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Position Overview

Confidential Client is seeking an entry-level Staff Geologist to support environmental investigation and remediation projects in and around Somerset, NJ. This is a field-focused, full-time role providing hands-on sampling, field monitoring, and project support. The position is salary‑banded for New Jersey: $65,000 - $75,000 per year.

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What You’ll Do

• Assist project teams and the Project Manager with field support and technical tasks on environmental investigation and remediation projects.
• Perform and assist with soil, groundwater, vapor/indoor air, and surface water sampling using proper sampling techniques.
• Help with well installation, development, purging, and groundwater sampling.
• Calibrate and operate field monitoring and sampling equipment.
• Oversee and coordinate subcontractors (e.g., drillers, heavy equipment operators) when required.
• Support preparation and review of data tables, soil boring logs, figures, and other technical report components.
• Perform entry-level data evaluation and assist with analytical tasks under supervision.

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Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in geology, environmental science, or related technical field.
• Typically 0–2 years of relevant experience (entry-level candidates encouraged).
• Ability to perform routine field activities safely and follow sampling protocols for environmental media.
• Strong work ethic, positive attitude, and enthusiasm for environmental fieldwork.
• Basic data evaluation and analytical skills.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to project sites in the Somerset, NJ area.

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Physical Demands & Work Environment

• Predominantly field-based work at exterior project sites (industrial/brownfield facilities, treatment systems, construction sites).
• Regular travel to project sites; ability to work in varied terrains and weather conditions; occasional extended or irregular hours.
• Frequent use of hand-held monitoring instruments and water sampling equipment; routine lifting, carrying, standing, walking, reaching, bending, squatting, kneeling, and twisting.
• Office work includes computer-based tasks (reporting and data entry).

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Compensation & Benefits

• Base salary range (New Jersey): $65,000 - $75,000 per year.
  • This range is provided in good faith for this geographic location; actual pay may vary based on experience, qualifications, and internal equity.
• Benefits package may include:
  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and eligible dependents
  • 401(k) profit sharing plan with employer match
  • Flexible spending accounts
  • Company-paid life and disability insurance
  • Supplemental insurance options (long-term care, accident, critical illness, etc.)
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Paid Time Off (holidays, vacation, sick leave)
  • Paid Parental Leave

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Equal Employment & Accommodations

Confidential Client is committed to equal employment opportunity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to protected characteristics under federal, state, or local law. Reasonable accommodations are available for applicants and employees; contact the confidential client's HR team to request assistance.

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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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