Geotechnical Assistant Geologist

• Evaluate and interpret subsurface field and sampling data including soil and groundwater to develop conclusions concerning the environmental and geologic site conditions
• Generate subsurface maps and cross-sections and collaborate with engineering and environmental scientist staff on projects
• Oversee field monitoring and testing of soils including boring investigations and soil type classification
• Interpret soil, bedrock and groundwater elevation and quality data
• Prepare written plans and reports related to site investigations, assessments and remediation activities
• Projects may include construction projects focusing on earthwork and structural foundations
• well design and sampling
• environmental assessments including Phase I/II site assessments
• seismic risk assessments
• Follow safety rules, guidelines and standards for all projects
• Participate in pre-task planning
• Report any safety issues or concerns to management
• Be responsible for maintaining quality standards on all projects
• Entry level geological professional responsible for gathering data and information to be evaluated by other team members
• Performs sampling and testing of water, soil, and other materials
• Tabulate and prepare data for written reports
• Assist with report preparation by summarizing data and information within reports
• Operates field monitoring equipment
• Assists with operation and maintenance of remediation and instrumentation systems
• Transport material, samples or documents to the laboratory for further testing and analysis
• Maintains and calibrates field monitoring equipment
• Developing level Geologist/ Hydrogeologist responsible for conducting analyses of component portions of projects
• assignments are designed to develop knowledge and abilities
• Performs site visits, field observations and field data collection or assignments
• Assists in the collection and analysis of data from sampling, reports, maps, drawings, tests and aerial photographs to evaluate, plan and permit projects
• Conducts water, soil and other sampling
• Implements technical requirements to complete client projects by directing field staff to sample, test and collect data and/or document site activities
• Outlines required investigative program(s) by selecting the proper alternative techniques to conduct site studies in field of expertise
• May have limited client contact pertaining to specific projects/tasks
• Proficient Geologist/ Hydrogeologist responsible for conducting site testing and making recommendations for systems design on smaller projects of minimal complexity
• May assist more senior Geologists on large, more complex projects
• Responsible for developing written proposals to clients for approval by senior level professionals
• Evaluates moderately complex laboratory and field data and assembles in written reports
• May serve as team member or participate in meetings and communications with client pertaining to specific projects/tasks
• May oversee work performed by lower level Geologists/Hydrogeologists
• Mid-level, experienced Geologist/ Hydrogeologist responsible for conducting site testing and making recommendations for systems design on medium sized projects with a variety of complexity
• Participates with more senior Geologists on large, more complex projects
• Responsible for developing written proposals to clients for both small and large projects including quality control review of proposals written by others
• Evaluates complex laboratory and field data and assembles in written reports
• May serve as team member or lead in meetings and communications with client pertaining to specific projects/tasks
• May oversee work performed by lower level Geologists/Hydrogeologists

• Bachelor’s degree in Geology, Hydrogeology or related field
• A valid driver’s license with acceptable violation history may be required

Certification in field of expertise

• medical
• dental
• vision
• life insurance
• 401(k) plan
• paid time off and holidays
• education reimbursement
• various bonus programs