Geologist New Phoenix, AZ

Burgess & Niple, Inc.; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Burgess & Niple, Inc. in Phoenix, AZ, is seeking a Geologist to contribute to environmental assessment, compliance and remediation projects. You’ll gain hands-on field and office experience while collaborating with a team that values curiosity and growth.

Join a company with a century-long legacy of infrastructure expertise and a commitment to quality of life, safety, and sustainability. This role offers diverse fieldwork, data analysis, and opportunities to advance your career.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Arts or Science in Geology, Hydrogeology or related Earth/Soil science.
• 2–5 years of related experience required.
• Ability to use AI tools responsibly for research and data organization.
• Ability to travel up to 50% of time.
• Ability to obtain OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER certification.
• Experience with environmental sampling and field documentation is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support environmental site assessment, investigation, remediation and permitting projects.
• Collect soil, groundwater, surface water, and other samples per plan.
• Oversee drilling, monitor wells, and assist with well development.
• Log and document subsurface conditions; prepare field notes and logs.
• Calibrate and operate field equipment like meters and GPS.
• Prepare technical memos, tables, figures, and regulatory submittals.
• Research environmental regulations and public records.
• Coordinate with clients, subcontractors, and project teams.
• Support health and safety planning and site safety requirements.
• Assist with proposals, cost estimates, meetings and business development.

Skills

Field sampling

Data organization

Adaptable and proactive

Education

Bachelor of Arts or Science in Geology, Hydrogeology or related Earth/Soil science

Tools

MS Office Suite

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

ArcGIS

Bluebeam

Adobe Acrobat

OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER

Job description

For more than a century, Burgess & Niple has helped communities strengthen the infrastructure that supports everyday life. Our teams combine technical expertise with a commitment to improving quality of life, safety and sustainability. At B&N, that legacy shapes meaningful careers. You will collaborate on projects that make a difference, grow alongside experienced teams and contribute to work that has lasting impact.

Propel your career in environmental geology with our team as an Geologist. In this role, you'll learn from experienced environmental professionals while contributing to environmental assessment, compliance and remediation projects that restore land and communities. You'll gain hands‑on field and office experience as part of a collaborative team that values curiosity, fresh perspectives, and growth at every career stage.

What You’ll Do

• Support environmental site assessment, investigation, remediation, compliance and permitting projects
• Perform soil, groundwater, surface water, sediment, soil vapor, and other environmental sample collection and shipping in accordance with project plan and standard procedures
• Support drilling oversight, monitoring well installation, and well development activities
• Log soil and/or rock samples, document subsurface conditions, and prepare field notes, boring logs, well construction logs, and sample records
• Calibrate, operate, and maintain field equipment such as water quality meters, photoionization detectors, water level meters, GPS units, and sampling equipment
• Prepare field documentation, technical memoranda, tables, figures, reports, permit documents, and regulatory submittals
• Research environmental regulations, guidance, databases, and public records
• Coordinate with clients, subcontractors, drillers, laboratories, agencies, facility operators, and internal project teams
• Support health and safety planning, tailgate safety meetings, job hazard analyses, and implementation of site‑specific health and safety requirements
• Assist with proposals, project research, cost estimates, meeting preparation, and business development

Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor of Arts or Science in Geology, Hydrogeology or other related Earth Soil science
• 2 - 5 years of related experience required
• Ability to use AI tools responsibly for research, drafting, and data organization
• Ability to research agency databases, public records, and municipal portals
• Ability to work outside in all weather conditions and traverse uneven terrain
• Experience with solid waste or landfill development is a plus
• Experience with MS Office Suite required; familiarity with AutoCAD, Civil 3D, ArcGIS, Bluebeam and/or Adobe Acrobat preferred
• Ability to obtain OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER certification
• Ability to travel up to 50% of time, including overnight stays
• Adaptable and self‑motivated with an entrepreneurial mindset as well as a proactive approach to problem solving

Burgess & Niple is an Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, age, national origin, disability status, marital status, sexual orientation, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.