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SalaryOur Baton Rouge office Risk Assessment, Remediation, and Waste Group is seeking a mid or senior-level Environmental Geologist. The role will include field and office work as dictated by various project needs and objectives. The successful candidate will participate in a variety of challenging environmental projects, interacting with our Professional Geologists, Professional Engineers, Chemists, Toxicologist, and Senior Scientists. The continued professional development of our employees is of great importance to our firm and this position offers many opportunities for career growth.
Responsibilities
- Lead field investigations including drilling oversight; soil logging; soil, sediment, groundwater, and surface water sampling; aquifer testing; monitoring well installation, well development, purging and sampling;
- Conduct groundwater monitoring programs;
- Manage remediation projects;
- Lead Phase I and II environmental site assessments;
- Prepare work plans and technical reports;
- Manage data interpretation and preparation of figures, data tables, trend graphs, etc.; and
- Assist with solid and hazardous waste permitting.
Qualifications
- Master’s or bachelor’s degree in Geology or Engineering;
- A minimum of 5 years working as an environmental consultant with experience in soil and groundwater investigation and remediation, and groundwater monitoring programs;
- Familiarity with LDEQ’s Risk Evaluation/Corrective Action Program;
- Commitment to obtain professional registration (P.G.) within 1-2 years;
- Project management experience;
- Proficient technical writing skills;
- Proficiency with MS Office programs;
- Proficient mathematical and computer skills;
- Experience with groundwater statistical analyses software e.g., Sanitas, a plus;
- Experience with soil boring software e.g., LogPlot, a plus
- Experience with AutoCAD, ESRI Arcview a plus;
- Willingness and ability to travel to project sites out of the area (approximately 25% travel including some overnight stays);
- Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously and maintain successful client relationships;
- Must be able to satisfy all Drug & Alcohol, Health & Safety, and Security requirements including obtaining a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) card;
- This position requires the use of a company vehicle. Candidate must be at least 21 years of age with a clean driving record, and able to safely operate a full-size pickup truck; and
- Eager to excel as an individual and in a team environment.
