Geologist

vTech Solution Inc; Vincent (AL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Rental vehicle provided

Fuel costs reimbursed

Lodging and meal expenses reimbursed

Job summary

A leading environmental consulting firm is seeking an experienced Field Geologist to support environmental and geotechnical investigations. The role requires overseeing monitoring well installations, conducting soil and rock logging, and managing drilling contractors. Candidates should have 5-10 years of relevant experience and an accredited Bachelor's degree in Geology or Geological Engineering. Extensive travel is necessary within the Southeastern United States. Strong technical expertise and regulatory awareness are essential for success in this position.

Qualifications

• 5-10 years of experience in geology, environmental field investigations or related discipline.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel extensively.

Responsibilities

• Provide field oversight for foundation investigations and geologic site characterizations.
• Manage drilling contractors and subcontractors in accordance with company guidelines.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulatory requirements.

Skills

Field investigations using various drilling methods

Soil and rock logging

Monitoring well construction

Groundwater monitoring

Field data reporting

Environmental sampling and testing methods

Knowledge of environmental regulations

gINT BoreDM Boring Log Program

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Data management skills

Independent work ability

Communication skills

Customer service skills

Conflict resolution skills

Education

Accredited Bachelor’s Degree in Geology or Geological Engineering

Job description

Overview

Location: Vincent AL, 35178 (Extensive travel throughout the Southeastern United States (primarily Georgia, Alabama, and Mississippi))

Work Schedule

Typically, four (4) 10-hour days (Monday–Thursday), with occasional 10-day shifts

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced Field Geologist with 5–10 years of related field experience to support environmental and geotechnical investigations. The ideal candidate will oversee monitoring well installations, conduct soil and rock logging, manage drilling contractors, and support groundwater monitoring and environmental sampling programs. This role requires strong technical expertise, regulatory awareness, and the ability to work independently in field environments.

Minimum Qualifications

• 5–10 years of experience in geology, environmental field investigations, or related discipline
• Accredited Bachelor’s Degree in Geology (preferred) or Geological Engineering
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel extensively

Key Responsibilities

• Provide field oversight for: foundation investigations, geologic site characterizations, detailed soil and rock logging, professional logs for soil, rock, and monitoring well construction data, installation of groundwater monitoring and water quality equipment, collection, management, and reporting of groundwater and environmental data, execution of environmental sampling and testing programs, management of drilling contractors and subcontractors in accordance with company guidelines, interface with internal teams, customers, and Geologist/Land Group peers, compliance with federal, state, and local regulatory requirements, and maintaining safety standards with a safety-first culture

Required Skills & Expertise

• Experience executing field investigations using various drilling methods
• Strong background in:
• Soil and rock logging
• Monitoring well construction
• Groundwater monitoring
• Field data reporting
• Knowledge of environmental sampling and testing methods
• Familiarity with federal, state, and local environmental regulations
• Working knowledge of gINT BoreDM Boring Log Program
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Strong computer literacy and data management skills
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Strong customer service and conflict resolution skills

Travel & Equipment Requirements

• 100% travel required throughout the Southeastern United States
• Agency must provide a rental vehicle (Ford F250 4x4 or similar)
• Monthly vehicle rental cost reimbursed (no markup permitted)
• Fuel costs fully reimbursed
• Lodging and meal expenses reimbursed for work-related travel and overnight stays