Entry Level Geologist

Kleinfelder Inc; Midland (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) plan

Paid holidays

Job summary

Kleinfelder Inc. seeks an Entry-Level Geologist for Midland, Texas to help collect environmental data across assessment and remediation projects.

Under supervision, you will complete field and office tasks including sampling, well installation, data interpretation, and report writing, contributing to project success and regulatory progress. Ideal candidates have a BS in geology or engineering with 0–2 years of experience, strong communication skills, and a willingness to learn data collection

Qualifications

• 0–2 years of geology or engineering background.
• Strong communication and writing skills.
• OSHA 40HR HAZWOPER training preferred.

Responsibilities

• Groundwater sampling.
• Collection of soil samples.
• Installation of monitoring wells.
• Identification and evaluation of sensitive receptors.
• Analyzing and interpreting analytical data.
• Authoring technical reports.
• Progressing sites toward regulatory closure.
• Learning and honing the fundamentals of data collection.
• Data validity and QA/QC.
• Observation and documentation in support of investigations.

Skills

Communication skills

Writing skills

Education

B.S. in geology or engineering

E.I.T or G.I.T preferred

Job description

Job Description

Take Your Environmental Career to the Next Level

Are you ready to be challenged, make a difference, and experience professional growth in your career? Kleinfelder's Environmental team is looking for you! From environmental planning, permitting, remediation, and site characterization to chemical data management and hydrogeology, Kleinfelder offers a variety of services designed to provide technically appropriate and cost-effective solutions.

Role Overview

Entry-Level Geologist – Midland, Texas

This position involves the collection of environmental data from sites in various stages of the assessment and remediation process. Under direct supervision, the person will be responsible for completing well-defined, assigned field and office tasks, including:

• Groundwater sampling
• Collection of soil samples
• Installation of monitoring wells
• Identification and evaluation of sensitive receptors
• Analyzing and interpreting analytical data
• Authoring technical reports
• Progressing sites toward regulatory closure
• Learning and honing the fundamentals of data collection
• Data validity and QA/QC
• Observation and documentation in support of scientific investigations and engineered solutions

Requires working within the context of local, state, federal regulations, client requirements, and as part of a project team under the direction of a project manager with other staff professionals.

Qualifications

Experience

• 0-2 years; strong technical or educational background in geology or engineering; ability to provide technical support on projects; strong communication and writing skills
• OSHA 40HR HAZWOPER training preferred

Education

• B.S. degree in geology, engineering, or related sciences; E.I.T or G.I.T preferred

Additional Requirements

Vaccination: Position may require work on projects requiring full COVID-19 vaccination. Candidates must show proof of vaccination or acceptable exemption.

Background and Verification: Candidates will be required to satisfactorily complete employment reference checks, verification of professional licensure and/or educational credentials, a motor vehicle report (MVR), and a comprehensive background check.

Benefits

Kleinfelder offers an excellent compensation and benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, a 401(k) plan, and paid holidays.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Kleinfelder, and its subsidiaries and affiliates, is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Minorities/Women/Disabled/Veterans. (Compliant with VEVRAA and Section 503 rules)

Notice to Third Party Agencies

We do not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or agencies and will not consider or pay referral compensation unless a signed Recruitment Fee Agreement is in place.