Entry-Level Geologist
Job in
Sacramento, Sacramento County, California, 95828, USA
Listing for:
AECOM
Per diem
position
Listed on 2026-01-01
Job specializations:
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Engineering
Geology / Geoscience, Environmental Compliance
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Science
Geology / Geoscience, Environmental Compliance
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 64480 - 73000 USD Yearly
USD
64480.00
73000.00
YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Company Description
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Job Description
AECOM is seeking for an Entry Level Geologist in our Sacramento, California or Oakland, California office to assist with a variety of projects including data management, site investigations, and remediation. This position is expected to begin in April 2024. The successful candidate will assist with gathering and analyzing geological, hydrogeological, and geochemical data in both the field and office settings.
The responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to:
The field activities will consist of soil, groundwater, surface water, sediment, air and soil vapor sample collection, geological logging and interpretation, and the oversight of subcontractors including laboratories and excavation and drilling companies.Field work will be required.The office activities will involve preparation of investigation reports.Candidate must also be able to work as part of a project team comprised of AECOM staff and subcontractors. Flexibility to work on a multitude of diverse projects, a positive attitude, and commitment to workplace health and safety are imperative.
Qualifications
Minimum Requirements:
Bachelor's Degree in Geology.Due to the nature of work, US citizenship is required.Valid U.S. Driver’s License is required to visit project sites, clients, and other AECOM offices.As a condition of employment, selected candidate must pass a Motor Vehicle Records review.Preferred Qualifications:
Ability to understand and supervise advancement of soil borings and installation of monitoring wells.Ability to demonstrate a primary technical role in multiple site characterizations, subsurface investigations, and remediation projects at various client sites.Understand and assist with site conceptual models.Ability to collect and evaluate environmental data in field and office settings.Ability to prepare investigation reports and help coordinate preparation of drawings.Possesses technical report writing skills.Independent field work and leadership of field teams.Experience in contractor oversight.Keen understanding of hazard recognition for environmental investigations and remediation projects.Proficient with basic computer programs like MS Word and MS Excel.Seeking Geologist-in-Training (GIT) Certification.Additional Information
Relocation assistance and/or per diem is not offered for this position.Travel up to 90% to various job sites within US.Selected candidate will be required to complete 40-hour HAZWOPER training or annual refresher class, if needed.Selected candidate will also receive First Aid/CPR training and AECOM specific training.Candidate will submit to medical surveillance screening upon hire.Exempt Position:
Offered rate of compensation (Sacramento, California locations only) will be based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. The salary range for this position is $64,480.00 - $73,000.AECOM is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits program to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D and disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absence, voluntary benefits, perks, wellness and global well-being, and global EAP,…
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