Staff Geologist

Terraphase Engineering • San Diego, CA

9d • Onsite

About The Position

Terraphase is seeking an early-career Staff Geologist, Scientist, or Engineer with 1 to 2 years of experience to join its team in Oakland, California. The role offers hands-on environmental consulting experience supporting a variety of investigation and remediation projects throughout California. The employee will work closely with experienced project managers, scientists, geologists, and engineers and gain exposure to field investigations, environmental sampling, data evaluation, and technical reporting. The position combines field and office responsibilities, with opportunities to take on increasing technical and project responsibilities over time.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Geology, Environmental Science, Earth Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• 1 to 2 years of professional experience in environmental consulting, geology, engineering, or a related environmental field.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
• Comfort performing outdoor fieldwork in various weather conditions and handling its physical demands, including occasional long field days.
• Detail-oriented, with strong organizational, documentation, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel and general comfort working with technical data and documentation.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and ability to work effectively as part of a collaborative project team.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience supporting environmental field investigations, sampling, or remediation projects.
• OSHA 40 Hour HAZWOPER certification, or willingness to obtain it before performing applicable fieldwork.
• CPR and First Aid certification.

Responsibilities

• Support environmental site investigations, including soil, groundwater, soil vapor, surface water, and sediment sampling.
• Assist with installation and monitoring of groundwater and soil vapor wells under the direction of experienced staff.
• Collect and document detailed field data, including geological and environmental observations, using field logs and tablet-based tools.
• Support environmental investigation and remediation activities at project sites throughout California.
• Participate in preparing site-specific Health and Safety Plans (HASPs) and follow established safety protocols during field activities.
• Coordinate with subcontractors, including drillers, laboratories, utility locators, and other field service providers.
• Assist with organizing, reviewing, and evaluating environmental data, including hydrogeologic and analytical laboratory results.
• Contribute to technical reports, figures, tables, and other project deliverables.
• Demonstrate commitment to health and safety, quality work, teamwork, and continued professional development.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Employer-paid life insurance.
• Long-term disability insurance.
• Generous 401(k) match.
• Commuter benefits.
• TerraLunches and TerraTalks.
• Tuition, licensing, and professional development reimbursement.
• Flexible work schedule.
• Ongoing company-sponsored events.

What This Job Offers

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