Environmental Geologist

MBC Talent Connections•Daly City, CA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Join an employee-owned environmental, water resources, and engineering consulting firm as an Environmental Geologist. You'll support site investigation, remediation, construction, and operations projects for industrial, commercial, and municipal clients, working alongside experienced professionals who will help you grow. You'll report to a Team Leader.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Geology, Environmental Science, or a similar field
Strong technical and mechanical skills
Clear written and verbal communication
Ability to calibrate, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain field equipment
Ability to work safely around construction equipment, drilling operations, utilities, and industrial facilities
Current valid driver's license and a clean driving record
Medical clearance to work on hazardous waste sites

Nice To Haves

Master's degree
2+ years of experience as a geologist in site investigation and remediation
Geologist-in-Training (GIT) certification, or ability to work toward state licensing
OSHA HAZWOPER 40-hour training
Experience with ESRI ArcGIS Pro

Responsibilities

Plan and Conduct Field Work: Prepare documentation and equipment, coordinate with laboratories, and schedule subcontractors. Collect soil, groundwater, soil vapor, and indoor air samples. Conduct site inspections and document the work of other parties. Build, operate, monitor, and maintain remedial systems. Manage drillers and subcontractors, and oversee construction activities. Log boreholes and keep detailed field notes and photo logs.
Analyze Data and Write Reports: Follow work plans and standard procedures so samples and data are handled correctly. Tabulate and interpret data, prepare geologic cross sections, and develop conceptual site models identifying contaminant sources and exposure routes. Help senior staff prepare work plans, reports, and cost estimates for hazardous waste site and brownfield projects.
Support Regulatory Compliance: Perform Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) audits and follow up on corrective actions. Deliver stormwater compliance projects under the California Industrial General Permit, including source assessments, best management practices (BMPs), advanced treatment design, Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans, and Exceedance Response Action reports.
Manage project schedules and take on other duties as needed.