Entry Level Geologist/Environmental Scientist

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Job Description

AECOM is actively seeking an Entry Level Geologist/Environmental Scientist to be based in Germantown, Maryland.

This position is expected to begin in December 2024.

Under the supervision of a Project Manager or senior-level team member, the successful candidate’s responsibilities will include:

• Use on-the-job learning to apply standard field practices and techniques using basic field equipment to collect samples of soil, groundwater, surface water, and sediment; prepare samples for shipping; and complete chain-of-custody or similar paperwork.
• Perform supervised field tasks, such as soil logging, monitoring well installation, slug testing, water level/groundwater gradient surveys, etc.
• Gather and interpret chemical and non-chemical data and other information to be used in the preparation of scientific reports - compiles and organizes environmental data collected by others.
• Prepare basic data and scientific documents and can apply knowledge of natural sciences (hydrology, chemistry, biology, etc.) to explain observations.
• Assist senior-level team members in planning and coordination efforts of field programs.
• Qualified candidates must be comfortable with travel. Field work and out-of-state travel will be required.
• Anticipated division of job-related tasks is about a 75/25 percent split between field and office work with seasonal variability.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Geology or related science.
• Due to the nature of the work, US citizenship is required.
• Valid U.S. Driver’s License required to visit project sites, clients, and other AECOM offices. 
• As a condition of employment, selected candidate must pass a Motor Vehicle Records review.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Has general knowledge of geologic and environmental concepts (e.g., stratigraphy, geological processes, hydrogeology, hydrology, etc.).
• Ability and desire to travel periodically for weeks- to months-long project assignments.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to write clear and grammatically correct technical reports.
• Safety-minded individual with the desire to implement safe working practices and be an active participant in safety kick-off calls and daily “tailgate” safety briefings.
• Experience with basic Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Access, Word, and PowerPoint) and ability to write and to convey complex thoughts and ideas in a clear, concise manner.
• OSHA 40 Hour HAZWOPER Certification or ability to obtain one within 2 months of hire.
• Ability to safely drive a full-size pickup truck.
• Frequently lifting, carrying, and loading field equipment such as sample coolers up to 50 pounds with assistance.
• Frequently moving across a variety of uneven terrains such as mud, rock, grass, dirt, and other unpaved terrains to conduct field work including collection of soil, soil vapor, groundwater, surface water, and sediment.
• Occasionally working in adverse seasonal weather conditions.

Additional Information

• Relocation assistance is not available for this position.
• Candidate will submit to medical surveillance screening upon hire.
• This position requires a hybrid work schedule which includes in office work in Germantown, Maryland. The selected candidate must be available to work in Germantown, Maryland on a scheduled basis.

About AECOM

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