Geologist I

About the role

Join our employee-owned, multi-discipline engineering, surveying, and architectural firm as a Geologist I in Latham, NY. Gain hands-on experience on diverse, impactful projects while growing your technical skills and progressing toward professional licensure.

Responsibilities

• Perform field work: aquifer evaluation and testing, drilling and monitoring well installation observation, soil and/or rock logging, sampling environmental media (e.g., soil, groundwater, air), Phase II Environmental Site Assessments, and observation of various phases and practices of environmental remedial investigations/actions.
• Work both independently and in teams to complete field tasks.
• Coordinate drilling, environmental sampling, laboratory, and various field services.
• Prepare daily field reports and interpret findings.
• Communicate with project managers, subcontractors, regulatory agents, and clients.
• Support technical reporting, compliance plans, and permit applications.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Geology, Hydrogeology, Geosciences, or related discipline.
• One to three (1-3) years of relevant environmental experience, including environmental field work.
• Proactive mindset and solid technical skills.
• Experience with sampling equipment and environmental monitoring tools.
• Strong experience in Microsoft Office programs.
• Ability to frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and navigate diverse terrain.
• Valid driver’s license.

Preferred Qualifications

• Intern Geologist Certificate (Passed the ASBOG Fundamentals of Geology (FG) examination).
• Experience with Surfer®, Win-Situ software, AQTESOLV software and/or other groundwater plotting or modeling packages, ArcGIS, Field Maps, and data management software (e.g., EarthSoft and EQuIS).
• Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response (HAZWOPER) 40-hour training.

Benefits

• Competitive salary & performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive benefits package (health, dental, vision, retirement, etc.).
• Professional development support (training, conferences, certifications).
• Generous paid time off and holidays.
• Opportunities for ownership and meaningful career growth.

Pay

$26.00 - $30.00 per hour, commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Why Join Us

• Diverse, meaningful projects: Work on public- and private-sector and institutional projects that directly impact communities.
• Integrated, multidisciplinary team: Collaborate with in-house experts across engineering, architectural, and surveying disciplines.
• Leadership opportunity: Play a key role in project delivery, client relationships, and technical direction.
• Clear path to advancement: Defined opportunities for progression to supervisory and management roles.
• Supportive, team-oriented culture: Work in an environment that values collaboration, respect, and professional growth.