Environmental Geologist

AECOM•Ashland, WI

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

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 involving data management, site investigations, and remediation. The role requires the candidate to be on-site in Ashland five days a week during the sampling season. During winter months, a hybrid work arrangement will be in place, with one day per week on-site for inspections and the remainder of the week supporting remotely from a home office. The successful candidate will assist with gathering and analyzing geological and geochemical data in both field and office settings. Field activities will include sample collection (soil, groundwater, surface water, sediment, air, and soil vapor), geological logging and interpretation, and oversight of subcontractors (laboratories, excavation and drilling companies). Office activities will involve preparing investigation reports and managing data. Flexibility to work on diverse projects, a positive attitude, willingness to mentor junior staff, and a commitment to workplace health and safety are essential.

Requirements

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
US Citizen/US Permanent Resident.
Proficiency with basic computer programs, including Microsoft Suite Programs.

Nice To Haves

Independent field work and leadership of field teams.
30-hour OSHA Construction Supervisory certificate.
First Aid/CPR certificate.
Learn and develop a keen understanding of hazard recognition.
40-hour OSHA HAZWOPER certificate or annual refresher certificate.

Responsibilities

Operate equipment such as skid steers and excavators.
Direct subcontractors and perform supervisory work.
Screen soil and debris for contaminants.
Perform manual digging.
Collect soil, sediment, groundwater, surface water, and air samples.
Manually process residual solid products (e.g., size and wet).
Document work completed.
Conduct general operation and maintenance tasks.
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.
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.
Assist in project activity planning, and health and safety planning and oversight.