Geologist

AECOM is a global infrastructure consulting firm dedicated to delivering a better world. The company is seeking an entry-level Geologist to assist with various projects involving data management, site investigations, and remediation, while working in both field and office settings.

Responsibilities

• Conduct environmental field work, including collecting soil, surface water, groundwater, and remediation system data; soil logging; and fluid level gauging
• Oversee contractors conducting field surveys, drilling, well installation, development operations, and utility clearance for intrusive operations
• Participate in a health and safety team performing inspections, observations, and training
• Prepare field documents, collect and process field data, and interpret results
• Support office tasks: data entry, data analysis, report preparation, and maintenance of records archive system
• Collect and record data, compare results to relevant studies and state/federal regulations to ensure compliance
• Travel to project locations, including driving and overnight stays

Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Geology, Environmental Science, Chemistry or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education
• Valid U.S. Driver's License required to visit project sites, clients, and other AECOM offices
• As a condition of employment, selected candidate must pass a Motor Vehicle Records review and a substance abuse test
• Due to the nature of work, US citizenship is required
• Ability to obtain a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC), which is issued by the Transportation Security Administration (TSA)
• Ability to understand and supervise advancement of soil borings and installation of monitor wells
• Demonstrated primary technical role in multiple site characterization, subsurface investigation, and remediation projects at various client sites
• Understand and assist with site conceptual models
• Collect and evaluate environmental data in field and office settings
• Prepare investigation reports and drawings
• Technical report writing skills
• Independent field work and leadership of field teams
• Contractor oversight
• Completion of 40-hour HAZWOPER training or annual refresher class, if needed
• First Aid/CPR training and AECOM-specific training provided
• Keen understanding of hazard recognition and environmental investigation or remediation
• Proficiency with basic computer programs (MS Word and MS Excel)
• Ability to travel up to 80% to various job sites within the US

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life
• AD&D
• Disability benefits
• Paid time off
• Leaves of absences
• Voluntary benefits
• Perks
• Flexible work options
• Well-being resources
• Employee assistance program
• Business travel insurance
• Service recognition awards
• Retirement savings plan
• Employee stock purchase plan

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