Environmental Science Associate I - (HazMat)

About Us

SoCalGas, the nation’s largest gas distribution utility, is dedicated to providing safe, reliable, and affordable energy to over 21 million Southern California customers. Through innovation, collaboration, and an unwavering commitment to the needs of our communities we proudly uphold our mindset of “Glad to be of Service”  and  provide exceptional customer service today and ready to meet California’s energy needs with innovative solutions for tomorrow.

As an employee of SoCalGas, you will support our core values to do the right thing, champion people, and shape the future. You will play a pivotal role in the energy transition initiatives, supporting our mission: Safe, reliable, and affordable energy delivery today. Ready for tomorrow.  We are committed to attracting top talent and fostering a diverse workforce that reflects the vibrant communities we serve. 

As an employee of SoCalGas, you’ll enjoy a competitive compensation plan, upward mobility opportunities and the ability to find a true work life balance.  Discover the rewards of joining SoCalGas by exploring our website: Our Mission; Sustainability, In the Community, and Employee Benefits. Join SoCalGas today and become a vital part of a team that is driving innovation, championing community needs, and shaping the future of energy in California.

Primary Purpose
Supports professional environmental tasks with foundational scientific skills. Applies existing procedures to routine analyses and learns regulatory frameworks, reporting standards, and quality assurance expectations.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Assists with ecological data compilation, organization and statistical analysis, Geographic Information System (GIS) support, and technical reporting.
• Collects samples as required by various regulatory agencies, complete data sheets, chain of custody forms, and prepare samples for shipment to laboratory.
• Supports the environmental permitting and licensing, and compliance phases of projects.
• Supports the inspection work including indoor air quality inspections, water intrusion investigation and mold assessments.
• Provides support for expert environmental witness testimony and supporting exhibits during project siting approval reviews.
• Assists with environmental delineations and fields surveys in accordance with regulatory requirements.
• Helps ensure company compliance, with environmental, chemical, waste management, and permit regulations.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education

• Required: Typically requires a 4 year degree in a relevant field, or equivalent combination of relevant education and experience.

Experience

• Required: Typically requires 0 years of related experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Required: Ability to communicate technical information clearly within a project team.
• Required: Ability to learn and apply scientific methods related to environmental assessment.
• Required: Ability to work under close supervision while developing foundational scientific competence.
• Required: Knowledge of basic environmental regulations and compliance concepts.
• Required: Knowledge of fundamental environmental science principles, including ecology, chemistry, and earth systems.
• Required: Skill in applying standard sampling or observation protocols under guidance.
• Required: Skill in collecting, recording, and organizing environmental data using established methods.