Job Description

AECOM is actively seeking an Entry Level Geologist to be based in Germantown, Maryland or Arlington, Virginia.

This position is expected to begin in December 2023.

Under the supervision of a Project Manager or senior-level team member, the successful candidate’s responsibilities will include:

• Use on-the-job learning to apply standard field practices and techniques using basic field equipment to collect samples of soil, groundwater, surface water, and sediment; prepare samples for shipping; and complete chain-of-custody or similar paperwork.
• Perform supervised field tasks, such as soil logging, monitoring well installation, slug testing, water level/groundwater gradient surveys, etc.
• Gather and interpret chemical and non-chemical data and other information to be used in the preparation of scientific reports - compiles and organizes environmental data collected by others.
• Prepare basic data and scientific documents and can apply knowledge of natural sciences (hydrology, chemistry, biology, etc.) to explain observations.
• Assist senior-level team members in planning and coordination efforts of field programs.
• Qualified candidates must be comfortable with travel. Field work and out-of-state travel will be required.
• Anticipated division of job-related tasks is about a 75/25 percent split between field and office work.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Geology or related science.
• Due to the nature of the work, US citizenship is required.
• Valid U.S. Driver’s License required to visit project sites, clients, and other AECOM offices.
• As a condition of employment, selected candidate must pass a Motor Vehicle Records review.
• OSHA 40 Hour HAZWOPER Certification or ability to obtain one within 2 months of hire.
• Frequently lifting, carrying, and loading field equipment such as sample coolers up to 50 pounds with assistance.
• Frequently moving across a variety of uneven terrains such as mud, rock, grass, dirt, and other unpaved terrains to conduct field work including collection of soil, soil vapor, groundwater, surface water, and sediment.
• Frequently working in adverse seasonal weather conditions.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Has general knowledge of geologic and environmental concepts (e.g., stratigraphy, geological processes, hydrogeology, hydrology, etc.).
• Ability and desire to travel periodically for weeks- to months-long project assignments.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to document.
• Safety-minded individual with the desire to implement safe working practices and be an active participant in safety kick-off calls and daily “tailgate” safety briefings.
• Experience with basic Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Access, Word, and PowerPoint) and ability to write and to convey complex thoughts and ideas in a clear, concise manner.
• Ability to safely drive a full-size pickup truck.

Additional Information

• Relocation assistance and/or per diem is not offered for this position.
• Qualified candidates must be comfortable with travel. Field work and out-of-state travel will be required.

About AECOM

AECOM is the world’s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. On projects spanning transportation, buildings, water, new energy and the environment, our public- and private-sector clients trust us to solve their most complex challenges. Our teams are driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world through our unrivaled technical and digital expertise, a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion, and a commitment to environmental, social and governance priorities. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm and its Professional Services business had revenue of $13.1 billion in fiscal year 2022. See how we are delivering sustainable legacies for generations to come at aecom.com and @AECOM.

Freedom to Grow in a World of Opportunity

You will have the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether you’re working from an AECOM office, remote location or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed.

You will help us foster a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion – a safe and respectful workplace, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients.

AECOM provides a wide array of compensation and benefits programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. We also provide a robust global well-being program. We’re the world’s trusted global infrastructure firm, and we’re in this together – your growth and success are ours too.

Join us, and you’ll get all the benefits of being a part of a global, publicly traded firm – access to industry-leading technology and thinking and transformational work with big impact and work flexibility. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person’s potential, and we’ll help you reach yours.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.