Geologist - Oakland, CA

Staff Geologist

Location: Oakland, CA - Nor Cal

ACC Environmental Consultants, an Employee Owned Company, is seeking a Staff Geologist to support our environmental consulting work in California. This is an early-career, full-time opportunity for a motivated professional who is eager to build technical consulting experience through a combination of field work, data evaluation, and report preparation.

This role is ideal for someone with 0–5 years of experience who is detail oriented, dependable, and interested in developing a strong foundation in environmental site investigation, groundwater and soil sampling, remediation support, and regulatory‑driven project work. The position includes both field and office responsibilities, with a strong emphasis on field execution, technical documentation, and professional growth.

• Support environmental site investigations, groundwater monitoring, soil and groundwater sampling, and remediation‑related field activities.
• Assist with data collection, tabulation, quality review, interpretation, and presentation.
• Prepare field notes, logs, figures, tables, and technical documentation to support project deliverables.
• Assist with report preparation, work plans, and other client and regulatory submittals.
• Support project managers and senior staff with project coordination, scheduling, data management, and follow‑up tasks.
• Communicate effectively with internal teams, subcontractors, laboratories, and other project stakeholders.
• Travel to project sites within California.

• Bachelor’s degree in Geology, Environmental Geology, Engineering Geology, Earth Sciences, or a related discipline.
• 0–5 years of relevant experience in environmental consulting, geology, hydrogeology, or related field work.
• Familiarity with environmental site investigations, soil and groundwater sampling, remediation support, and technical data review.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Sound problem‑solving ability, attention to detail, and strong organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments in a deadline‑driven environment.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word and Excel.
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to perform field work and travel as needed.

• Experience supporting projects involving site assessment, characterization, remediation, or regulatory compliance.
• Familiarity with California environmental programs and agency interaction.
• OSHA 40‑hour HAZWOPER training.
• Certification as a Geologist‑in‑Training (GIT) in California, or interest in pursuing it.
• Experience with technical figures, data management, or environmental database tools.

• Opportunity to build your career in a collaborative environmental consulting environment.
• Meaningful exposure to both field operations and office‑based project support.
• Direct mentorship from experienced project managers and technical staff.
• Variety of work across site investigation, remediation, and environmental compliance projects.
• Support for professional development, training, and long‑term growth.

Salary Range: $27.00 – $30.00 depending on experience, qualifications, and location.

ACC provides a comprehensive benefits package to regular full‑time and qualifying part‑time employees that includes:

• Eligibility to participate in the company Employee Stock Ownership Program for qualifying individuals
• Group medical insurance
• HSA contributions to qualifying plans
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Program
• Paid Time Off
• Nine paid holidays per year
• Employee Assistance Program
• Long‑term disability insurance
• Life insurance
• Professional development support for license fees, memberships, training, and seminars