What are the responsibilities and job description for the Entry-Level Environmental Specialist - University of Connecticut position at Antea Group?
Antea USA, Inc. (Antea®Group) is seeking motivated, detail-oriented graduates for entry-level Environmental Specialist roles for current and Spring 2026 opportunities in various office locations throughout the United States.
Qualified individuals must have strong organizational and communication skills (both verbal and written), and a desire to work in a fast-paced environment with a strong technical support team. This safety-sensitive position reports to a project manager and will support project teams on a variety of assignments including site remediation activities, technical and safety oversight of subcontractors, permitting, Phase I and Phase II Environmental Site Assessments, and health and safety audit support.
Typical job assignments may include but are not limited to:
- Preparing work and health and safety plans;
- Conducting soil and groundwater investigations and sampling;
- Remediation system operation and maintenance;
- Data entry, management, and analysis; and
- Preparation of reports in a variety of formats.
This is a full-time position with 70% - 80% of travel anticipated. This may require working alone in remote locations and/or out-of-state work supporting other company offices.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education and Training
- BS in Geology, Hydrogeology, Engineering, Environmental Science, Biology, Chemistry, Health & Safety or related major;
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel;
- Minimum 0 – 3 years of applicable environmental experience; and
- This position requires a 40-hour HAZWOPER OSHA certification. While current certification is desirable, it is not required to apply. HAZWOPER training will be provided upon employment if the successful candidate(s) is/are not already certified.
Experience & Fundamental Skill Set
- Strong mechanical, organizational, and communication skills;
- Strong time, project task management, and decision-making skills;
- Able to work independently, troubleshoot mechanical issues, and produce results with attention to details;
- Ability to multi-task with multiple project managers;
- Interest and motivation to diversify skill set;
- Familiarity with state and federal environmental regulatory framework;
- Authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship, now or in the future; and
- Potential employees must be able to satisfactorily complete a background check, pre-employment drug screening (as permitted by law), and baseline physical (safety-sensitive roles). They must also have a valid driver's license and good driving record.
Antea Group focuses strongly on safety in all aspects of our operations, in the field, the office, and while traveling. The successful candidate must likewise consider safety as paramount and demonstrate an awareness of safe operations and be willing to accommodate long or non-standard work hours on a project-by-project basis.
Physical Requirements / Work Environment - Maintain physical condition appropriate to the performance of assigned duties and responsibilities, which may include the following:
- Sedentary to light work (typical office or administrative work)
- Frequently required to stand, sit and walk for extended periods of time
- Occasional lifting and carrying of low (under 25lbs) to moderate (25-49lbs) weight objects
- Repetitive motions: substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers (including reaching)
- Subject to inside environmental conditions (protection from weather conditions but not necessarily from temperature change)
- Operation of a motor vehicle
Additionally, if you are assigned work in the field at client project sites you will need to complete a medical surveillance/fitness-for-duty examination and maintain physical condition appropriate to the performance of assigned duties and responsibilities which may include the following:
- Medium to heavy work
- Subject to outside environmental conditions: heat/cold, wind, wet and/or humid, etc.
- Occasional stooping (bending body downward and forward), kneeling (bending legs at the knee), crouching (bending body downward and forward), and climbing
- Frequent lifting (including push/pull, hold/carry) of light, moderate, and possibly heavy-weight objects
- Subject to hazards, including a variety of physical conditions, including but not limited to: proximity to moving vehicles, parts, or equipment; exposure to chemicals; pressure (including noise); electrical hazards; biological hazards; excavation/trenching; confined spaces; elevated work; materials handling
- May be required to wear an air-purifying respirator
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
The hourly salary range for this position is $25.00 - $29.00. Compensation will vary depending on the applicant’s job-related knowledge and skills, education, and work experience.
Antea Group offers its full-time and part-time employees excellent benefits, including health, dental, and vision plans; life insurance; disability benefits; paid time off; 401(k); and a leading-edge wellness program.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Antea Group is an EEO employer.
NO RECRUITERS PLEASE
NO VISA SPONSORSHIP AT THIS TIME
Job Number
JN -032026-740
Position Type
Full Time Talent
Practice Area
Environmental Remediation (ELM)
Years of Experience
0-3
City/State
Hartford, CT
Min. Hourly
$25.00
Max. Hourly
$29.00
Date Posted
3/17/2026
Salary : $25 - $29