Geologist

TRC Companies • IL-Chicago, IL

1d • $55,016 - $72,010 • Hybrid

About The Position

TRC Environmental Corporation, Member of WSP, is seeking an early career, entry level geologist/hydrogeologist to join our growing Engineering, Construction and Remediation (ECR) Practice in Chicago, IL. The successful candidate will be a recent graduate or intern, motivated to begin a career in the site assessment and remediation field with a large and nationally recognized environmental consulting firm. Our office is located in the central business district of Chicago and provides a vibrant, dynamic, and fast-paced work environment with access to a broad spectrum of professional experiences, in a setting that thrives on teamwork.

Requirements

• Demonstrates a willingness to perform technical writing and data analysis using knowledge of scientific principles and professional judgment.
• Strong sense of responsibility and work ethic, with a desire for career growth.
• Strong quality assurance/quality control skills and detail-oriented to perform self-checks of work for technical content.
• Ability to schedule and manage project assignments concurrently.
• Ability to work in both a collaborative team setting as well as individually.
• Some team members may be remote.
• Strong working knowledge of basic Microsoft Office applications and other reporting and communication applications
• Ability to work on evening or long-term field assignments (estimated time away from office estimated at 1 to 2 days per week on average).
• Willingness to participate in health & safety training, medical monitoring, drug screening, and background checks as required by TRC and/or client requirements.
• B.S. or B.A. in geology (M.S. preferred) with a designated geologic focus.
• Valid Driver’s License and satisfactory driving record for business travel.
• Transportation options for work in office and field.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity or experience with ArcView, GIS, CAD, Microsoft Access, Modflow and other groundwater flow / transport models, etc.
• Previous experience as an intern with a consulting firm or within the environmental industry.
• Previous completion of 40-hr HAZWOPER, 10-hr, or 30-hr Construction certification would be a plus.
• Master’s degree with focus in hydrogeology a plus.

Responsibilities

• Implement site investigation/characterization and remedial action work plans, including but not limited to collection of soil, sediment, groundwater, soil vapor, indoor air, and surface water samples; logging of soil samples utilizing a standardized soil classification system; and preparation of daily field activity reports.
• Assist with the preparation of draft reports, including generation of figures and tables.
• Review and interpret laboratory analytical reports and evaluate data for contaminant fate and transport.
• Conduct and evaluate data from slug tests and aquifer tests.
• Assist with 3D data visualization and groundwater modeling.
• Coordinate and provide oversight and direction to subcontractors including remedial contractors, drillers, geophysical surveyors, and analytical laboratories.
• Perform Phase I ESAs.
• Prepare and review draft proposals and cost estimates.
• Prepare project Health and Safety Plans.
• Additional responsibilities as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and disability insurance.
• 401k package that includes both traditional and Roth IRA options and Company match.
• Paid time off contingent upon full time or part time status and level of seniority (ranging from 15 to 25 days per year).
• All full-time employees enjoy a minimum of 8 Paid Holidays per year.
• TRC ensures that all employees, including those that work part-time, receive paid sick, family, and disability leave in accordance with the laws of their state of residence.
• TRC offers jurisdiction specific benefit packages for International and Puerto Rico employees.

What This Job Offers

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