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AECOM · 6 hours ago

Geologist

Kansas City, MO

Full-time

Hybrid

New Grad, Entry Level

$52K/yr - $70K/yr

AECOM is a global infrastructure consulting firm dedicated to delivering a better world. They are seeking an entry-level Geologist to assist with site investigations, data management, and remediation projects, involving both fieldwork and office tasks.

Civil EngineeringConstructionConsultingEnergyGovernmentInformation Technology

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Conducting environmental field work, including collecting soil, surface water, groundwater, and remediation system data; soil logging; and fluid level gauging

Oversight of contractors conducting field surveys, drilling, well installation, development operations, and utility clearance for intrusive operations

Participation in a health and safety team performing inspections, observations, and training

Field document preparation, field data collection, processing, and interpretation

Supporting office tasks, including data entry, data analysis, report preparation, and maintenance of a records archive system

Collect and record data and compare results to relevant studies and state and federal regulations to ensure compliance

Travel to project locations including driving and overnight stays

Qualification

GeologyEnvironmental ScienceData AnalysisEnvironmental RegulationsField WorkTechnical Report WritingBasic Computer SkillsTeam CollaborationLeadershipCommunicationProblem Solving

Required

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

Preferred

Basic understanding of environmental regulations such as ASTM-1527-21, AAI, RCRA, TSCA, and SARA

Ability to understand and supervise advancement of soil borings and installation of monitoring wells

Ability to demonstrate a 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

Possesses technical report writing skills

Independent field work and leadership of field teams

Contractor oversight

Selected candidate will be required to complete 40-hour HAZWOPER training or annual refresher class, if needed

Selected Candidate will also receive First Aid/CPR training and AECOM specific training

Learn and develop a keen understanding of hazard recognition, and environmental investigation or remediation

Candidate must be proficient with basic computer programs; MS Word and MS Excel