Field Geologist - Environmental

Job Description

The Terracon San Antonio Office is looking for a new member to join our successful and growing environmental site assessment team. Submit your application to join a truly dynamic group of individuals and achieve your growth potential with encouragement from our management team.

• Conduct Phase II Environmental Site Assessments and Limited Site Investigations to determine presence/absence of contamination in soil, groundwater, soil vapor, surface water, and sediment.
• Conduct groundwater monitoring at permitted sites.
• Log and classify soil following standard practices and methods.
• Conduct geologic field mapping.
• Evaluate and interpret subsurface field and sampling data including soil and groundwater to develop conclusions concerning the environmental and geologic site conditions.
• Generate subsurface maps and cross-sections and collaborate with engineering and environmental scientist staff on projects.
• Prepare written plans and reports related to site investigation and remediation activities.
• Participate in client meetings under the direct supervision of the Project Manager.

• Follow safety rules, guidelines, and standards for all projects. Participate in pre-task planning activities.
• Maintain quality standards on tasks performed and prepared deliverables.
• Perform site visits, field observations, and field data collection or assignments.
• Assist in the collection and analysis of data from sampling, reports, maps, drawings, tests, and aerial photographs to evaluate, plan, and permit projects.
• Conduct water, soil, and other sampling.
• Implement technical requirements to complete client projects by directing field staff to sample, test, and collect data and/or document site activities.
• Outline required investigative program(s) by selecting the proper alternative techniques to conduct site studies in field of expertise.

• Bachelor’s degree in Geology, Hydrogeology, or related field and a minimum of 1-year related experience.
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable violation history.
• Field Geologist position is primarily a field-work role with in-office work at other times.

• Geologist-in-Training or Professional Geoscientist licensed in Texas, or the ability to obtain within 12 months of onboarding.
• 40-hour OSHA HAZWOPER Training
• Geographic information systems (GIS)
• Microsoft Excel and Word.

Terracon is a 100 percent employee-owned multidiscipline consulting firm comprised of more than 8,000 curious minds focused on solving engineering and technical challenges from more than 200 locations nationwide. Since 1965, Terracon has evolved into a successful multi-discipline firm specializing in environmental, facilities, geotechnical, and materials services. Terracon’s growth is due to our talented employee-owners exceeding expectations in client service and growing their careers with new and exciting opportunities in the marketplace.

Terracon’s vision of “Together, we are best at people” is demonstrated through our excellent compensation and benefits package. Based on eligibility, role and job status, we offer many programs including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan, paid time off and holidays, education reimbursement, and various bonus programs.

Terracon is an EEO employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment, or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, or military status.