Geologist

AECOM•Westlake Village, CA

11h•$70,500 - $72,000•Hybrid

About The Position

AECOM is hiring an entry-level Geologist to support its Environmental Business Line, primarily on Federal projects, from its Westlake Village, California office. The position is expected to begin as soon as possible and works under the supervision of a Project Manager or senior-level team member. The anticipated division of work is approximately 50% field work and 50% office work. Travel is required, potentially including out-of-state assignments lasting weeks to months. The Geologist will use standard field practices and basic field equipment to collect soil, groundwater, surface water, and sediment samples; prepare samples for shipment; and complete chain-of-custody paperwork. The role also performs supervised field activities such as soil logging, monitoring well installation, slug testing, and water-level or groundwater-gradient surveys. The employee gathers and interprets environmental data, organizes information collected by others, prepares basic scientific documents, and applies natural science knowledge to explain observations. The position assists senior team members with planning and coordinating field programs. The successful candidate will work independently and collaboratively, communicate effectively and promptly—particularly during field work—and demonstrate flexibility, a positive attitude, and commitment to workplace health and safety. The position offers opportunities to develop leadership and management skills. Relocation assistance is not available. AECOM requires newly hired employees to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Geology or a related science.
Valid U.S. Driver’s License.
U.S. citizenship is required due to the nature of the work.
Must pass a Motor Vehicle Records review and substance abuse test as a condition of employment.
Must submit to medical surveillance screening upon hire.
Must be comfortable with travel; out-of-state travel may be required.
Ability to work effectively both independently and in a collaborative team environment.
Frequent lifting of sampling equipment and coolers weighing up to 50 pounds, with assistance up to 90% of the time.
Ability to safely drive and operate a full-size pickup truck.
Ability to tolerate outdoor work in a range of weather conditions.

Nice To Haves

General knowledge of geologic and environmental concepts, such as stratigraphy, geological processes, hydrogeology, and hydrology.
Ability and desire to travel periodically for project assignments lasting weeks to months.
Strong organizational and documentation skills.
Safety-minded approach and willingness to participate in safety kick-off calls and daily tailgate safety briefings.
Experience with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Access, Word, and PowerPoint, and clear, concise writing and communication skills.
Database, GIS, CAD, or visualization software skills.
OSHA 40-Hour HAZWOPER Certification or ability to obtain it within two months of hire.

Responsibilities

Collect soil, groundwater, surface water, and sediment samples using standard field practices and basic field equipment.
Prepare samples for shipping and complete chain-of-custody or similar paperwork.
Perform supervised field tasks, including soil logging, monitoring well installation, slug testing, and water-level or groundwater-gradient surveys.
Gather and interpret chemical and non-chemical data and other information for scientific reports.
Compile and organize environmental data collected by others.
Prepare basic data and scientific documents, applying natural sciences knowledge to explain observations.
Assist senior-level team members with planning and coordinating field programs.
Travel to project sites, including potentially out-of-state assignments lasting weeks to months.
Communicate effectively and promptly, especially during field work, and follow workplace health and safety practices.