Geologist

Overview

This position provides professional services under general supervision. Activities may include performing field investigations, analyzing/interpreting data, and preparing technical reports for services provided.

• Performs soil and rock classification in the field and laboratory
• Performs hand auger borings, standard DCP testing, and Kessler DCP testing
• Site reconnaissance and boring layout
• Supervises field exploration programs for transportation projects – must be willing to participate in overnight travel, and occasional night and/or weekend work
• Communicates and coordinates with subcontractors
• Assists with wetland delineation
• Coordinates underground utility clearance
• Field surveying
• Other duties as assigned

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Geology, Geological Engineering or related field
• Entry level to 4 years of experience in a related field
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, both oral and written
• Ability to manage numerous assignments and meet deadlines
• Ability to work independently and within teams to achieve goals
• Attention to detail
• Willingness to participate in and pass F&R’s pre-employment screening including a background investigation, drug screening and driving record
• Ability to continuously sit, stand, and walk
• Ability to occasionally lift up to 50 lbs
• Ability to work outside in frequent changes of temperatures
• Ability to occasionally bend, squat, climb, push, and pull
• Ability to work in environments containing dust and fumes
• Ability to frequently drive to and from work sites, must have valid driver’s license with good-standing driving record
• Ability to occasionally travel overnight (less than 35%)

• In-House continuous training
• Comprehensive group medical insurance, including health, dental, vision and life
• Opportunity for professional growth and advancement
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid time off
• Company–observed paid holidays
• Short and long-term disability coverage
• 401K retirement
• Company Cell Phone
• Usage of company vehicle when traveling to sites/labs, etc.

We extend equal employment opportunities to qualified applicants and employees on an equal basis regardless of age, race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, pregnancy status, marital status, military or veteran status, genetic information or any other reason protected by federal, state or local law. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

F&R participates in the USCIS E-Verify Program to verify that all new hires are authorized to work in the United States.

EOE M/F/D/V/SO. Drug Free Workplace.