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Entry-Level Geologist

Lensa
Greenville, SC Full Time
POSTED ON 11/18/2025 CLOSED ON 12/17/2025

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Company Description

Work with Us. Change the World.

At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.

There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.

We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.

Job Description

AECOM is seeking an Entry-Level Geologist for the Greenville, SC office to support soil and groundwater investigations and remediation projects in accordance with Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act (CERCLA), the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA), various South Carolina Department of Environmental Services (SCDES) and North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality (NCDEQ) programs and other regulatory agencies.

The selected candidate will conduct field tasks, including site investigations, drilling oversight, soil and groundwater sample collection, and related work. The candidate may also provide office support for data management, report preparation, and maintain the required AECOM-related documentation and forms.

This position is expected to begin as soon as possible.

The responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to:

  • Conducting environmental field work, including water level measurements and collection of soil, groundwater, soil gas, surface water and pore water samples in addition to field parameters. Recording of remediation system data, soil logging, and oversight of field surveys, well installation oversight, well development, and utility clearance for intrusive operations.
  • Field document preparation, field data collection, processing, and interpretation.
  • Supporting office tasks, including data analysis and report preparation.
  • Interpret and record data, conduct analyses, compare findings to relevant studies and local, state, and federal regulations to ensure compliance.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Geology or related field.
  • Must have a valid U.S driver’s license and as a condition of employment, must be able to pass AECOM’s Motor Vehicle Records review.
  • Due to the nature of the work, U.S. Citizenship is required.
  • Ability to lift and carry 50 pounds and safely drive a full-size pickup truck.
  • As a condition of employment, candidates must be able to obtain and maintain medical clearance for driving and wearing a respirator.
  • As a condition of employment, selected candidate must pass a substance abuse test.
  • Ability to travel up to 60-80% for fieldwork. Ability to travel out-of-State to complete field work. This position is based in Columbia, South Carolina and will require some overnight travel.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Technical skills including Database, GIS, CAD, visualization software skills are preferred.
  • OSHA 40-hr Hazardous Waste Operations Training.
  • Proficient computer skills: Word, Excel, ArcGIS, EQuIS are desirable.
  • Excellent oral or written communication skills.

Additional Information

  • Relocation assistance is not available for this position.
  • This role will involve travel around Greenville, SC and surrounding area. Knowledge and experience navigating Greenville, SC and surrounding area is an advantage.

Offered rate of compensation will be based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. The range for this position is $55000 to $65000.

About AECOM

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2024. Learn more at aecom.com.

What Makes AECOM a Great Place To Work

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community—where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

ReqID: J10138443

Business Line: Environment

Business Group: DCS

Strategic Business Unit: East

Career Area: Science

Work Location Model: On-Site

Compensation: USD 55000 - USD 65000 - yearly

If you have questions about this posting, please contact support@lensa.com

Salary : $55,000 - $65,000

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