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Staff Geologist 1 Portland, OR, United States | req2150 Find your path and enjoy the journey at Haley & Aldrich . With us, you’ll tackle clients’ most meaningful challenges in the built and natural environments – and, in turn, build stronger communities. You’ll work with teams of passionate colleagues, driven by a commitment to technical excellence and continuous learning. As a company, we aim to build a world where communities go beyond resilience, embracing change as an opportunity to enhance safety, well-being, and quality of life.
Join us to accelerate this vision and your professional development. Come join a diverse and talented team here at Haley & Aldrich as a Staff Geologist 1 . Take advantage of the opportunity to be part of an exciting, growing office and be a valued member of a nationwide administrative team across the country. We are a dynamic company with many different service areas, and we value and support internal growth and development.
This is a full-time position located in our Portland, Oregon office. DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES In this position, you will: Conduct field investigations and assessments of soil, groundwater, surface water, etc. using approved industry standard procedures. Use the results of field investigations such as subsurface explorations, monitoring well construction, field sampling and other work to support site characterization.
Conduct basic construction observation, including quality control documentation and field testing tasks. Prepare and maintain accurate and detailed documentation of activities both in the field and during data evaluation. Apply academic training and use computer software to perform calculations and evaluation of information. Draft technical sections of project communications and reports. Assist with the development of technical scopes of work and cost estimating for proposal efforts on small- to medium-sized project opportunities.
Assist with the collection, documentation, and organization of field data in accordance with project specific plans. Perform all work in accordance with company and client health and safety protocols. Demonstrate the company’s foundational safety behaviors. SKILLS/EXPERIENCE Minimum Skills and Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in Geology or related field. 0 to 2 years of related experience. Proficient technical writing, verbal communication, reasoning, and time management skills.
Able to work independently or with minimal direction in performing tasks and assignments under the direction of senior staff. Desire to learn and grow in their profession, demonstrate a positive attitude, strong work ethic, resourcefulness, flexibility, and ownership. Familiar with environmental analytical testing and data reduction techniques for soil, water, and air. Strong problem-solving skills and aptitude to work with sampling equipment in the field.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite software. Able to meet the physical requirements of the position: lift 50 lbs., traverse unstable/sloping sites and landscapes, work outside in a range of weather conditions, and have the stamina for moderate physical activity for the majority of field working hours. Able to travel to work locations that will require overnight stays. Preferred Skills: OSHA 40-Hour HAZWOPER training.
The salary range for this position in Portland, Oregon is $62,000-$72,000 . Actual compensation will be based upon a variety of factors such as education, related work experience, certificates, skills, and current market conditions. Haley & Aldrich reviews salary ranges each quarter to assess competitiveness with the market. About Haley & Aldrich Haley & Aldrich is committed to delivering the value our clients need from their capital, operations, and environmental projects.
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