Field Geologist

GeoLogic LLC; Marietta (GA); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A geological consulting firm in Marietta, Georgia is seeking a Temporary Field Geologist to assist with fieldwork predominantly across the southeastern U.S. The role involves overseeing drilling operations, conducting geological mapping, and collecting data. Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree in Geology, proficiency with Microsoft Office, and capability to travel frequently. This position is temporary, not exceeding 180 days, and offers no benefits.

Qualifications

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite required.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States is mandatory.
• Ability to work in extreme weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Oversee drilling operations and ensure safety.
• Conduct geological mapping and sample collection.
• Prepare boring logs and office reports.

Skills

Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite

Experience with Google Earth

Ability to safely lift 50+ pounds

Clean driving record

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Geology or related field

Job description

GeoLogic is seeking a Temporary Field Geologist to assist our busy engineering and geological consulting firm located in Marietta, Georgia (bordering Woodstock). This is a temporary position not to exceed 180 days, and no benefits are offered. The incumbent will be responsible for conducting fieldwork throughout the southeastern U.S., typically in Alabama, Georgia, South Carolina, North Carolina, Kentucky, and West Virginia. Duties will include, but are not limited to the following: supervising and directing the drilling of borings, collecting geological data through field mapping methods, logging rock core and identifying rock type, measuring Percent Recovery and rock quality designation (RQD), measuring groundwater levels in borings, and surveying boring locations in the field. Responsibilities will also include preparation of boring logs, cross-sections, figures, and photo logs. The ideal candidate will be an enthusiastic self-starter who is teachable and willing to learn, willing to drive long distances between job sites, and willing to spend long hours in the field supporting the timely completion of drilling campaigns. A bachelor’s degree is required for this temporary position.

This is a temporary position -- not to exceed 180 days -- and it is available immediately. The position is approximately 95% travel and field work. No benefits are offered with this position.

GeoLogic strictly prohibits any collaboration with recruiting firms, temp-to-hire firms, or other firms that post and forward candidate resumes. If a candidate’s resume is forwarded to any employee of GeoLogic, it becomes the property of GeoLogic and no fee will be paid to the sender.

Job Duties

Field Work (95%)

Oversee drilling operations (NQ/HQ rock coring, Air Rotary, SPT, Auger, Sonic)

Locate suitable boring locations for evaluation

Conduct geological mapping (as needed)

Sample collection of soil and/or rock core

Record valuable information regarding field conditions and samples

Detail log soil and/or rock core samples

Measure recovery and RQD of rock core samples

Measure groundwater levels

Survey boring locations

Coordinate with equipment operators to clear trails for drill rig access

Safely secure and transport samples back to warehouse for testing and storage

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Office Work (5%)

Prepare boring logs and cross-sections using gINT

Prepare report figures

Prepare photograph logs for soil/rock core samples

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Qualifications

Required Qualifications :

- Bachelor’s degree in Geology or related field

- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite

- Ability to safely lift 50+ pounds regularly while standing, squatting, and kneeling

- Ability to travel and work in extreme weather (position is approximately 95% travel and fieldwork)

- Legal authorization to work in the United States (confirmed via E-Verify)

- Ability to pass a background check, drug screen, and OSHA physical

- Clean driving record

Preferred Qualifications :

- Experience with Google Earth

- OSHA 10-hour training certification

- OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER certification

- Experience towing trailers, and safely securing loads

Being authorized to work in the U.S. is a precondition of employment. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

EEO statement

We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Women, minorities, people with disabilities and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. We are dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment on any basis including race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law.