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(EKI) is an employee-owned company that has delivered comprehensive environmental, engineering, and water resources services to public and private sector clients for over 35 years. Our staff includes professional engineers, professional geologists, certified hydrogeologists, environmental scientists, data engineers and scientists, computer-aided designers, geographic information system (GIS) specialists, and relational database specialists.\nAs an employee-owned firm, EKI fosters a unique company culture built on collaboration, shared ownership, and a deep commitment to making a meaningful impact on the environment and the communities we serve. Our continued growth across offices nationwide reflects the strength of our team and the trust our clients place in us - and that growth creates real opportunities for our employees to advance their careers, take on leadership roles, and build lasting professional legacies. If you are passionate about improving the environment, advancing your career, and having a direct stake in the success of the company you work for, then EKI is the place for you.\nThe Environmental Geologist supports environmental site characterization, investigation, remediation, construction, and operations projects for industrial, commercial, and municipal clients. Responsibilities include planning and conducting field activities, collecting and evaluating data and environmental samples, overseeing subcontractors, and preparing technical reports and other project documents.\nPRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES\nYour responsibilities may include, but will not be limited to the following:\nPlan and prepare for fieldwork, including participating in project meetings, assisting with planning documents, and coordinating equipment, supplies, and subcontractors\nConduct fieldwork, including:Collect soil, groundwater, soil vapor, and indoor air samples\nPerform site inspections\nObserve and document third-party work\nSupport remedial system construction, operation, monitoring, and maintenance\nOversee drilling, geophysical, waste disposal, and other subcontractors\nSupport construction management activities\n\nEnsure that field work, including sample collection and data measurement, follows approved project work plans and standard procedures\nDocument field activities through detailed notes, boring logs, field forms, and photo logs\nCompile, tabulate, and interpret data to help identify contaminant sources and exposure pathways\nAssist senior staff with work plans, reports, and cost estimates for investigation, remediation, and brownfield projects\nFollow all health and safety protocols\nOther duties as required\nQUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS\nEducation\nBachelor’s degree in geology, environmental science, or a related field; master’s degree preferred. Ability to pursue applicable state licensure preferred\nKnowledge, Skills & Abilities\nOne to three (1-3) years of experience supporting environmental investigation, remediation, and construction projects\nGeologist-in-Training (GIT) certification preferred\nStrong technical and mechanical aptitude\nEffective written and verbal communication skills\nAbility to work outdoors in physically demanding environments and variable weather conditions\nAbility to calibrate, troubleshoot, maintain, and perform minor repairs on field equipment and instruments\nAbility to work safely around construction equipment, drilling operations, utilities, and industrial facilities\nCurrent 40-hour OSHA HAZWOPER training preferred\nCompetencies\nStrong work ethic, reliability, attention to detail, and commitment to safety and quality\nAdaptability to changing field conditions and priorities\nStrong organizational and multitasking skills\nAbility to work both independently and collaboratively\nPositive attitude, curiosity, and eagerness to learn\nCommitment to personal and professional growth\nCurrent valid driver’s license and a clean driving record\nPHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT\nWork effectively in a fast-paced, high-volume environment with frequent tight deadlines\nAbility to obtain medical clearance to work on hazardous waste site(s)\nPerform physically active work, including lifting up to 35 pounds; carrying, loading, and unloading equipment; digging; operating tools; handling chemicals and hazardous substances; and using personal protective equipment\nWork safely around heavy equipment, traffic, moving vehicles, excavations, construction sites, industrial operations, and active remediation systems\nStand, sit, bend, and stoop for extended periods during fieldwork\nWith or without reasonable accommodation, work outdoors on uneven terrain and in conditions involving heat, noise, and chemicals\nWork 10- to 12-hour days as needed\nMaintain OSHA HAZWOPER and other applicable certifications, including ladder safety and fall protection training\nWear required PPE, including safety glasses, hard hat, boots, respirator, and hearing protection\nUse hand and power tools to install field sampling devices, collect well and probe samples, and access well and probe vaults\nTRAVEL REQUIREMENTS\nAbility to travel up to 50% of the time for client meetings, site visits, and field work, predominantly within Southern California and occasionally other parts of California. \nAs an employee-owned firm, EKI offers a unique company culture with a corporate commitment to maintaining a positive work/life experience. EKI provides excellent compensation and comprehensive benefits packages, including career advancement opportunities, outstanding training opportunities, incentive compensation including bonuses, retirement benefits through an Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP) and 401(k) profit-sharing contributions, and group medical, vision, and dental benefits.\nEKI Environment & Water, Inc is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to: race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, age (40 or older), disability, marital status, political affiliation, or military service.\nNOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive and is not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills. 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