Entry-Level Career Geologist/Scientist

WSP•Louisville, KY

4d•Onsite

About The Position

WSP is seeking an Entry-Level Career Geologist/Scientist for their Louisville, KY office. This role involves supporting the Earth & Environment team in conducting field investigation projects, including due diligence, subsurface investigation, and remediation. Responsibilities include collecting environmental samples (soil, groundwater, surface water, sediment, air/vapor) and assisting with asbestos surveys, while ensuring accurate and concise documentation of field conditions and maintaining high-quality standards.

Requirements

BS or BA in Geology, Hydrogeology, Earth Science or Environmental Science
0 to 1 years of experience
Familiar with relevant environmental laws, regulations, compliance practices, and record-keeping requirements.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Capable self-leadership with attention to detail, accuracy, multi-tasking, and prioritization
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, as well as part of a team
Basic proficiency with technical writing, office automation and communication software, technology, and tools.
Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.
Ability to work schedules conducive to project-specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical workweek.
Ability to lift 50 pounds, and to remain on feet for extended periods of time either stationary or walking through all types of terrain.
Travel will be required depending on project-specific requirements.
Must be able to pass a HAZWOPER physical and be medically able to wear a tight-fitting respirator / Fit for Duty Exam / Medical Exam.
Must successfully complete and pass WSP’s Motor Vehicle screening.
Travel will be required.

Nice To Haves

Completion of 40-Hour OSHA HAZWOPER training.

Responsibilities

Assist with collecting, extracting, identifying, and compiling environmental data from various sampling media for projects, investigations, and surveys.
Review, integrate, collect data, and perform quality control for geologic, hydrogeologic, and other databases.
Maintain quality control standards and procedures for accurate measurements and analysis.
Write technical reports summarizing research, procedures, findings, and conclusions for due diligence and site investigation field work.
Generate complete, accurate, and concise documentation using electronic systems and software.
Comply with safety guidelines and site-specific procedures, including sample collection and laboratory documentation.
Assist with maintaining and calibrating equipment and tools, and performing inventory control.
Assist technical staff and project managers with environmental risk identification, assessment, mitigation, and remediation projects.
Work with cross-functional teams in executing project work.
Assist with work plan preparation and coordination of field work permitting.
Complete training on assigned tasks.
Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources, and conduct.
Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.