About this role
AECOM is seeking a self-motivated, experienced Geologist for the Bakersfield, CA office. The role supports Project Managers in planning, oversight of fieldwork, and evaluation of hydrogeologic and reporting phases for multidisciplinary environmental projects. Projects serve large Federal clients, Refineries, and commercial clients.
Daily tasks include managing field-based environmental investigation and remediation programs. Oversee well installation and sampling, while communicating with Project Managers. Handle data management, evaluation, and report writing for investigations and closures.
Interpret data, conduct analyses, and ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations. Expect greater than 50% travel time, including driving and overnight stays to project locations. Work flexibly across diverse projects in a global team of nearly 50,000 professionals.
Join a team driven by the purpose to deliver a better world through infrastructure projects. Demonstrate a positive attitude, willingness to mentor junior staff, and commitment to workplace health and safety. Preference for Bakersfield base, with consideration for Central Valley locations.
Requirements
- Bachelor of Science degree in geology or relevant geological science discipline (e.g., geophysics, hydrogeology, or geochemistry)
- 4+ years of experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education
- Valid U.S. Driver’s License
- Professional Geologist License or Geologist in Training Certificate
- Familiarity with common drilling techniques for environmental work
- Current OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER certification
- Knowledge of RCRA or CERCLA processes
- Experience with local regulatory agencies
Responsibilities
- Manage field-based tasks of environmental investigation and remediation programs
- Oversee and lead well installation and sampling tasks
- Communicate with Project Managers on field activities
- Perform data management, evaluation and report writing
- Draft environmental investigation and closure reports
- Interpret and record data, conduct analyses, and ensure compliance with regulations
- Travel to project locations greater than 50% of the time including driving and overnight stays
- Mentor junior staff and commit to workplace health and safety
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision benefits
- Life, AD&D, disability benefits
- Paid time off and leaves of absence
- Flexible work options
- Well-being resources
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