Field Geologist/Environmental Scientist

Arcadis•Tulsa, OK

1d•$68,400 - $102,600•Onsite

About The Position

Arcadis is seeking a detail-oriented, well-organized, dependable Field Geologist or Environmental Scientist to join its Tulsa, Oklahoma team. This full-time position combines field and office work, requires travel for extended periods, and calls for strict adherence to health and safety procedures, attention to detail, a strong work ethic, and excellent communication skills. Fieldwork may account for 70–90% of the role and may involve hotel stays, outdoor work in all weather conditions, remote sites, and environmental media affected by hazardous substances or hazardous wastes. Arcadis provides health and safety training, support, and mentoring. Performance-based evaluations offer opportunities for career advancement. Office work includes managing and evaluating data; assisting with technical reports, work plans, letters, memoranda, cost estimates, and proposals; coordinating subcontractor schedules; and producing figures, maps, and boring logs. The salary range is $68,400–$102,600, with actual pay depending on factors including experience, education, budget, internal equity, project, and location.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science degree in Geology, Geosciences, or Environmental Science.
3–5 years of related work experience.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Current valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
Excellent written communication and strong interpersonal communication skills.
Ability to multitask and manage time efficiently.
Willingness to travel and perform fieldwork for extended periods, work outdoors in all weather conditions, and meet the physical demands of fieldwork.

Nice To Haves

Current OSHA HAZWOPER 40-hour and 8-hour training.
Previous internship experience in industry, consulting, or a regulatory setting.
40-hour Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response training.

Responsibilities

Collect soil, groundwater, surface water, and air samples, working independently or as part of a team.
Collect site-condition data using electronic tablets and a variety of instruments.
Oversee drilling operations for soil borings and monitoring wells.
Document soil and rock descriptions, well construction details, and site activities through detailed notes; coordinate and communicate with project team members.
Implement injection and other in-situ remedial technologies and oversee remedial system installations.
Oversee subcontractors and coordinate with project team members.
Support emergency response for train derailments and hazardous-material spills, including environmental sampling plans and collection, correspondence with rail clients and state or federal regulators, and onsite contractor oversight; travel may include Oklahoma and surrounding states.
Compile, manipulate, and evaluate data; assist with technical reports, work plans, letters, and memoranda; and prepare cost estimates and proposals.
Coordinate work schedules with subcontractors and produce figures, maps, and boring logs.
Travel and perform fieldwork, potentially for extended periods and in all weather conditions, including at remote sites and locations where environmental media may be affected by hazardous substances or wastes.
Meet fieldwork physical demands, including lifting heavy equipment and standing for extended periods.