Senior Geologist & Field & Project Lead – Irvine

TRS Staffing Solutions; California; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

TRS Staffing Solutions seeks a Mid-Senior Geologist (PG/CEG/CHG) for a direct hire role in Irvine, California. The candidate will manage diverse environmental projects, oversee fieldwork, and develop technical approaches for site characterization.

The position requires 5–10 years of relevant experience, CA registration as PG/CEG/CHG, and the ability to work with regulators, prepare proposals, and mentor junior staff.

Qualifications

• 5–10 years of related work experience.
• Master’s degree or higher in Geology, Geologic Engineering, or similar (preferred).
• Professional registration in California as a Geologist (PG) or CEG or CHG.
• Experience with fieldwork and managing projects under regulators’ direction.
• Familiarity with waste characterization, DWR Well Standards, RCRA, CERCLA is a plus.
• Experience overseeing drilling programs and sampling environmental media during investigations.
• Field experience with installing water wells and aquifers tests.
• Experience with drilling methods: roto-sonic, mud rotary, and direct push.
• Ability to multi-task in fast-paced field/office environments.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• 40-hour OSHA HAZWOPER certification.

Responsibilities

• Managing small to regional multi-disciplined projects.
• Developing and implementing technical approaches for site characterization activities.
• Preparing written proposals, managing project budgets, and communicating with project managers.
• Providing technical training and support to associate-level staff to ensure field tasks are completed with precision.
• Disposition of non-conforming products as per training matrix.

Skills

Project management

Written & verbal communication

Fieldwork supervision

Regulatory knowledge

Travel willingness

Education

Master's degree in Geology/Geologic Engineering

CA Geologist (PG) / CEG / CHG registration

Tools

Hydropunch

SimulProbe

Borehole logging tools

Job description

TRS Staffing Solutions seeks a Mid-Senior Geologist (PG/CEG/CHG) for a direct hire role in Irvine, California. The candidate will manage diverse environmental projects, oversee fieldwork, and develop technical approaches for site characterization.

The position requires 5–10 years of relevant experience, CA registration as PG/CEG/CHG, and the ability to work with regulators, prepare proposals, and mentor junior staff.