Senior Field Geologist

At Aleut Federal, we believe the company and its mission is just as important as the job you are applying for. Aleut Federal is an Alaskan Native-owned enterprise whose purpose is to support our “Shareholders,” the Unangax, the indigenous people of the Aleutian Islands of Alaska. People are at the core the core of everything we do. We support our Shareholders by providing excellent service and quality results to our Clients, the various branches of the federal government. We engage in our local markets, so community service is embedded into our process.

Our culture nurtures the strength of our workforce through mentorship and coaching, providing opportunities for growth, and competitive benefits. We support and encourage diversity, inclusion, and accountability at every level.

The Aleut Federal motto is “We are One” because we truly believe that with one heart, one mind, and one purpose, we can accomplish our mission and be an organization anyone would be proud to be a part of.

Job Description

Under limited review, the Geologist performs the functions necessary to assist in management and performance of science-related tasks under multiple task orders (projects) for contracts requiring environmental contamination solutions and compliance at various governmental and commercial sites. Ensures compliance with all Federal, State, and local regulations. Determines the proper methodology for scientific studies for individual environmental sites. Works within the project scope, schedule, and budget to meet project requirements for monitoring or operations. This position is viewed as a competent professional within the limits of experience.  Performs field work and provides supervision of Aleut field staff and oversight/management to one or more Subcontract drilling crews deployed on field projects.  Interfaces with Clients directly and through the Project Manager.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Provides direct supervision of Aleut field personnel and oversight of drilling subcontractors.
• Assist in development of Work Plans for the purpose of sampling, analyzing, and reporting concentrations of various contaminants and/or geochemical indicators in different media (including air, groundwater, surface water, the marine environment, sediments, and soil).
• Develop and supports development of: project figures, boring logs, and other technical graphic materials.
• Assist with various technical tasks such as work plan and report preparation for different types of client documents.
• Plan and direct various types of environmental remediation and monitoring efforts in the field.
• Assist in the development, production, and delivery of technical documents to meet strict project schedules and in accordance with applicable standards for quality.
• Assist in management of projects in accordance with the corporate and contract health and safety requirements.
• Assist in the preparation of progress reporting documents including weekly and/or monthly status reports, and others.
• Other duties as assigned.

Training and Education:

• Ability to obtain a DOE-clearance, ability to access a Department of Energy facility.
• Licensed Professional Geologist in Texas or capable of obtaining licensure in Texas.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in geology, geological sciences, or related field required and at least 10 years of experience performing science-related tasks on environmental projects in both government and commercial environments. 
• ArcGIS and AutoCAD experience preferred.
• Broadly applied software including Microsoft Office Suite.
• 40 Hour HAZWOPER training required.
• Knowledge of and experience with federal clients, preferably US Department of Energy, etc
• Experience is desired in several of the following areas:, CERCLA, RCRA, and TSCA.
• Field work may be at hazardous waste sites and will require medical clearance and OSHA training.

Additional Requirements:

• A valid driver’s license and clean driving record is also required for this position.

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

The physical and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Physical demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to walk, use hands, handle objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; balance; stoop; bending or crouching; talk or hear. The employee must be able to lift/carry and/or move up to 50 pounds safely. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Work Environment: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed to inclement weather conditions, including extreme heat and cold, and other elements prevalent at the time.  The noise level in the work environment is usually minimal except during drilling operations.  Work locations are outdoors. 

Aleut Federal, LLC provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, AF complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location where the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. AF prohibits workplace harassment based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status.