Entry Level Geologist/GIT

Jobtailor; Lombard (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor in Lombard, IL is seeking an Environmental Geologist to support Phase I and Phase II ESAs, remedial investigations, and data interpretation for regulatory compliance. You will prepare technical reports, health and safety plans, and collaborate with project teams.

Candidates should have a Geology degree (B.S. or M.S.), strong analytical writing skills, and the ability to manage multiple tasks with travel up to 75%. 40-Hour HAZWOPER is preferred but not required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Geology required/preferred.
• Experience in environmental consulting is preferred but not required.
• 40-hour HAZWOPER training preferred.
• Strong technical writing ability and data interpretation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet project deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Participate in remedial activities addressing chemical impacts in air, water, soil, groundwater, and sediment.
• Conduct Phase I ESAs or other environmental projects and due diligence.
• Conduct Phase II ESAs and site investigations to determine constituents of concern.
• Collect, analyze, and interpret data; prepare technical reports and health & safety plans.
• Coordinate projects with project managers and collaborate with other professionals.
• Travel regionally and locally for field work or training (up to 75%).

Skills

Environmental consulting

Phase I ESA

Phase II ESA

Data analysis

Technical writing

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Geology

Job description

• Participate in remedial activities at affected facilities, properties, or sites addressing chemical impacts in air, surface water, soil, soil vapor, groundwater, and/or sediment.
• Conducting due diligence, Phase I ESAs or other environmental projects.
• Conduct intrusive site investigations, Phase II ESAs, facility investigations, and remedial investigations of vapor, surface water, soil, groundwater, and/or sediment to determine the presence or absence, nature, and extent of constituents of concern.
• Collect, and interpret data, conduct analyses, and compare findings to relevant studies and local, state and federal regulations.
• Compiling, evaluating, analyzing, and presenting/reporting subsurface investigation data and preparing technical reports.
• Collaborate with other scientific and engineering professionals within the practice.
• Coordinate each project with the project managers as necessary.
• Preparation of health & safety plans, work plans, reports, and other technical documents under supervision.
• Coordination and oversight of subcontractors, including health and safety management.
• Travel may be required for the purpose of field work or training.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Geology
• Professional experience in environmental consulting is preferred but not required
• 40-hour HAZWOPER training preferred
• Strong technical aptitude and technical writing ability
• Ability to prioritize work and make responsible decisions
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail with the ability to recognize discrepancies.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks at once and meet strict project deadlines.
• Ability to travel regionally and locally as required for field work and project needs (up to 75%).
• Ability to pass a background security check and drug screen.
• Valid US driver’s license and good driving record.

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in conducting environmental assessments, including Phase I and Phase II ESAs, and possesses strong technical writing skills for preparing detailed reports. Capable of analyzing subsurface investigation data while ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Bachelor’s Degree In Geology
• Phase I ESA
• Phase II ESA
• 40-Hour HAZWOPER Training
• Technical Writing

ATS Optimization Keywords

Hard Skills

• Environmental Consulting
• Site Investigations
• Data Analysis
• Technical Reporting
• Health & Safety Plans

Soft Skills

• Analytical Skills
• Attention To Detail
• Team Collaboration
• Decision Making
• Time Management

Certifications & Qualifications

• 40-Hour HAZWOPER Training

Industry Keywords

• Remedial Activities
• Constituents Of Concern
• Subsurface Investigation
• Field Work
• Project Coordination