Field Geologist

GeoLogic is seeking a Field Geologist to assist our busy engineering and geological consulting firm located in Marietta, Georgia (bordering Woodstock). The incumbent will be responsible for conducting fieldwork throughout the southeastern U.S., typically in Alabama, Georgia, South Carolina, North Carolina, Kentucky, and West Virginia. Duties will include, but are not limited to, the following: supervising and directing the drilling of borings, collecting geological data through field mapping methods, logging rock core and identifying rock type, measuring Percent Recovery and rock quality designation (RQD), measuring groundwater levels in borings, and surveying boring locations in the field. Responsibilities will also include preparation of boring logs, cross-sections, figures, photo logs, and geological reports.

The ideal candidate will be an enthusiastic self-starter who is teachable and willing to learn, willing to drive long distances between job sites, and willing to spend long hours in the field supporting the timely completion of drilling campaigns. A bachelor’s degree is required.

This position is available as either a Full Time Permanent position, or a Temporary position not to exceed 180 days. The position is approximately 95% travel and field work, and is available immediately.

TemporaryNo Benefits Are Offered For The Temporary Position

Permanent position: Benefits as Described Below

Salary: Commensurate with experience

Benefits

GeoLogic pays 100% of the premiums for Medical, Dental, Vision/VSP plan, Short-term Disability (STD), Long-term Disability (LTD), Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D), Life Insurance, and HealthiestYou. We also offer a 401k program with safe harbor non-elective contribution, and employees are fully vested on the first day of enrollment in the plan.

*NO RELOCATION EXPENSES WILL BE PAID FOR THIS POSITION*

GeoLogic strictly prohibits any collaboration with recruiting firms, temp to hire firms, or other firms that post and forward candidate resumes. If a candidate’s resume is forwarded to any employee of GeoLogic, it becomes the property of GeoLogic and no fee will be paid to the sender.

Job Duties

Field Work (90-95%)

• Oversee drilling operations (NQ/HQ rock coring, Air Rotary, SPT, Auger, Sonic)
• Locate suitable boring locations for evaluation
• Conduct geological mapping (as needed)
• Sample collection of soil and/or rock core
• Record valuable information regarding field conditions and samples
• Detail log soil and/or rock core samples
• Measure recovery and RQD of rock core samples
• Measure groundwater levels
• Survey boring locations
• Coordinate with equipment operators to clear trails for drill rig access
• Safely secure and transport samples back to warehouse for testing and storage
  
  

Office Work (5-10%)

• Prepare boring logs and cross-sections using gINT
• Prepare report figures
• Prepare photograph logs for soil/rock core samples
• Prepare geological reports
  
  

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Geology or related field
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to safely lift 50 pounds regularly while standing, squatting, and kneeling
• Ability to travel and work in extreme weather (position is approximately 90% travel and fieldwork)
• Legal authorization to work in the United States (confirmed via E-Verify)
• Ability to pass a background check, drug screen, and OSHA physical
• Clean driving record
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Geologist in Training (preferred) or a candidate who is prepared to take and pass the FG exam within six months of hire
• Master’s Degree in Geology
• Experience with gINT software, Adobe Pro, Google Earth, and QGIS
• OSHA 10-hour training certification
• OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER certification
• MSHA part 48(b) Surface New Miner certification
• Experience towing trailers, and safely securing loads
  
  

Being authorized to work in the U.S. is a precondition of employment. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. GEOLOGIC DOES NOT SPONSOR WORK VISAS.

EEO statement

We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Women, minorities, people with disabilities and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. We are dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment on any basis including race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law.