Geologist

Come Join our Team•Richmond, VA

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Froehling & Robertson, Inc., (F&R) has been proudly engineering stability in the country since 1881. In addition to being one of the oldest independent testing/engineering companies, F&R is also a minority-owned business offering competitive compensation/benefits and a positive work environment designed around the philosophy of mutual respect for all! Our shared F&R/Employee values include: Safe & Healthy Work Environment, Value & Respect for F&R Employees and Clients, Trustworthiness, Technical Excellence, Continuous Improvement, and Financial Success. We're always on the lookout for enthusiastic individuals who are not afraid to get their boots and hard hats a little dirty from an honest day's work. Come be a part of this talented and dedicated team. Join stability. Apply now! This position will provide professional services under general supervision. This may include performing field investigations, analyzing/interpreting data, and preparing technical reports for services provided.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Geology, Geological Engineering or related field
Entry level to 4 years of experience in a related field
Excellent communication and presentation skills, both oral and written.
Must be able to successfully manage numerous assignments and meet deadlines.
Must be able to work independently and within teams to achieve goals.
Must be detail oriented.
Must be willing to participate in and pass F&R’s pre-employment screening including a background investigation, drug screening and driving record.
Ability to continuously sit, stand, and walk
Ability to occasionally lift up to 50 lbs
Ability to work outside in frequent changes of temperatures
Ability to occasionally bend, squat, climb, push, and pull
Ability to work in environments containing dust and fumes
Ability to frequently drive to and from work sites, must have valid driver’s license with good-standing driving record
Ability to occasionally travel overnight (less than 35%)

Responsibilities

Performs soil and rock classification in the field and laboratory
Performs hand auger borings, standard DCP testing, and Kessler DCP testing
Site reconnaissance and boring layout
Supervises field exploration programs for transportation projects – must be willing to participate in overnight travel, and occasional night and/or weekend work
Communicates and coordinates with subcontractors
Assists with wetland delineation
Coordinates underground utility clearance
Field surveying
Other duties as assigned

Benefits

In-House continuous training
Comprehensive group medical insurance, including health, dental, vision and life
Opportunity for professional growth and advancement
Tuition reimbursement
Paid time off
Company–observed paid holidays
Short and long-term disability coverage
401K retirement
Company Cell Phone
Usage of company vehicle when traveling to sites/labs, etc.