Entry Level Geophysicist Jobs in Plainfield, NJ (NOW HIRING)

Geotechnical department is looking for a candidate to support our growing team in the New York southern tier area (not New York City). This employee may be an entry level up to an associate level. Salary is negotiable based on prior experience and may be a wider range than listed based on discussions with supervisor and division director.

Duties:

• Perform geotechnical field services, which may include subsurface exploration layouts, drilling and test pit inspections, geophysical surveys, and construction monitoring.
• Perform visual classification and laboratory testing of soil samples collected during the subsurface investigation.
• Prepare subsurface exploration logs for use in geotechnical evaluations and reports.
• Perform geotechnical evaluations and prepare report drafts for senior review.

Requirements

• B.S degree in civil engineering or related field.
• 0 - 3 years of progressive experience in the geotechnical field.
• Prior experience in a geotechnical laboratory is preferred but not required.
• Engineer in Training (EIT) is preferred but not required.
• Driver's license required.
• Position will require out of town field work based on workload (approximately 40%)
• Position will require ability to lift 50 pounds.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Possess a high capacity for self-motivation.
• Ability to apply engineering principles to a variety of geotechnical projects.

Salary Range: $60,000 - $75,000

The specific salary offered may be influenced by a variety of factors including but not limited to the candidate's relevant experience, education, and work location.

Benefits

Body, mind, and wallet-LaBella's benefits support a holistic approach to your health and wellness, creating the foundation for physical, mental, and financial well-being. Our benefit offerings cover the must-haves (healthcare and retirement), the just-in-cases (insurances and employee assistance programs), and the cherry-on-tops (fitness reimbursements, year-end incentive pay, and tuition assistance). Visit our website for more details on benefits listed below.

• Flexible Work Schedule
• Health/Dental Insurance
• 401k Plan with Employer Match
• Paid Parental Leave
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Profit Sharing
• Paid Time Off
• Leadership Development Program
• Fitness Reimbursement
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Referral Bonus Program
• Wellness Program
• Team Building Events
• Community Service Events

LaBella is committed to facilitating a culture where diversity, equity, and inclusion are respected, valued, and celebrated by implementing thoughtful, practical, and innovative strategies that support our employees and serve the communities in which we reside. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws.

LaBella Associates does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiting professionals or agencies, nor do we accept resumes from any source that does not reference a specific, open position. LaBella Associates will not be responsible for any fees arising from the use of resume submitted by recruiting professionals or agencies that do not have a current placement fee agreement with LaBella Associates. All initial communication with recruiting professionals or agencies must go through human resources.