Staff Geologist 1

Haley & Aldrich; Hawaii; On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Haley & Aldrich is seeking a Staff Geologist 1 for a full‑time role based in Honolulu, HI or Makawao, Maui, HI. You will support both environmental and geotechnical projects with field and office duties under senior staff guidance.

Ideal candidates hold a geology degree with 0–2 years of related experience, strong writing and communication skills, and willingness to travel to project sites. The position emphasizes safety, data integrity, and collaboration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Geology or related field.
• 0 to 2 years of related experience.
• Proficient technical writing, verbal communication, reasoning, and time management skills.
• Able to work independently or with minimal direction under senior staff.

Responsibilities

• Perform field investigations and assist with geotechnical field programs, including subsurface explorations, construction observation, field testing, and data organization.
• Support environmental compliance assignments, with emphasis on stormwater programs, via fieldwork, inspections, data evaluation, and reporting.
• Prepare and maintain accurate documentation of field activities and data evaluations.
• Assist with developing technical scopes of work and cost estimating for proposals on small‑ to‑medium‑sized projects.

Skills

Technical writing

Verbal communication

Time management

Microsoft Office

Fieldwork

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Geology

Tools

Field equipment

Job description

Find your path and enjoy the journey at Haley & Aldrich. With us, you’ll tackle clients’ most meaningful challenges in the built and natural environments – and, in turn, build stronger communities. You’ll work with teams of passionate colleagues, driven by a commitment to technical excellence and continuous learning.

As a company, we aim to build a world where communities go beyond resilience, embracing change as an opportunity to enhance safety, well-being, and quality of life. Join us to accelerate this vision and your professional development.

We are looking to add new talent to our growing team! We are currently seeking a Staff Geologist 1 to work in a technical support role with highly skilled professionals on diverse project teams in a dynamic environment. This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing group and company and get involved in a variety of projects for a diverse range of clients. This is a full‑time position located in our Honolulu, HI or Makawao, Maui, HI office.

In this role, you will support both environmental and geotechnical projects through a combination of field and office assignments. Geotechnical work will focus on field investigations, subsurface exploration, construction observation, field documentation, data organization, and related project support under the direction of experienced engineers and geologists. Environmental work will include site characterization and environmental compliance activities, with an emphasis on stormwater programs. You will gain practical experience in both disciplines and may have the opportunity to select a primary technical focus as your career develops. Candidates interested in building a geotechnical focus are especially encouraged to apply.

Duties/Responsibilities

In this position, you will:

• Perform all work in accordance with company and client health and safety protocols.
• Demonstrate the company’s foundational safety behaviors.
• Split time and responsibilities between field assignments and office assignments.
• Under direction of senior staff, support geotechnical field programs and evaluations, including subsurface investigations, construction observation, field testing, and the organization and summarization of geotechnical information under the direction of experienced technical staff.
• Under direction of senior staff, support environmental compliance assignments, with an emphasis on stormwater programs, through fieldwork, inspections, data evaluation, reporting, and coordination with project teams, clients, and external stakeholders.
• Conduct field investigations and assessments of soil, groundwater, surface water, etc. using approved industry standard procedures.
• Use the results of field investigations such as subsurface explorations, monitoring well construction, field sampling and other work to support site characterization.
• Conduct basic construction observation, including quality control documentation and field-testing tasks.
• Prepare and maintain accurate and detailed documentation of activities both in the field and during data evaluation.
• Apply academic training and use computer software to perform calculations and evaluation of information.
• Under the direction of senior staff, participate in communications with clients and internal teams within your discipline.
• Draft technical sections of project communications and reports.
• Assist with the development of technical scopes of work and cost estimating for proposal efforts on small‑to‑medium‑sized project opportunities.
• Assist with the collection, documentation, and organization of field data in accordance with project specific plans.

Skills/Experience

Minimum Skills and Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Geology or related field.
• 0 to 2 years of related experience.
• Proficient technical writing, verbal communication, reasoning, and time management skills.
• Able to work independently or with minimal direction in performing tasks and assignments under the direction of senior staff.
• Desire to learn and grow in their profession, demonstrate a positive attitude, strong work ethic, resourcefulness, flexibility, and ownership.
• Familiar with environmental analytical testing and data reduction techniques for soil, water, and air.
• Strong problem‑solving skills and aptitude to work with sampling equipment in the field.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite software.
• Able to meet the physical requirements of the position: lift 50 lbs., traverse unstable/sloping sites and landscapes, work outside in a range of weather conditions, and have the stamina for moderate physical activity for the majority of field working hours.
• Able to travel to work locations that may require overnight stays.

Preferred Skills

• OSHA 40‑Hour HAZWOPER training.
• Experience in supporting both environmental and geotechnical consulting projects and field, analytical, and technical communication skills across both disciplines.
• Familiarity with or interest in stormwater and environmental compliance programs.

The salary range for this position in Honolulu, HI and Maui, HI is $65,000 - $75,000 annually. Actual compensation will be based upon a variety of factors such as education, related work experience, certificates, skills, and current market conditions. Haley & Aldrich reviews salary ranges each quarter to assess competitiveness with the market.

About Haley & Aldrich

Haley & Aldrich is committed to solving our clients’ most meaningful challenges in the built and natural environments. Our team of 1,000+ engineers and scientists across the United States draws inspiration from one mission: to work closely with clients as they navigate change to create safer, more robust places to live and work. Since our founding in 1957, organizations across the public and private sectors have relied on us for technical excellence and empathetic leadership that achieve results and secure a thriving tomorrow. Find us at haleyaldrich.com and LinkedIn.

Haley & Aldrich is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender, race, age, disability, veteran, or any other legally protected status.

We offer excellent career growth, a highly competitive total compensation plan, and a solid benefits package.

Note to external search firms:

Haley & Aldrich does not accept unsolicited resumes and will not be obligated to pay a placement fee for unsolicited resumes. Please do not send resumes to Haley & Aldrich employees. Please work through a Talent Acquisition Manager.