Geologist

At APTIM, we come to work each day knowing that we are making an impact on the world. Our work spans from safeguarding and maintaining critical infrastructure to helping communities recover from natural disasters, from empowering our armed forces and first responders to reducing carbon and energy use, and from making cities more resilient against the threats of climate change to restoring contaminated ecological systems.

Job Overview

APTIM is pleased to announce an immediate opening for a Mid-Level Geologist to support our exciting portfolio of projects. This position would be for APTIM's Solid Waste Services Division, with regional hubs in Concord, CA; Dallas, TX; Pittsburgh, PA and St. Louis, MO. We provide the following services to both the public and private sectors:

• Local siting and zoning,
• Facility design and permitting,
• Stormwater modeling and management plan development,
• Construction oversight,
• Operations and maintenance,
• Hydrogeologic and geotechnical investigations,
• Environmental compliance audits,
• Facility closure and redevelopment plans,
• Solid waste planning and public education, and
• Environmental site assessments and remediation.
  
  

Our philosophy centers on developing and maintaining a culture of mutual respect and honesty, where people listen generously and speak straight. At APTIM, you can expect countless opportunities to learn, develop business and leadership skills, and engage on a multitude of projects.

What You Can Expect From APTIM

• Work that is worthy of your time and talent
• Respect and flexibility to live a full life at work and at home
• Dogged determination to deliver for our clients and communities
• A voice in making our company better
  
  

Key Responsibilities

• Preparing site investigation plans and sampling plans for the characterization of soils, rock and groundwater on a site.
• Preparing groundwater monitoring plans
• Performing statistical analysis calculations
• Preparing reports and specifications, supporting facility design and permitting
• Conducting field inspections, soil, leachate and groundwater sampling and testing, and construction quality assurance
• Performing the physical work and the ability to lift 50 pounds will be required
• Understanding applicable regulatory requirements
• Performing detailed technical analyses of complex issues
• Developing scopes and budgets
• Providing investigation oversight
• Collaborating with other team members
• Assisting project managers
• Attending client meetings
• Providing other duties as required
  
  

Basic Qualifications

• BS/MS Geology or Geological Engineering
• 4 to 8 years of experience
• Ability to work on multidisciplinary projects
• Excellent oral & written communication skills
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Self-starter and problem solver
• Excellent organizational skills
• Develops competence in own area by performing routine work
• Geologist in Training (GIT) designation from the ASBOG
• Experience in ArcGIS
• OSHA 40 -- hour training plus required refreshers
  
  

Desired Qualifications

• Knowledge of federal and state environmental regulations, a plus
• Knowledge of landfill operations and solid waste projects, a plus
• Professional/Registered Geologist (PG/RG) License, a plus
  
  

Who We Are And What We Do

APTIM is a global industry leader headquartered in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. With more than 4,000 employees worldwide, APTIM specializes in critical infrastructure, technical and data solutions, program management, environmental services, resilience, as well as sustainability and energy solutions. Our dedicated people have the proven experience and expertise to provide integrated services and solutions to government agencies, commercial, industrial, and energy customers. APTIM is committed to accelerating the transition toward a clean and efficient energy economy, building a sustainable future for our communities and the natural world, and creating an inclusive equitable environment that celebrates the diversity of our people.

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