Geologist Assistant

One Tech Engineering is searching for a Geologist Assistant for a position located in Wichita, Kansas. The Geologist Assistant will assist on a variety of environmental based tasks as required by the project including federal, state, local, and commercial clients They are also responsible for field sampling, investigations, and report writing.

The candidate must be a US Citizen or a green card holder, the position is not eligible for sponsorship. The candidate should have a bachelor’s degree in Geology or related Environmental degree.

Local candidates preferred or open to relocation. This is not a remote position.

Geologist Assistant Responsibilities

• Assist with field related activities including logging soils, air monitoring during investigation and remediation activities, installation of groundwater monitoring wells, collection of soil and groundwater samples for laboratory analysis, and collection of soil for physical testing.
• Assist in assessing soil and groundwater data, developing soil and groundwater sampling plans, data compilation for soil, air and groundwater analytical results.
• Assist with proposal and report writing for environmental based projects.
• Assist in coordinating and scheduling subcontractors for field investigation activities and assisting with site remediation planning and implementation.
• Assist in coordinating laboratory analysis appropriate to the proper identification and evaluation of samples.
• Assist with on-site field monitoring to document compliance with various federal, state, and local permit requirements during project construction.
  
  

Requirements of the Geologist Assistant:

• Bachelor’s degree in Geology or related Environmental degree required.
• Prior internship and/or related consulting experience.
• Previous internship experience, including hazardous site assessment experience, such as Phase I, Phase II and remediation preferred.
• Basic knowledge in standard geological techniques, principles and procedures.
• Basic knowledge of the Unified Soil Classification System. glacial deposits, hydrogeology and ground water sampling.
• Basic knowledge of OSHA, CERCLA and remedial design.
• Excellent written & verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work methodically and analytically in a quantitative problem-solving environment and demonstrated critical thinking skills.
• Proficient computer skills (e.g. Microsoft Office Suite).
• Basic knowledge in ArcGIS, RockWare, and Adobe Illustrator preferred.
• Strong attention to detail, facilitation, team building, collaboration, organization and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated leadership skills.
• Valid driver's license.
• OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER training is preferred.