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Geologist

TEKsystems
TEKsystems Salary
Charleston, WV Full Time
POSTED ON 4/9/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/7/2026
Description

A multidisciplinary engineering and consulting firm is seeking a full‑time, entry‑level Geologist to support projects across West Virginia and nearby states. This position will be based out of the company’s main office. As part of the Geotechnical Department, you’ll have the opportunity to develop your career alongside a team of technical specialists working on transportation, environmental, and infrastructure projects for both public and private clients.

The role involves 75%–100% field work, with occasional in‑office tasks between field assignments. Some travel to project sites in surrounding states should be expected.

Typical Responsibilities

  • Overseeing subsurface investigations, including soil and rock sampling, monitoring well installation, and placement of geotechnical instrumentation
  • Assisting with planning and execution of field exploration programs
  • Preparing boring logs and developing geologic cross sections
  • Performing and assigning geotechnical laboratory testing on soil and rock samples
  • Supporting the preparation of work plans, technical reports, and contract documents
  • Providing construction oversight on projects involving earthwork, foundations, excavation support, instrumentation, ground improvement, and pipeline installation
  • Assisting with developing scopes of work, schedules, and budgets for proposals
  • Coordinating and supervising subcontractors during field activities
  • Working collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary project team


Minimum Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Geology, Hydrogeology, or a related field
  • Understanding of fundamental geologic principles and regional stratigraphy
  • 0–5 years of relevant experience
  • Willingness to travel based on project needs and workload
  • Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Basic understanding of scientific methods and field investigation processes


Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Charleston, WV.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $35.00/hr.

Requirements

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 Charleston,WV.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 21, 2026.

h4>About TEKsystems:

We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

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

About TEKsystems And TEKsystems Global Services

We’re a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We’re a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We’re strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We’re building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

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.

Salary : $25 - $35

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