Geologist I - Oakland/Sacramento

**Job Summary** **AECOM** is seeking an Entry-Level Geologist to be based in our Oakland/Sacramento, CA offices. This position will support our Remediation team within our Environment business line. _This position is expected to begin August/September 2022._ **At AECOM, we’re delivering a better world.** We believe infrastructure creates opportunity for everyone. Whether it’s improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. Our clients trust us to bring together the best people, ideas, technical expertise and digital solutions to our work in transportation, buildings, water, the environment and new energy. We’re one global team – 47,000 strong – driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world. **Here, you will have freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.** We will give you 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. We will encourage you to grow and develop your career with us through our technical and professional development programs and diverse career opportunities. We believe in leadership at all levels. No matter where you sit in the organization you can make a lasting impact on the projects you work on, the teams and committees you join and our business. We offer competitive pay and benefits, well-being programs to support you and your family, and the development resources you need to advance your career. When you join us, you will connect and collaborate with a global network of experts – planners, designers, engineers, scientists, consultants, program and construction managers – leading the change toward a more sustainable and equitable future. Join us and let’s get started. **Job Overview:** The Geologist will support our California offices with a variety of projects including data management, site investigations, and remediation. The successful candidate will assist with gathering and analyzing geological, hydrogeological, hydrologic and geochemical data in both the field and office settings. + The field activities will consist of soil, groundwater, surface water, sediment, air and soil vapor sample collection, geological logging and interpretation, and the oversight of subcontractors including laboratories and excavation and drilling companies. + The office activities will involve preparation of boring logs, tables, and investigation reports, and review of documents prepared by others. The responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to: + Candidate must also be able to work as part of a project team comprised of AECOM staff and subcontractors. + Flexibility to work on a multitude of diverse projects, a positive attitude, and commitment to workplace health and safety are imperative. + Field work will be required including oversight of subcontractors. + Utilizes basic scientific principles, theories, practices and existing technologies to develop solutions for technical problems with limited scope. + Collects and enters data, and applies technical principles and theories. + Interprets and records data, conducts analyses, compares findings to relevant studies and local, state and federal regulations to ensure compliance. + Entry-level position; may not require previous experience. **Minimum Requirements** + Bachelor’s degree in Geology, Environmental Science, Geoscience, Hydrogeology, or related field. + Valid Driver's license. + Due to the nature of work, U.S. Citizenship is required. **Preferred Qualifications** + Ability to understand and supervise advancement of soil borings and installation of monitoring wells. + Ability to demonstrate a primary technical role in multiple site characterization, subsurface investigation and remediation projects at various client sites. + Understand and assist with site conceptual models. + Collect and evaluate environmental data in field and office settings. + Prepare investigation reports and drawings. + Possesses technical report writing skills. + Independent field work and leadership of field teams. + Contractor oversight. + Selected candidate will be required to complete 40 hour HAZWOPER training or annual refresher class, if needed. + Selected Candidate will also receive First Aid/CPR training and AECOM specific training. + Learn and develop a keen understanding of hazard recognition; and environmental investigation or remediation. + Ability to travel up to 80% to various job sites locally and regionally. + Candidate must be proficient with basic computer programs; MS Word and MS Excel. **Additional Information:** + Candidates may be asked to submit to a Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) screening. + Relocation and sponsorship are not offered for this position. **What We Offer** We will give you 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. We will encourage you to grow and develop your career with us through our technical and professional development programs and diverse career opportunities. We believe in leadership at all levels. No matter where you sit in the organization you can make a lasting impact on the projects you work on, the teams and committees you join and our business. We offer competitive pay and benefits, well-being programs to support you and your family, and the development resources you need to advance your career. When you join us, you will connect and collaborate with a global network of experts – planners, designers, engineers, scientists, consultants, program and construction managers – leading the change toward a more sustainable and equitable future. Join us and let’s get started. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person’s potential, and we’ll help you reach yours. **Job Category** Sciences **Business Line** Environment **Business Group** Design and Consulting Services Group (DCS) **Country** United States of America **Position Status** Full Time **Requisition/Vacancy No.** 269432BR **Virtual:** No Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.