Geologist (Entry-Level)

Responsibilities

• Perform field explorations, collect samples, construction observation, geologic reconnaissance, mapping, and preparing field reports.
• Experience with drilling techniques including hollow stem auger, down-hole bucket auger, rotary coring.
• Organize laboratory data, conduct limited soil index property laboratory testing, and report data.
• Interact and communicate with subcontractors, clients, and staff at all levels.
• Assist with business development and marketing activities, including preparation of cost proposals.
• Follow Shannon & Wilson’s Quality Assurance policy.
• Follow and promote Shannon & Wilson’s Health & Safety and Loss Prevention policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Requirements

• MS Degree in Geology or Engineering Geology, supported by a BS degree in Geology or Engineering Geology, preferred.
• 0 to 6 years of experience as a Geologist, including soil sampling and some testing experience.
• Have taken or are prepared to take LG exam.
• Experience in geologic interpretation using soil and rock samples retrieved from explorations, soil classifications, Puget Sound geology, and glacial geology.
• Experience with application to geotechnical engineering practice (rock mechanics experience a plus) and observation of earthwork, pile/shaft foundation and retaining structure construction a plus.

Benefits

• Employee stock ownership
• Medical, prescription, vision, dental, long-term care and life insurance plans
• Pre-tax health and daycare FSA
• Profit sharing and 401(k) plans with annual safe-harbor contributions
• 10 - 20 paid vacation days per year for full-time employees, based on years of experience (prorated for part-time employment)
• Sick leave accrues based on state requirements
• 9 paid holidays per year + 1 personal holiday
• Paid volunteer day
• Paid time off for bereavement and jury duty
• Two weeks of paid parental leave
• Lunch & Live wellness webinars and an Employee Assistance Program
• Mentorship Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Free parking

Pay

Level Placement Typically, depending on an applicant’s education, experience, other qualifications they possess, if they are a fit for the company and local office culture, and the current business needs, an Entry-Level Geologist typically would be placed at a Shannon & Wilson Professional I, II, III, or IV level.

Schedule

Not specified

Qualifications

Not specified

Skills

Not specified

Benefits

• Employee stock ownership
• Medical, prescription, vision, dental, long-term care and life insurance plans
• Pre-tax health and daycare FSA
• Profit sharing and 401(k) plans with annual safe-harbor contributions
• 10 - 20 paid vacation days per year for full-time employees, based on years of experience (prorated for part-time employment)
• Sick leave accrues based on state requirements
• 9 paid holidays per year + 1 personal holiday
• Paid volunteer day
• Paid time off for bereavement and jury duty
• Two weeks of paid parental leave
• Lunch & Live wellness webinars and an Employee Assistance Program
• Mentorship Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Free parking

Shannon & Wilson is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Shannon & Wilson participates in the E-Verify program