Staff Geologist
About The Position
Terraphase is seeking an early-career environmental professional with 1 to 2 years of experience to join its team in Oakland, California. The Staff Geologist will support a variety of environmental investigation and remediation projects throughout California, gaining hands-on consulting experience across field investigations, environmental sampling, data evaluation, and technical reporting. The role combines field and office responsibilities and offers opportunities to take on increasing technical and project responsibilities while working with experienced project managers, scientists, geologists, and engineers.
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 fieldwork’s 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 installing and monitoring groundwater and soil vapor wells under the direction of experienced staff.
- Collect and document 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 a commitment to health and safety, quality work, teamwork, and continued professional development.
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Employer-paid life insurance
- Long-term disability
- 401(k) match
- Commuter benefits
- TerraLunches
- TerraTalks
- Tuition, licensing, and professional development reimbursement
- Flexible work schedule
- Ongoing company-sponsored events
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
