Graduate Geologist

Description

• Review analytical data for general indicators of quality for routine analyses based on well-defined guidelines.
• Manage personal workloads, apprising project managers of progress and obstacles and presenting project outputs for final delivery.
• Prepare preliminary data and scientific documents.
• Prepare technical work plans and reports.
• Occasional work in remote work areas.
• Apply knowledge of natural sciences (e.g., chemistry, physics, biology, geology, hydrology, and mathematics) to explain observations.
• Utilize basic scientific principles, theories, practices, and existing technologies to develop solutions for technical problems with limited scope.
• Apply standard field practices and techniques using basic field equipment to collect samples of soil, soil vapor, groundwater, surface water, sediment; prepare samples for shipping, and complete chain-of-custody or similar paperwork.
• Interpret and record data, conduct analyses, compare findings to relevant studies and local, state, and federal regulations to ensure compliance.
• Plan, execute, analyze, and report on environmental measures in natural systems.
• Coordinate with task and project managers, working with on-site subcontractors and field staff, supporting sampling, data collection, and field documentation.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Geology.
• As a condition of employment, selected candidate must pass a Motor Vehicle Records review.
• Position requires wearing personal protective equipment, such as safety glasses, vest, gloves, hard hat, and field boots all day while performing field work.
• Due to the nature of the work, US Citizenship is required.
• Frequent repetitive bending/stooping to perform duties to conduct groundwater/surface water sampling and soil/sediment sampling.
• Ability to write and speak conveying complex thoughts and ideas in a clear, concise manner.
• Valid U.S. Driver’s License required to visit project sites, clients, and other AECOM offices.
• General knowledge of geology.
• Frequent exposure to variable seasonal outdoor weather conditions including heat, cold, wind, dryness, moisture.
• Proficiency in standard office suite software applications Ability to demonstrate professional demeanor in written and verbal communications with clients, regulatory officials, and fellow employees.
• Frequent moving and lifting bags of sand, buckets of groundwater, and field equipment up to 25 pounds unassisted and up to 50 pounds with assistance.
• Ability to operate large pick-up truck or SUV on jobsites.

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance