Job Title: Assistant Geologist

Job Description

The Assistant Geologist will assist on a variety of environmental-based tasks as required by different projects including federal, state, local, and commercial clients. This position is responsible for field sampling, investigations, and report writing.

Responsibilities

• Assist with field-related activities including logging soils, air monitoring during investigation and remediation activities, installation of groundwater monitoring wells, and collection of soil and groundwater samples for laboratory analysis.
• Assess soil and groundwater data, develop soil and groundwater sampling plans, and compile data for soil, air, and groundwater analytical results.
• Assist with proposal and report writing for environmental-based projects.
• Coordinate and schedule subcontractors for field investigation activities and assist with site remediation planning and implementation.
• Coordinate laboratory analysis appropriate to the proper identification and evaluation of samples.
• Conduct on-site field monitoring to document compliance with various federal, state, and local permit requirements during project construction.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Comply with all policies and standards.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor's Degree in Geology or related Environmental degree required.
• Basic knowledge in standard geological techniques, principles, and procedures.
• Basic knowledge of the Unified Soil Classification System, glacial deposits, hydrogeology, and groundwater sampling.
• Basic knowledge of OSHA, CERCLA, and remedial design.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work methodically and analytically in a quantitative problem-solving environment with demonstrated critical thinking skills.
• Proficient computer skills (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite).
• Valid driver's license.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Minimum of a 3.0 GPA strongly preferred.
• Involvement on campus or in the community preferred.
• Prior internship and/or related consulting experience, including hazardous site assessment experience such as Phase I, Phase II, and remediation preferred.
• Basic knowledge in ArcGIS, RockWare, and Adobe Illustrator preferred.
• Strong attention to detail, facilitation, team building, collaboration, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated leadership skills.
• OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER training preferred.

Work Environment

The work environment includes field, lab, and office settings. The role involves working in a large engineering firm that influences community infrastructure and environmental sustainability.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $29.00 - $31.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Wichita,KS.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 2, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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Salary : $29 - $31