Location: Greenville, SC / Aiken, SC / Idaho Falls, ID
Title: Geologist
Schedule (FT/PT): Regular Full Time
Travel Required: Yes (50-75%)
Clearance: Ability to Obtain

North Wind Site Services is focused on providing engineering, program management, environmental remediation services including investigation and characterization, environmental restoration, unexploded ordnance/military munitions response (MMRP), regulatory public involvement services, environmental compliance, logistics, and records and facility management.


POSITION PURPOSE:
This Geologist shall provide support for our environmental investigation and remediation projects across the country. Primary responsibilities will be to support environmental projects at the DOE facilities across the country (I.E. Savannah River Site – SC, Los Alamos – NM), DOD customers, USACE customers, and private sector customers. Must have experience with a variety soil/groundwater sampling techniques, drilling oversight including lithologic logging, and CERCLA and RCRA remedial investigations/remedial actions. Candidate must be able to work independently as the lead geologist in the field at the project site. Candidate must have strong verbal skill to communicate with client and project stakeholders. Travel required 50-80%.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Field duties will include DPT and rotosonic drilling oversight of investigative and remedial projects.Office duties will include data analysis and field summary report writing.Extended overnight travel and the ability to obtain a federal site badge are required.Manage all field geological aspects of environmental projects for federal and state government, and commercial clients.Responsible for management of project documents.Organize and lead project teams in the successful completion of project tasks.Participate in field efforts as needed to support the successful execution of projects.Analyzing project needs and establishing appropriate project priorities.Analyzing and evaluating technical environmental data to ensure completeness and accuracy.Assisting in developing more junior staff in technical and consulting excellence.

ADDITIONAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Collect data and samples in accordance with approved procedures.Collects and documents soil, air, and/or water samples to determine presence and quantity of contaminates.Prepares sample for testing, records in situ data, and logs daily activities.Field duties will include Direct Push Technology, Hollow Stem Auger, and Roto-Sonic drilling rig oversight.Office duties include data management and documentation organization.Participate in field efforts as needed to support the successful execution of projects.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education and Experience:

Bachelor’s Degree in a geology, environmental science or a geological related field Must have a minimum of 5 years of related geology experience in the environmental field.Experience with soil/groundwater sampling, drilling oversight including lithologic logging, and CERCLA and RCRA remedial investigations/remedial actions.Knowledge and experience with drilling oversight including soil borings, monitoring well installations, and monitoring well abandonments. Knowledge and experience with various media (e.g., soil, soil vapor, groundwater), contaminant types, and standard operating procedures for investigation and corrective action.Demonstrated, substantial experience writing technical plans and reports for regulatory review.

Skills and Abilities:

Ability to manage field projects with extensive customer contact.Able to manage field subcontractors.Excellent interpersonal skills; work effectively and cooperatively with all levels of management, staff, and clients, as well as outside business associates.Strong oral and written communication skills; ability to effectively present information and respond effectively and sensitively to questions from clients, managers, staff and the general public.Ability to utilize multiple word-processing and database applications including MS Office applications Word, Excel, and Access.Demonstrated ability to work accurately, follow procedures and schedules, and prioritize multiple tasks.Excellent proof-reading and writing skills.High degree of sensitivity regarding confidential client and employee information.Ability to work independently, as well as part of a team, and make decisions, solve problems, exercise good judgment, work under pressure, and capable of prioritizing workload.

Special Requirements:

Must pass pre-employment background check.Must pass pre-employment drug testing.Must have a valid driver license.Ability to drive a pick-up truck and/or transit van. 40 Hour HAZWOPER with 8-hour refresherAbility to pass U.S. Government employment background check and acquire U.S. Government Personal Identity Verification (PIV) credential card.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Experience working on projects for Department of Defense, Department of Energy, Environmental Protection Agency, or other federal agencies.Working knowledge of the CERCLA and/or RCRA regulatory processes for facility investigation and corrective action.OSHA 30 Hour

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, squat, climb and talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. The employee is often required to use hands or fingers to handle or feel and reach with hands and arms.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT:
The work is conducted both indoors and outdoors. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is normally mild to moderate. The employee will be exposed to moving mechanical equipment, machinery, and vehicles. The employee must be able to stand for long periods and walk across uneven terrain.

North Wind offers a competitive pay and benefits package to include health, life, and disability insurance benefits, 401(k) with company match, generous paid leave and tuition reimbursement for eligible employees. As a company, we are committed to employee wellness, professional development, and work-life balance. We value safety, reliability, and commitment to our people! For more information about our benefits or hiring philosophy, visit the North Wind Career Opportunities Page.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The nature of those accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis. If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, or are limited in the ability or unable to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, you may contact our Helpline +1.208.528.8718 or use the Request for Reasonable Accommodation form to get assistance.

North Wind is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, religion, or other legally protected status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Proof of citizenship will be required as a condition of employment.

Candidates may be required to obtain and hold a Secret or Higher US Government Clearance.