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TERRACON

Assistant Geologist

Gardena, CA · On-site

$26.75 - $37.50/hr

Support consistent quality standards on proposal and project delivery. * Entry level geological ... Assists with operation and maintenance of remediation and instrumentation systems. * Transport ...

Arcadis

Geologist/Hydrogeologist

Portland, OR · On-site

Arcadis is seeking an entry-level Geologist/Hydrogeologist to join our team in Portland, Oregon ... operation and maintenance of remediation systems, vapor intrusion/soil gas surveys, among other ...

Arcadis

Geologist/Hydrogeologist

Portland, OR · Hybrid

Arcadis is seeking an entry-level Geologist/Hydrogeologist to join our team in Portland, Oregon ... operation and maintenance of remediation systems, vapor intrusion/soil gas surveys, among other ...

Expand Energy

Geosteerer

Oklahoma City, OK · On-site

Job Summary This entry level position performs geosteering operations on all assigned wells, under ... Reviews and analyzes geological and targeting information provided by geologists and other sources

Expand Energy

Geosteerer

Oklahoma City, OK · On-site

Job Summary This entry level position performs geosteering operations on all assigned wells, under ... Reviews and analyzes geological and targeting information provided by geologists and other sources

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Assistant Geologist

Assistant Geologist

TERRACON

Gardena, CA • On-site

$26.75 - $37.50/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 27 days ago

Terracon rating

7.3

Company rating: 7.3 out of 10

Based on 112 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

42nd of 57 rated business consultants

Job description

Job Description
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.
Responsibilities
  • Follow safety rules, guidelines and standards for all projects. Participate in pre-task planning. Report any safety issues or concerns to management.
  • Understand and practice quality acumen.
  • Support consistent quality standards on proposal and project delivery.
  • 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.

Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Geology, Hydrogeology or related field.
  • Valid driver's license with acceptable violation history.

Preferred Certification:
  • Certification in field of expertise preferred.

About Us
Terracon is a 100 percent employee-owned multidiscipline consulting firm comprised of more than 8,000 curious minds focused on solving engineering and technical challenges from more than 200 locations nationwide. Since 1965, Terracon has evolved into a successful multi-discipline firm specializing in environmental, facilities, geotechnical, and materials services. Terracon's growth is due to our talented employee-owners exceeding expectations in client service and growing their careers with new and exciting opportunities in the marketplace. Terracon was recognized as the #1 firm in Asbestos and Lead Abatement.
Terracon's vision of "Together, we are best at people" is demonstrated through our excellent compensation and benefits package. Based on eligibility, role and job status, we offer many programs including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan, paid time off and holidays, education reimbursement, and various bonus programs.
About the Team
Innovation and hands-on practice come together in our geotechnical consulting services. We provide geotechnical services nationwide for a wide range of projects, drawing on six decades of historical geotechnical data, a fleet of more than 200 drill rigs, 140 accredited laboratories, and thousands of employees to quickly organize or capture site data wherever projects are located. From AI-supported solutions and predictive technologies to geophysics and traditional exploration, we deliver precision, value-added subsurface information and engineering and scientific expertise to solving our clients' challenges and achieve their goals for project sustainability, quality, and efficiency.

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