Junior Geologist

Responsibilities

• Support CCR site investigations including soil and groundwater sampling
• Aid with monitoring well installation, development, and documentation
• Plan and participate in field programs, including coordination with subcontractors and laboratories
• Process and analyze environmental data
• Prepare technical documents such as sampling plans, field reports, and monitoring reports
• Support data interpretation and contribute to project deliverables
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams of scientists and engineers
• Coordinate field logistics, scheduling, and equipment needs
• Develop and adhere to Health and Safety Plans and promote a culture of safety
• Travel to project sites up to ~25-50% of the time

Requirements

• BS in geology, environmental science, environmental engineering, or related field
• 0–5 years of relevant experience (consulting experience and/or experience with CCR preferred)
• Experience with soil and groundwater sampling and field data collection (or strong interest in fieldwork)
• Familiarity with environmental data analysis and reporting
• Strong technical writing and communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks
• Willingness to travel and work in field settings
• Commitment to safety, quality, and client service
• 40-hour HAZWOPER certification (or willingness to obtain)

Qualifications

• Familiarity with CCR regulations and groundwater monitoring programs
• Experience coordinating field activities (e.g., drillers, sampling crews)
• Exposure to data analysis tools (e.g., Python, R, or similar)

Skills

Technical writing and communication skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks
Willingness to travel and work in field settings
Commitment to safety, quality, and client service
40-hour HAZWOPER certification (or willingness to obtain)

Benefits

• Annual Bonus
• Billable Time Bonus
• Spot Bonus
• Milestone Anniversary Bonus
• Receiving Professional License/Certification Bonus
• Peer-reviewed Publication Bonus
• Employee Referral Bonus

Base Level Benefits

• Healthcare: Medical, dental, vision, basic life and AD&D insurance
• Paid Company and Floating Holidays: 7 paid company and 2 floating holidays annually
• Vacation: minimum 2 weeks accrued paid vacation based on length of service. Vacation may vary by level
• Sick and Safe Time: 80 hours annually
• Retirement Plan: 401k plan with an employer match

Additional Information

We work hard to embrace diversity and inclusion. As an equal opportunity employer, Anchor QEA is committed to a diverse, multi-cultural work environment. Anchor QEA does not discriminate in employment based on age, race, creed, gender, religion, marital status, veteran’s status, national origin, disability or sexual orientation.