Entry Level Geologist
The Entry Level Geologist at Confidential Client supports environmental site characterization, investigation, and remediation projects primarily through extensive fieldwork (70-90%) and office tasks such as report writing and project coordination. This role involves hands-on field activities including soil and groundwater sampling, subcontractor oversight, and health and safety compliance, contributing to sustainable environmental solutions and resilience efforts.
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Overview
Confidential Client is hiring an Entry Level Geologist to support environmental site characterization, investigation, and remediation projects based in Seattle, WA. This is a part-time, field-forward role (expect ~70–90% field work) with regional travel and hands-on training in soil and groundwater field methods. The role includes opportunities to learn drilling oversight, groundwater well installation/sampling, vapor intrusion/soil gas surveys, subcontractor oversight, and remediation system operation & maintenance.
What You’ll Do
- Assist Project Managers and Task Managers with planning and executing environmental site characterization, investigation, and remediation tasks.
- Conduct soil, groundwater, and vapor/soil-gas sampling on project sites.
- Oversee and coordinate subcontractors; prepare and review subcontracts.
- Prepare technical documents: field reports, work plans, letters, memoranda, and regulatory submissions.
- Compile, interpret, and summarize field and laboratory data; support cost estimates, scheduling, and budget tracking.
- Support health & safety planning and follow site H&S procedures during field activities.
- Perform operation and maintenance oversight for remediation systems as required.
- Travel regionally (typically 1–2 days/week) and occasionally within the U.S. for multi-week projects.
Who You Are (Minimum Qualifications)
- Bachelor of Science in Geology (required).
- Ability to perform physically demanding fieldwork: lift equipment, stand for extended periods, work outdoors in all weather.
- Valid driver’s license and good driving record for regional travel.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and comfortable working both independently and in a team.
Preferred Qualifications
- OSHA HAZWOPER 40-hour and/or 8-hour training.
- Master of Science in Geology or related field.
- ~1 year of professional experience in environmental fieldwork or sampling.
- Experience with soil/groundwater sampling, vapor intrusion assessments, and subcontractor coordination.
Compensation & Benefits
- Salary range: $80,169 - $89,424 per year (range provided by the client). Actual pay will vary based on experience, education, internal equity, and location.
- Confidential Client offers benefits for eligible full- and part-time employees, which may include medical, dental, vision, 401(k), life insurance, paid parental leave, EAP, STD/LTD, paid holidays, PTO, and optional benefits such as tuition reimbursement and adoption assistance. Specific benefits and eligibility will be provided by the hiring organization.
Location & Travel
- Primary work location: Seattle, WA (work will include local/regional travel).
- Expect frequent fieldwork (70–90% of role). Regional travel typically 1–2 days per week; some projects may require travel in the U.S. for up to two weeks.
- Field sites may contain environmental media impacted by hazardous substances; adherence to health & safety protocols is required.
Recruiter Notes
Careertakes is assisting Confidential Client with sourcing. We screen for relevant field experience, HAZWOPER training (if available), safety mindset, and the ability to travel and perform physically demanding fieldwork. Applicants with strong field skills and eagerness to learn remediation and sampling techniques will be prioritized.
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.
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