While there are numerous skills that will assist a new employee – such as knowledge in AutoCAD, grading and drainage design abilities, field experience, and technical writing – we are also intrigued by someone who seeks to overcome challenges and to be an innovator within the industry.

Bedminster, NJ28 days ago

Technical Skills: Advanced proficiency in geologic and hydrogeologic conceptual site modeling; strategic scoping and execution of environmental investigations; design and implementation of soil, sediment and groundwater remedial systems; and authoring comprehensive technical reports (SI, RI, RAW, CEA, RA, etc.). Our benefit offerings cover the must-haves (healthcare and retirement), the just-in-cases (insurances and employee assistance programs), and the cherry-on-tops (fitness reimbursements, year-end incentive pay, and tuition assistance).

New York, New York17 days ago

Remote

$50–$70 Per Hour

Holmdel, New Jersey7 days ago

$100,000–$150,855 Per Year

We have also created an internal culture that provides the resources and technology needed to encourage personal and professional growth opportunities through reimbursement for education; a free in-house resource for hundreds of educational and self-enrichment courses; mentorship program; wellness program; Women’s Organization and ongoing philanthropic opportunities. Our award-winning, nationally recognized team of professional planners, landscape architects, civic engagement specialists, GIS analysts, and environmental scientists works with communities to develop plans and designs that are creative, well-rounded, thoughtful and realistic.

Newark, New Jersey28 days ago

Remote

$125,000–$135,000 Per Year

The Product Marketing Manager will possess a well-rounded skill set, including experience in product marketing, public relations, budget management, and cross-functional collaboration, while ensuring strong product performance and market presence. The Product Marketing Manager should be a seasoned, self-driven leader responsible for strategically leading marketing initiatives within the Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) Retail and eCommerce category.

New York, NY7 days ago

$115,000–$130,000 Per Year

Ability to work across the full data lifecycle - data collection, cleaning, analysis, and visualization - to produce polished tables, charts, and modeling outputs, with a demonstrated capacity to identify data gaps and develop pragmatic solutions or assumptions (for example working with data from investments, transactions, and impact attributes) . Conduct quantitative analysis to assess risk, return, and impact across blended finance, green bank, innovative insurance and risk transfer solutions, as well as other catalytic finance structures, including proactively identifying opportunities for further exploration, data limitations, and modeling risks.

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Entry Level Environmental Jobs in Plainfield, NJ

Entry Level Environmental Engineer YU & ASSOCIATES INC

Entry-Level Geotechnical Lab Technician Colliers Engineering & Design

Entry Level Civil Engineer Kleinfelder Inc

Entry-Level B Welder – Containers & Compactors Interstate Waste Services

Entry-Level B Welder - Containers & Compactors Interstate Waste Services

Entry Level CAD Technician GFT.

Manufacturing Engineer (Entry Level) BWXT

Environmental Remediation Scientist / Geologist Kleinfelder Inc

Senior Environmental Scientist/Engineer TRC Companies, Inc.

Early-Career Environmental Engineer or Scientist Geosyntec Consultants, Inc.

Environmental Scientist - Fully Remote Mercor

Environmental Scientist Mercor

Senior Environmental Scientist Mercor

Senior Environmental Engineer NV5

Senior Environmental Project Manager Dewberry

Senior Environmental Specialist NV5

Senior Civil/Environmental Engineer/Project Manager TRC Companies, Inc.

AEMS-2026-29 Environmental Services Trainee NJ Department of Environmental Protection

AEMS-2026-21 Environmental Engineer Trainee NJ Department of Environmental Protection

Hourly - Instructional Assistant - Oceanography/Geology/Environmental Science Brookdale Community College

WRM-2026-12 Environmental Services Trainee NJ Department of Environmental Protection

Environmental Consultant Mercor

Senior Environmental Consultant Mercor

Environmental Health & Safety Specialist Colden Corporation

Environmental Remediation and Compliance Business Unit Leader GFT.

WRM-2026-15 Environmental Engineer Trainee NJ Department of Environmental Protection

WLM-2026-10 Environmental Engineer Trainee NJ Department of Environmental Protection

Environmental Supervising Engineer YU & ASSOCIATES INC

Environmental Due Diligence Project Manager The Vertex Companies, LLC

Environmental Technician TRC Companies, Inc.

Managing Consultant, Air Quality Ramboll US Corporation

Senior Advocate Natural Resources Defense Council, Inc.

Program Manager Artheon

Donor Onboarding Coordinator Natural Resources Defense Council, Inc.

Construction Inspector-NYSDOT-Region 8 NV5

Plant Health Care Specialist Trainee Bartlett Tree Experts

Program Assistant Rutgers University

Senior Analyst, Sustainability Reporting Hines

Senior Crystal Growth Technician Coherent

Remote 24-MAG

Software Sales Engineer - Ultrus UL Solutions

Middle and Upper School Science Teacher Riverdale Country School

Air Quality Project Technical Specialist Alliance Technical Group

Project Manager – Site/Civil Stonefield Engineering and Design

Project Manager LaBella Associates

Sustainability Specialist Mercor

Project Manager - Planning Colliers Engineering & Design

Product Marketing Manager PESNA Panasonic Eco Solutions North America

Climate Financial Analyst Natural Resources Defense Council, Inc.

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