Field Geologist: Outdoor, Hands-On Subsurface & Remediation

Resource Options, Inc.; Woburn (MA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Resource Options, Inc. in the Greater Boston area seeks a Field Geologist to support geotechnical and geoenvironmental projects across New England. You will gain hands-on field experience, perform sampling, observe subsurface activities, and coordinate with contractors on active sites.

The role suits early-career or experienced professionals who enjoy outdoor work, meticulous reporting, and collaboration with project teams. A valid driver's license and ability to travel are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Geology, or related discipline.
• Strong organizational, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Excellent time management skills and attention to detail.
• Current 10-hour OSHA Construction Industry Training or 40-hour HAZWOPER preferred.
• Proficiency in MS Office applications and Bluebeam Revu.

Responsibilities

• Monitor foundation-related construction activities, including earthwork, ground improvement, and pile installation.
• Perform in-place density testing on backfill materials.
• Coordinate with contractors and communicate daily project activities with site personnel and project teams.
• Prepare clear, accurate, and detailed daily field reports.
• Perform environmental sampling of soil, groundwater, soil gas, and indoor air.
• Monitor environmental remediation activities.
• Perform geotechnical laboratory testing.
• Conduct vibration monitoring using seismographs.
• Monitor subsurface explorations, including borings and test pits.
• Maintain and operate field equipment and instrumentation in accordance with established procedures.
• Document geotechnical and geoenvironmental aspects of subsurface exploration programs, construction activities, and remediation projects in accordance with project scopes of services.

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Detail-oriented

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil/Environmental Geoscience

Tools

MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Bluebeam Revu

Job description

Resource Options, Inc. in the Greater Boston area seeks a Field Geologist to support geotechnical and geoenvironmental projects across New England. You will gain hands-on field experience, perform sampling, observe subsurface activities, and coordinate with contractors on active sites.

The role suits early-career or experienced professionals who enjoy outdoor work, meticulous reporting, and collaboration with project teams. A valid driver's license and ability to travel are required.