Associate Geoscientist 3
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WESTON SOLUTIONS INC is hiring an Associate Geoscientist 3. The Associate Geoscientist at Weston Solutions, Inc. is responsible for providing accurate scientific data, conducting field investigations, and preparing scientific reports. This role involves collecting and analyzing data, making recommendations based on findings, and developing an understanding of industry basics under the guidance of senior staff. The Geoscientist will contribute to environmental and infrastructure services, helping clients achieve a more sustainable future.
Key focus areas include Perform field assignments including field documentation and sampling tasks, Collect data as prescribed by the scope of work and present it logically, and Make appropriate judgments regarding field investigation procedures under supervision.
Successful candidates bring Bachelor's Degree In Geoscience Or Related Field, 4-6 Years Experience, and Ability To Lift Up To 40 Pounds. Important skills include Scientific Data Analysis, Field Investigations, Literature Reviews, Monitoring Well Installation, Soil Sampling, and Groundwater Sampling.
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Experience Required
4 - 6 years
Minimum Education Required
Bachelor Degree
Compensation
$15.92 / Hourly
Hours Per Week
40
Number Of Positions
1
Shift
First Shift (Day)
Job Description
Description
At Weston Solutions, Inc. you will do meaningful work and make valuable contributions. Employee-ownership at Weston is a path to professional growth and access to diverse opportunities in a highly connected community that works together across key service areas to make a difference in the environment. Weston continues to evolve and adapt to our changing world as a premier provider of environmental and infrastructure services for over sixty years. In both the public and private sectors our teams help identify, solve, mitigate, and manage critical environmental issues to help clients achieve a more sustainable future.
The Associate Geoscientist is technically responsible for providing accurate and pertinent scientific data according to approved methods, within established project schedules, procedures, and techniques, and for providing sound conclusions and recommendations based on field investigations and literature reviews. An Associate Geoscientist performs basic technical tasks including installing monitoring wells, collecting soil and groundwater samples, providing detailed lithologic descriptions during drilling or other such subsurface activities, gathering other data and information, analyzing and organizing data for the preparation of accurate, clear, and relevant scientific reports. They are developing a working knowledge of the procedures necessary to execute a sound and efficient project using approved methods, procedures, and techniques under the guidance of more senior staff. The Associate Geoscientist performs calculations and recommendations based on field investigations, data research, and review within the established project schedules. An Associate Geoscientist develops an understanding of industry basics, effectively and willingly follows instructions, and applies guidance. They seek mentorship opportunities with more senior geologists.
Location: Gibbsboro, NJ
Expected Outcomes:
Perform field assignments including field documentation and sampling tasks associated with assigned projects.
Collect data as prescribed by the scope of work and present the data in a logical, coherent manner, including the preparation of written reports, tables, figures, and illustrations.
Under supervision, make appropriate judgments regarding field investigation procedures including selection of sampling sites, use of sampling equipment, and knowledge of sampling techniques. Incorporate relevant standards and regulations into deliverables and produce draft deliverables for review.
Written work is validated by PMs and higher-level technical staff.
Lead basic field tasks (groundwater monitoring events, monitoring well Installation, basic oversight tasks), with EHS concurrence.
Work in a lead capacity for multiple tasks, including data checks, data tables, geologic maps, cross sections (with supervision), and deliverables.
Complete assigned tasks on schedule and within the budget to the satisfaction of the project management team.
Maintain auditable and orderly files, notebooks, and correspondence on all project aspects.
Conduct all work in compliance with approved project specifications and standard operating procedures defined in the project work scope.
Take personal responsibility for safety in own actions and actions of others. Can perform low risk EHS activities with minimal oversight and direction. Have a clear understanding regarding Stop Work Authority and personal accountability and responsibility for not performing any task/job for which they feel unqualified. Serve as safety leader providing basic safety training such as site orientation and review of Safety Planning Documents. Monitor the effort, timeliness, and quality of the work of subcontractors and documents and report all variations to the senior project leads.
Report project-related issues, including delays and irregularities, to the senior project leads.
Under the direction of a more senior geoscientist, coordinate laboratory analysis appropriate to the project data quality objectives.
Conduct literature searches to compile pertinent information. Critically evaluate and correlate the compiled literature with appropriate references in the technical document.
Maintain a current knowledge of recent work in the field for application on other projects.
Is aware of client needs and concerns and discusses them with senior project leads.
Respond to routine inquiries from internal and external customers.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Bachelor's Degree in Geoscience or related field with 4-6 years of experience.
Demonstrated willingness and ability to learn and conduct assigned activities in a professional manner.
Demonstrated technical competence in areas of specialization.
Demonstrated ability to plan and organize.
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with and to work with individuals and large groups of peers.
Demonstrated dedication to fostering ethical conduct and professionalism.
Demonstrated ability to work well as a team member.
Ability to carry out multiple priorities simultaneously.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Effective organizational skills and ability to prioritize tasks with input from project team.
Ability to function in outdoor location such as active construction or remediation sites.
Ability to walk long distances on varied terrain, climb ladders, and work at elevation.
Ability to lift up and carry to 40 pounds.
Ability to stand for extended periods of time.
Ability to receive and deliver detailed information through written and oral communications.
Ability to function at a high level in a fast-paced work environment.
Available to travel as needed.
We fully invest in our people: Weston provides a generous, comprehensive benefits package program that offers employees high value options with solid financial protection, meeting the personal needs of its people and their families.
Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K with base and matching employer stock contributions.
Paid time off including personal, holiday, and parental leave.
Life and disability plans.
Critical illness and accident plans.
Work/Life flexibility.
Professional development opportunities.
Compensation will vary based upon experience, education, skill level, and other compensable factors.
Salary Range: $61,162 - $80,608 - $99,949
Equal Opportunity Employer/Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled
Place of Work
On-site
Requisition ID
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Job Type
Full Time
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