Geologist I
Who We Are
Quality Work. Quality Results.
Bay West stands at the forefront of the environmental consulting and remediation sector. Our dedication to safety, innovation, and our skilled team has driven us for over fifty years, delivering top-tier environmental consulting, industrial, and emergency response services. At Bay West, you'll be driven to innovate and make a real impact on environmental issues, all while advancing your career in a dynamic and supportive environment.
This Opportunity
We are seeking a Geologist I to join our team! As a geologist, you will conduct environmental sampling, interpret geological data, and provide insights to support various projects.
Your Key Responsibilities
- Conduct field work as requested, to include out-of-town travel for up to two weeks at a time, multiple times a year
- Read/understand SOPs and obtain training on specific field tasks, required
- Accurately and efficiently conduct environmental sampling (air, water, soil, sediment) in accordance with the supplied work plan and SOPs with minimal oversight
- Assist Site Supervisor in various highway construction projects as well as conducting roadway preconstruction investigations
- Assist in the correct installation of soil borings, monitoring wells, recovery wells (vapor phase and water) and treatment systems
- Accurately and efficiently log soil cores/cuttings and prepare geologic boring logs and descriptions under supervisor of a Site Supervisor
- Oversee the proper excavation of contaminated soil during remediation and construction projects under supervision of a Site Supervisor
- Organize, digitize, and file field notes in Document Locator in a timely manner
- Utilize and maintain field equipment in accordance with Bay West SOPs
- Help resolve problems as they arise in the field
- Manage schedule and relationships to maintain utilization goals and complete activities within promised time frames
- Demonstrate competency with most field activities, including various methods of drilling, soil, and groundwater sampling
- Assist in overseeing drilling and excavation crews, including conducting health and safety tailgate meetings and directing field crews
- Enter field and laboratory data
- Requires Excel skills
- Attention to detail is critical
- Summarize field methods and results
- Technical services – Geology/Hydrogeologic Analysis
- Help prepare well log summaries
- Assist with Emergency Response activities for one week once every 6 to 8 weeks.
Who You Are
Required Qualifications
- Bachelors – Geology, Earth Sciences, or Related (must meet education requirements to obtain professional geologist licensure)
- Minimum zero to one years of experience in Geology role
- Ability to work on military installations
- Ability to employ common field practices involving drilling, groundwater sampling, and excavation oversight
- Ability to read and understand maps, schematic drawings, diagrams, and instruction manuals
- Proficiency using Word and Excel applications
- Reliable means of transportation on a 24-hour basis
Preferred Qualifications
- Active OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER certification and any applicable refreshers
- Experience with field equipment such as water quality monitoring instruments, photoionization detectors (PIDs), and global positioning systems (GPS) units
- Knowledge of state and federal environmental regulations and laws, including, but not limited to, Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) cleanup guidance and United States Environmental Protection Agency (USEPA) Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act (CERCLA), and Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA)
- Minnesota Asbestos Inspector Certification
- Passed the Fundamental of Geology (FG) exam
Benefits
Bay West offers a comprehensive benefits package available to eligible employees, including but not limited to paid time off, health insurance options, ancillary benefits to support life at all stages, 401(k), employee assistance programs, and subsidies for professional development.
Bay West is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
