Staff Geologist / Scientist I

Roux Consulting; Franklin Township (NJ); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Staff Geologist / Scientist I to join their dynamic team. This exciting role involves providing crucial field support and technical assistance on environmental investigation and remediation projects. You'll engage in hands-on field activities, including soil and groundwater sampling, while collaborating with experienced professionals. Ideal for recent graduates, this position offers a unique opportunity to develop your analytical skills and gain practical experience in a supportive environment. If you're passionate about environmental science and eager to contribute to meaningful projects, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; entry-level position with 0-2 years of experience.
• Ability to perform routine field activities and oversee subcontractors.

Responsibilities

• Assist project team with field support on environmental investigation projects.
• Perform sampling, monitoring, and data evaluation tasks in various terrains.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Field Sampling Techniques

Technical Report Preparation

Team Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree in relevant technical field

Tools

Hand-held Monitoring Instruments

Water Sampling Equipment

Job description

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Job Title: Staff Geologist / Scientist I

Job Type: Regular Full Time

Education: Bachelor's Degree

Category: Scientific

Position Overview

This position will assist the project team and Project Manager in providing field support and technical assistance on environmental investigation and remediation projects.

Position Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in relevant technical field.
• Typically requires 0-2 years of experience.
• Ability to safely perform various routine field activities including but not limited to applying proper sampling techniques for all environmental media and overseeing and directing subcontractors.
• Exhibits strong work ethic, positive attitude, and general enthusiasm for the work.
• Entry level data evaluation and analytical skills.
• Field Activities:
  • Assists other technical staff in calibration of sampling/monitoring equipment, soil sampling, well installation, development and purging, groundwater sampling, vapor/indoor air sampling, remediation monitoring, and oversight.
• Project Assistance:
  • Assists project team in preparation and review of data tables, soil boring logs, figures, and other components of technical reports.

Physical Demands/Work Environment Conditions

This position works predominantly in the field, working independently or as part of a larger team at exterior project sites (i.e., industrial/brownfield facilities, monitoring wells, treatment systems, construction projects) to perform sample collection, recording of operational/meter parameters, and oversight of subcontractors (e.g., drillers, heavy equipment operators, truckers). These field activities require the ability to drive to different project sites and physically move around outdoors in various terrains, in adverse weather conditions and occasionally for extended or irregular hours. Conducting work involves the use of hand-held monitoring instruments and tools, as well as water sampling equipment, which requires the ability to routinely lift and carry objects, stand, walk, reach, bend, squat, kneel, and twist. Office work is primarily stationary/sedentary using a computer and keyboard/mouse requiring repetitive hand movements.

Roux is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, sex, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or protected veteran status; and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Roux will take steps to assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. Accordingly, if reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, or to perform the essential functions of the position, please contact [e-mail].