Field Geologist-Phoenix, AZ

Certerra (Northwest Geotech / Northwest Testing) • Phoenix, AZ

4h • $26 - $30 • Onsite

About The Position

Certerra is seeking an experienced Field Geologist for its Phoenix/Tempe, Arizona office. The role supports geotechnical and environmental work through field investigation, soil sampling and classification, laboratory testing, instrumentation monitoring, and assistance with engineering analysis and reports. The position includes daily travel within the area, travel outside the area approximately 30% of the time, and limited overnight travel. Work may take place outdoors in variable conditions, including extreme heat or cold.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science degree in Geology or Civil Engineering.
• Valid driver’s license, clean driving record, and ability to be insured to drive a company vehicle.
• Physical examination required to obtain medical clearance to work.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word and Excel.
• Excellent technical writing and verbal communication skills.
• Willingness to learn and accept new challenges.
• Ability to stoop and kneel and routinely lift and carry 50 pounds.
• Ability to work outdoors in variable conditions, including extreme heat or cold.
• Ability to travel within the area daily and 30% outside the area; limited overnight travel is required.
• Passing a pre-employment drug screen and participation in a random drug testing program.

Nice To Haves

• EIT/GIT certification or qualification is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Work with drill rigs and excavators to sample and classify soils.
• Check site conditions and accessibility for drilling equipment.
• Review aerial photography.
• Assist in analyzing soil to determine engineering characteristics.
• Assist in writing geotechnical reports.
• Review engineering drawings and reports.
• Collect and oversee soil sampling using borings and test pits.
• Operate and read field instrumentation, including piezometers, vibrating wire line piezometers, and inclinometers.
• Perform and oversee laboratory tests.
• Assist in making recommendations regarding foundation design, soil bearing pressures, slope stability, and lateral earth pressures.
• Perform sampling and testing of concrete, masonry, grout, asphalt, and soil.
• Problem-solve with job site contractors.
• Conduct field observations related to Environmental Site Assessment and support the Environmental Group as needed.
• Perform laboratory testing, including Atterberg Limits, Proctors, UU’s, Unconfined Compression Tests, Free Swell, and sample preparation.

Benefits

• Medical/prescription insurance, with a portion paid by the company.
• Vacation and sick leave.
• Seven paid holidays.
• Voluntary dental insurance.
• Voluntary vision insurance.
• Voluntary short-term disability.
• Long-term disability.
• Life insurance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level