Geologist

Overview

Are you looking to make the world a better place? At Haley & Aldrich
, 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 Phoenix, AZ office. This position entails travel to job sites and working outside of the office setting up to 75% of the time conducting field work.

In this position, you will:

• 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.
• 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.
• Perform all work in accordance with company and client health and safety protocols.
• Demonstrate the company’s foundational safety behaviors.

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.
• Has applied or will apply for initial professional certification in their core discipline, where applicable, such as GIT or RG.
• 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.
• Possess a valid driver’s license.
• Have a reliable form of transportation to travel to job sites and the office.

• OSHA 40-Hour HAZWOPER training.
• MSHA 24-Hour New Miner training.

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.

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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. Interested candidates should apply on our Careers page.

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.

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