Environmental Geologist

Job Description

AECOM is seeking a self‑motivated Geologist to support a large ongoing project at our client site in Ashland, Wisconsin
, with opportunities to support additional projects including data management, site investigations, and remediation. The role requires onsite presence in Ashland five days a week during the sampling season; in winter, a hybrid schedule with one day onsite and the rest remote. The successful candidate will gather and analyze geological and geochemical data in both field and office settings, collect soil, groundwater, surface water, sediment, air, and air‑vapor samples, conduct geological logging and interpretation, and oversee subcontractors including laboratories and excavation and drilling companies.

Office duties include preparing investigation reports and managing data. Flexibility, a positive attitude, willingness to mentor junior staff, and commitment to workplace health and safety are imperative.

• Operate equipment such as skid steers and excavators.
• Direct subcontractors and perform supervisory work.
• Screen soil and debris for contaminants.
• Collect soil, sediment, groundwater, surface water, and air samples.
• Manually process residual solid products (e.g., size and wet).
• Conduct general operation and maintenance tasks.

BA/BS AND a minimum 4 years of environmental remediation and investigation experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.

• Valid Driver's license, subject to a motor vehicle records check.
• Successful candidate will have to pass a background check and drug screen.

• Participate in site characterization, subsurface investigation, and remediation projects at various client sites.
• Collect and evaluate environmental data in field and office settings.
• Understand and assist with site conceptual models.
• Possess technical report writing skills and prepare investigation reports.
• Independent field work and leadership of field teams.
• Conduct field work, including:
  Driving to project sites;
  Subcontractor oversight;
  Utility clearance;
  Soil and bedrock drilling, characterization, and sampling;
  Monitoring well (groundwater and soil vapor) installation and test pit excavation;
  Soil, sediment, soil vapor, sanitary system, surface water, and groundwater sampling;
  Surface and borehole geophysical techniques;
  Aquifer testing, including slug tests, packer testing, step‑drawdown and tracer tests;
  Remedial systems performance monitoring.
• Prepare plans, permits, and reports for hazardous waste, air quality, storm water, and wastewater programs.
• Perform Phase I and II environmental site assessments.
• Provide general environmental compliance support to clients, including on‑site assistance, as needed.
• Support multiple projects within scope/budget/schedule expectations and confirm quality standards on project deliverables.
• Ability to clearly communicate with subcontractors, regulatory agents, and clients during field activities.
• Support Project Managers to effectively manage projects.
• 30‑hour OSHA Construction Supervisory certificate.
• First Aid/CPR certificate.
• Learn and develop a keen understanding of hazard recognition.
• Assist in project activity planning, and health and safety planning and oversight.
• Proficiency with basic computer programs, including Microsoft Suite Programs.
• 40‑hour OSHA HAZWOPER certificate or annual refresher certificate.

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well‑being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.