Environmental Geologist

RIM Recruitment Professionals; Daly City (CA); Hybrid; USD 78,000 - 104,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

401(k) profit-sharing

Medical, vision, and dental coverage

Job summary

RIM Recruitment Professionals seeks an Environmental Geologist in Daly City, CA for a full-time hybrid role. You will support site investigations, remediation, and stormwater compliance for industrial, commercial, and municipal clients, working with experienced teams.

The role emphasizes field work, data interpretation, and regulatory compliance, with opportunities for growth and ESOP participation within a dynamic, employee-owned firm.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Geology, Environmental Science, or a related field.
• Strong technical and mechanical skills.
• Clear written and verbal communication.
• Ability to calibrate, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain field equipment.
• Current valid driver's license and a clean driving record.
• Medical clearance to work on hazardous waste sites.
• Master's degree preferred; 2+ years in site investigation/remediation.
• GIT certification or ability to work toward licensing.
• OSHA HAZWOPER 40-hour training.
• Experience with ESRI ArcGIS Pro.

Responsibilities

• Plan and conduct field work.
• Prepare documentation and coordinate with laboratories and subcontractors.
• Collect soil, groundwater, soil vapor, and indoor air samples.
• Build, operate, monitor, and maintain remedial systems.
• Log boreholes and maintain field notes and photo logs.
• Analyze data and write reports.
• Develop conceptual site models identifying contaminant sources and exposure routes.
• Support regulatory compliance and EHS audits.

Skills

Technical skills

Communication skills

Field equipment handling

Safety awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Geology/Environmental Science

Master's degree

GIT certification

OSHA HAZWOPER 40-hour training

Tools

ESRI ArcGIS Pro

Job description

Environmental Geologist, Daly City, CA | Full-time, Hybrid | $78, 000 –$104, 000 per year

Why This Role

Do you want to spend your days in the field, not behind a desk? Join an employee-owned environmental, water resources, and engineering consulting firm as an Environmental Geologist. You'll support site investigation, remediation, construction, and operations projects for industrial, commercial, and municipal clients, working alongside experienced professionals who will help you grow. You'll report to a Team Leader.

What You'll Do

• Plan and Conduct Field Work
• Prepare documentation and equipment, coordinate with laboratories, and schedule subcontractors
• Collect soil, groundwater, soil vapor, and indoor air samples
• Conduct site inspections and document the work of other parties
• Build, operate, monitor, and maintain remedial systems
• Manage drillers and subcontractors, and oversee construction activities
• Log boreholes and keep detailed field notes and photo logs
• Analyze Data and Write Reports
• Follow work plans and standard procedures so samples and data are handled correctly
• Tabulate and interpret data, prepare geologic cross sections, and develop conceptual site models identifying contaminant sources and exposure routes
• Help senior staff prepare work plans, reports, and cost estimates for hazardous waste site and brownfield projects
• Support Regulatory Compliance
• Perform Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) audits and follow up on corrective actions
• Deliver stormwater compliance projects under the California Industrial General Permit, including source assessments, best management practices (BMPs), advanced treatment design, Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans, and Exceedance Response Action reports
• Manage project schedules and take on other duties as needed

What You Bring

• Required
• Bachelor's degree in Geology, Environmental Science, or a similar field
• Strong technical and mechanical skills
• Clear written and verbal communication
• Ability to calibrate, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain field equipment
• Ability to work safely around construction equipment, drilling operations, utilities, and industrial facilities
• Current valid driver's license and a clean driving record
• Medical clearance to work on hazardous waste sites
• Preferred
• Master's degree
• 2+ years of experience as a geologist in site investigation and remediation
• Geologist-in-Training (GIT) certification, or ability to work toward state licensing
• OSHA HAZWOPER 40-hour training
• Experience with ESRI ArcGIS Pro

Personal Qualities

• Reliable, detail-oriented, and committed to safety
• Organized, able to multitask, and comfortable working independently or with project teams
• Adaptable to changing field conditions and priorities
• Eager to learn and grow personally and professionally

Work Environment and Physical Demands

• Conditions: Fast-paced work with high workloads and frequent short deadlines
• Outdoor work in mud, dust, noise, heat, cold, and rain, often on uneven terrain
• Work near drilling equipment, excavations, construction sites, traffic, and active remediation systems
• Days of 10–12 hours when field conditions require
• Physical Requirements: Lift up to 35 lbs; lift, carry, climb, dig, and operate hand and powered tools
• Stand, sit, bend, and stoop for extended periods
• Wear PPE as needed, including safety glasses, hard hat, boots, respirator, and hearing protection
• Maintain OSHA HAZWOPER and other safety certifications (ladder safety, fall arrest, etc.)
• Reasonable accommodations available
• Travel up to 75% of your time for client meetings, site visits, and field work, mostly in the Bay Area and occasionally beyond.

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive salary plus incentive compensation, including bonuses
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) and 401(k) profit-sharing
• Medical, vision, and dental coverage
• Career advancement and outstanding training opportunities
• A company culture that values work/life balance #RIMUS