Field Geologist
Field Geologist
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07-04-2025
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07-04-2025
Job Description
Now Hiring: Field Geologist Road Warrior Wanted!
Are you ready to take your geology career to the next level Do you thrive in the field traveling to diverse project sites and getting handson experience If so we want YOU on our team!
What Youll Do:
Travel to project sites and conduct handson technical fieldwork
Locate observe and log borings probes and test pits from plan layouts
Participate in drilling and sampling operations using manual and poweroperated augering equipment
Install read and interpret field instruments (observation wells inclinometers etc.
Monitor field activities to ensure compliance with project objectives and safety standards
Work closely with subcontractors suppliers and client representatives to achieve project success
Identify and report potential risks scope changes and project challenges to leadership
Maintain a strong safetyfirst mindset following all company and industry regulations
The Ideal Candidate:
A true road warriorexcited to travel and work in the field
Detailoriented with strong problemsolving skills
Comfortable working outdoors in various conditions
A team player who communicates effectively with clients and colleagues
Passionate about geology and eager to learn through handson experience
Why Join Us
Competitive pay & benefits
Handson training and career development
Opportunity to work on impactful projects
A dynamic work environment where no two days are the same!
Ready to hit the road and make an impact Apply today and become an essential part of our geotechnical team!
Job Responsibilities:
- Locate observe and log field borings probes and test pits from plan layouts.
- Participate in drilling and sampling operations using manual or poweroperated hand augering equipment.
- Install read and interpret field instruments such as observation wells inclinometers etc.
- Perform observations of field activities for compliance with project objectives and prepare reports documenting activities.
- Practice loss prevention techniques.
- Provide liaison with subcontractors suppliers and client representatives to achieve satisfactory field operations.
- Is responsible for alerting the project leader or supervisor of difficulties encountered cost and time overruns change in scope requested by the client potential liability exposure or any other matter pertinent to the satisfactory completion of the project.
- Project a positive image of the Firm in all professional/personal contacts.
- Conduct activities safely and healthily and work in accordance with established safety and company requirements
- Conducts all work in a manner that demonstrates that safety is a core value.
- Follows UES safety plans programs policies and procedures.
- Conducts periodic job site safety observations.
- Participates in group safety meetings and job site tailgate safety meetings.
- Completes assigned safety training.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
- Bachelors degree in Geology or Civil Engineering
- Must have a strong work ethic and the ability to assess and react to project situations.
- Good oral and written communication skills including good technical writing capabilities.
- An ability for accuracy and detail in performing technical observations.
- Ability to effectively use computers.
- Ability to use initiative and work independently within the limitations of experience
- Knowledge of various exploratory and laboratory techniques.
About UES
Universal Engineering Sciences UES is a rapidly growing engineering and consulting firm with nearly 60 years of expertise in geotechnical engineering construction materials testing building code compliance threshold inspections and environmental consulting. With 3800 professionals across 80 branches in highgrowth U.S. markets UES serves public and private clients across industries such as transportation healthcare commercial residential and education.
As an industry pioneer UES is at the forefront of emerging technology and best practices delivering precise professional and innovative solutions. Our dedicated team of engineers geologists inspectors scientists and drillers is committed to excellence and longterm client success.
At UES we STRIVE to uphold our core values:
Safety Our top priority in every project
Teamwork Collaboration drives success
Responsiveness Quick and effective solutions
Integrity Honesty and ethical practices
Value Delivering quality and efficiency
Excellence Setting the industry standard
As we continue to expand these values serve as our north star guiding our mission to shape the future of engineering and consulting.
Mission
We are trusted engineering partners enabling the construction community through responsive expert problem solving.
We strive to be the leading environmental inspection testing and engineering firm by ensuring the safety integrity and sustainability of our communitys land foundations and structures from development to redevelopment.
EEOC Statement
UES is committed to embracing diversity equity and inclusion to create a workplace that welcomes and thrives on the unique experiences perspectives and contributions of all team members. UES is bringing the best people and most diverse talent forward to drive growth innovate and think bigger!
Disclaimer
This job description is not intended to list the full scope of duties and responsibilities for this position. Other duties may be assigned. Employment is at will meaning that employment may be ended by either the employee or Company at any time for any reason with or without notice. Any offer of employment is contingent upon the applicant successfully completing preemployment testing for this position.
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