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Job Title: Staff Geologist
Job Description
Join our dynamic team and play a crucial role in a high-profile railway project in Albany! As a Staff Geologist, you'll lead and participate in field assignments, including geotechnical construction observation. This exciting role involves special inspections and effective communication with contractors, clients, and team members. Be prepared for weekend and overtime work, with occasional overnight and interstate travel.
Responsibilities
- Lead and participate in field assignments, focusing on geotechnical construction observation.
- Conduct construction observation and special inspections.
- Communicate efficiently with contractors, clients, and team members.
- Work weekends and overtime as needed.
- Travel overnight and interstate when necessary.
Essential Skills
- 1-2 years of experience in Geotechnical Engineering, Geology, Environmental Science, or Civil Engineering.
- EIT or GIT certification.
- Proficiency in soils classification and construction observation documentation.
- Reliable transportation to project sites and a valid Driver’s License with a clean record.
- Ability to pass drug testing.
- Proficiency in MS Office, Excel, Teams, etc.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- PE certification is a plus.
- Experience with AutoCAD.
Work Environment
Embrace the challenge of 12-hour shifts from 6am to 6pm, working 14 days straight with 3 days off, over a 6-month project duration. You'll be part of a leading Architecture and Engineering firm with a national presence, known for its fast growth and family-like office atmosphere. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to a significant, high-profile project and advance your career in a supportive and innovative environment.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $27.00 - $32.00
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Albany,NY.
Application Deadline
This position will be accepting applications until Jan 16, 2025.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:
- Hiring diverse talent
- Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
- Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
- Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.
Salary : $27 - $32
