ZipRecruiter

Log In

1

Entry Level Project Geophysicist Jobs Near Me

TERRACON

Driller Assistant/Exploration Team Member I

Gahanna, OH · On-site

$21.75 - $29.50/hr

... projects are located.From AI-supported solutions and predictive technologies to geophysics and ... This is an entry level position. No experience is required. * The employee will be expected perform ...

Pwc

Utility Network GIS Consultant, Manager

Columbus, OH · On-site

$99K - $232K/yr

In this role at PwC, you will take ownership of projects, confirming their successful planning ... PwC does not intend to hire experienced or entry level job seekers who will need, now or in the ...

Pwc

GIS Web AI Developer, Senior Associate

Columbus, OH

$77K - $202K/yr

... projects using GIS tools - Developing strategic plans for natural resource exploration and ... PwC does not intend to hire experienced or entry level job seekers who will need, now or in the ...

All JobsEntry Level Project Geophysicist JobsEntry Level Project Geophysicist Jobs Near Me

Entry Level Project Geophysicist information

See salary details

$62K

$85.8K

$122K

How much do entry level project geophysicist jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 11, 2026, the average yearly pay for entry level project geophysicist in the United States is $85,788.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $72,500.00 and $92,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the most commonly searched types of Project Geophysicist jobs?

The most popular types of Project Geophysicist jobs are:

Entry Level Project Geophysicist jobs near you
A map of the United States highlighting the number of Entry Level Project Geophysicist job openings by state according to ZipRecruiter. The image is accompanied by a detailed chart listing the number of Entry Level Project Geophysicist job openings in each state, with California having the most at 2 and Hawaii the least at 0.

Driller Assistant/Exploration Team Member I

Gahanna, OH • On-site

TERRACON
See more jobs at TERRACONexternal

$21.75 - $29.50/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 21 days ago

Terracon rating

7.2

Company rating: 7.2 out of 10

Based on 121 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

Exploration Team Members (ETMs) will perform subsurface exploration duties using conventional drilling or in-situ testing techniques. Drill methods may include auger drilling, mud rotary drilling, air rotary drilling, and diamond bit coring techniques. In-situ testing techniques may include cone penetration testing (CPT), pressure meter testing, and rock dilatometer testing. Work may also include the installation of instrumentation such as piezometers, monitor wells and inclinometers. Work as part of a multiple person team on projects. ETMs will perform daily tasks including survey and locate drilling points; conduct site reconnaissance; load/unload tooling, materials and samples; classify soil and rock samples; perform routine maintenance and basic repairs on drilling equipment, prepare internal (daily field forms) and external (DOT Logs) paperwork.
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.
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.
  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Limited or no experience required
  • A valid driver's license with acceptable violation history may be required.
    • Required Qualifications:
  • Ability to obtain a DOT Medical Card within first 30 days of employment.
  • This is an entry level position. No experience is required.
  • The employee will be expected perform following tasks:
    • oLoad tooling and materials.oAssist in drilling operations and instrumentation and monitoring well installation.oCollect soil and rock samples and log field data.oPerform routine repairs and maintenance.oPerform basic surveying and site reconnaissance.oDrive a medium-duty truck and trailer.oLearn to inspect and how to maintain equipment.
  • 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.

    • What Terracon employees say

    Pay

    Benefits

    Hours and flexibility

    Workplace

    Get the full story on Breakroom

    Apply