What are the responsibilities and job description for the Geologist position at ELOS, an Aventia Company?
Environmental Professional Geologist
Environmental Consulting | Phase I & II ESA | LDEQ RECAP
Build Your Career Where Fieldwork Meets Environmental Impact
ELOS Environmental, LLC, an Aventia Company, is looking for an Environmental Geologist who enjoys combining hands-on fieldwork, technical problem-solving, and environmental consulting.
This is an opportunity to work on meaningful environmental projects involving Phase I Environmental Site Assessments, Phase II Subsurface Investigations, soil and groundwater investigations, and Louisiana Department of Environmental Quality (LDEQ) RECAP projects.
At ELOS, you'll be part of an experienced environmental team helping clients navigate complex regulatory and environmental challenges while continuing to build your technical expertise.
What You'll Do
You'll have the opportunity to work across both the field and technical sides of environmental consulting, including:
- Perform Phase I Environmental Site Assessments (ESAs)
- Conduct Phase II subsurface investigations in accordance with LDEQ RECAP requirements
- Support the preparation of RECAP reports and MO-1/MO-2 evaluations
- Install and log soil borings and monitoring wells
- Collect soil and groundwater samples using standard environmental field practices
- Perform slug testing and other field investigations
- Analyze, process, and interpret soil, groundwater, and other environmental data
- Apply geology and earth science knowledge to interpret field observations and site conditions
- Prepare clear, accurate technical reports and environmental documentation
- Organize project data, field notes, scientific documentation, and supporting files
- Coordinate and communicate with regulatory personnel regarding project information and correspondence
- Collaborate with project managers and team members to keep projects moving forward
- Travel locally to project sites and perform outdoor fieldwork in varying weather conditions
Qualifications:
What You Bring
- Bachelor's degree or higher in Geology, Earth Sciences, Geophysics, Engineering, or a related discipline
- Hands-on environmental field experience
- Experience with soil borings, monitoring wells, sampling, well logging, and/or slug testing
- Strong technical writing, organization, and data interpretation skills
- Ability to work independently in the field while collaborating effectively with a project team
- Ability and willingness to perform outdoor fieldwork and physical activities associated with environmental investigations
- Ability to travel locally as project needs require
We'd Really Like to See
- LDEQ RECAP (Risk Evaluation/Corrective Action Program) experience
- Experience preparing or supporting RECAP reports
- Experience completing RECAP MO-1 and MO-2 evaluations
- Louisiana environmental consulting or regulatory experience
- Phase I and Phase II ESA experience
- Soil and groundwater investigation experience
License/Certification
- Professional Geologist (PG) registration required, or demonstrated ability and commitment to obtain PG registration within 12 months of hire.
Why ELOS?
At ELOS Environmental, we combine technical expertise with a practical, responsive approach to environmental consulting. Our professionals work directly with clients, project teams, and regulatory agencies to solve real environmental challenges.
Benefits
ELOS offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, well-being, and future, including:
- 401(k) with company match
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
If you're ready to take the next step in your environmental career and want a role where you can get into the field, develop technically, and make a visible contribution to projects, we'd like to hear from you.