Staff Geologist

Kleinfelder•San Diego, CA

14h•Hybrid

About The Position

Kleinfelder is seeking a Staff Geologist to serve Southern California and surrounding areas. This role involves performing environmental due diligence and site investigations/field sampling services. The ideal candidate is motivated, can work independently, possesses strong technical writing skills, and enjoys a mix of office and outdoor work. The position requires adherence to a safety culture and following written technical procedures.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in geology
3-6 years of experience in the consulting business with demonstrated experience in geology
Experience with drilling including soil logging, sample collection and drilling subcontractor management.
Experience in the preparation of technical reports, proposals, and cost estimates.
Ability for meeting and exceeding deadlines while maintaining project budgets and regulatory compliance status.
Ability to employ loss prevention and quality control systems.
Excellent oral and written communication skills, positive attitude, and ability to work both independently and within groups.
Satisfactorily complete employment reference checks, verification of professional licensure and/or educational credentials, a motor vehicle report (MVR), and a comprehensive background check.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree preferred
GIT certification
40-hour OSHA HAZWOPER health and safety training

Responsibilities

Performing and supporting environmental field work / analysis including soil boring logging, sampling, and testing.
Conducting site inspections as part of Phase I Environmental Site Assessments (ESAs) and compliance audits.
Preparation of proposals, cost estimates, plans, and technical specifications, including day-to-day client and stakeholder correspondence.
Review and interpret environmental data and analytical laboratory results.
Prepare technical reports, field reports, and internal / external correspondence.
Soil boring and monitoring well installation.
Soil, sediment, surface water, and groundwater screening and sampling.
Storm water, wastewater, and influent/effluent process water sampling.
Oversight of subcontractors and vendors performing drilling, laboratory analytical services, maintenance, and excavation activities.
Adhering to a safety culture that believes that all accidents are preventable.
Following written technical procedures and documenting field activities commensurate with individual project expectations.