What are the responsibilities and job description for the Staff Geologist position at NV5?
Overview
NV5 is a provider of engineering and consulting services to public and private sector clients, delivering solutions through six business verticals: Testing, Inspection & Consulting; Infrastructure; Utility Services; Environmental Health Sciences; Buildings & Program Management; and Geospatial Technology. With offices nationwide and abroad, NV5 helps clients plan, design, build, test, certify, and operate projects that improve the communities where we live and work.
As engineers, architects, construction/program managers, environmental professionals and beyond, we play a significant role in shaping our communities through the services we provide. We are looking for passionate, driven individuals to join our team focused on Delivering Solutions and Improving Lives.
The Staff Geologist/Hydrogeologist will provide field and office technical support for the characterization and evaluation of potentially contaminated properties.
Responsibilities
Specific tasks will include conducting soil, sol vapor, and groundwater investigations, conducting site historical research, data management and evaluation, oversight during remedial construction, and preparation of work plans and reports.
- Conducting Phase I/II Environmental Site Assessments pursuant to ASTM standards
- Supervision of the installation, development, and sampling of groundwater monitoring wells;
- Groundwater, soil and soil vapor sampling and analysis;
- Management and evaluation of analytical data using Excel and/or Access database software;
- Work plan preparation and report writing;
- Good communication and teamwork skills, and practical problem solving abilities;
- 40-hour OSHA HAZWOPER training certificate with current 8 hr. refresher; and
- Washington State UST Assessor license a plus.
Qualifications
- B.S. degree in Geology and/or Hydrogeology and 0 to 3 years of related experience.
- Valid WA driver’s license.
- Successful candidate will either have or have the desire to pursue future licensure as a GIT and LG licenses.
The pay range for this Washington position is $74, 000- $85,000 per year; based on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience of the candidate. NV5 may provide restricted stock units, sign-on bonuses, stay bonuses, or relocation allowances as part of the compensation package. Medical, dental, and vision insurance are also offered to full-time employees, along with Flexible Spending Accounts and Health Savings Accounts, with employee and employer contributions. 3 weeks of Paid Time Off a year for full-time employees along with 8 paid holidays a year. 401(k) savings plan; Company Paid Basic life insurance and accidental death and dismemberment insurance; Company Paid Short-term and long-term disability insurance are also provided. More information can be found via hyperlink here. This information is provided per the salary transparency provisions of the Washington Equal Pay and Opportunities Act. Base pay information is based on market location. Applicants should apply via the NV5 careers site.
NV5 offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including medical, dental, life insurance, PTO, 401(k) and professional development/advancement opportunities.
NV5 provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. NV5 complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
Salary : $85,000
