Field Geologist

THIS POSITION REQUIRES TRAVEL AND THE ABILITY TO WORK OUTDOORS ON

Field Engineer/Geologist (Drill Logger)

The Field Engineer/Geologist will be responsible for the geological logging and documentation of rock core and subsurface materials obtained during cutoff wall construction projects. Primary duties include detailed logging of core samples, identifying and recording lithology, weathering, fracturing, recovery, and other geotechnical characteristics; maintaining accurate field records; and supporting quality control activities to ensure compliance with project specifications. The successful candidate will work closely with drilling contractors, project engineers, and construction teams to provide timely and accurate subsurface data, maintain health and safety standards, and assist with field investigations and reporting as required.

Key Responsibilities:

• Log and document rock core and cutoff wall materials in accordance with project requirements and industry standards.
• Record core recovery, RQD, lithologic descriptions, discontinuities, and other relevant geotechnical observations.
• Monitor drilling operations and coordinate with drilling crews.
• Maintain accurate field logs, photographs, and sample inventories.
• Support quality assurance/quality control (QA/QC) activities and preparation of daily field reports.
• Ensure compliance with project health, safety, and environmental requirements.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Geology, Geological Engineering, Civil Engineering, or related field.
• Experience with geotechnical drilling, core logging, and construction field investigations preferred.
• Strong technical documentation and communication skills.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying field conditions and travel to project sites as required.

In addition, engineers and technicians can expect the following through their employment:

• Receive broad experience in geoenvironmental / geotechnical contracting
• Gain critical job site and hands-on experience
• Work in different parts of the country and in a variety of environments
• Learn to read construction plans and specifications
• Get to know the great people of Geo-Solutions and our core business expertise

Engineers and technicians are given assignments that will allow them to learn the many facets of geoenvironmental / geotechnical construction, including on-site quality control, management, and supervision. In the office, you will participate in bench-scale studies, estimating, and business development.

The position will be primarily travel based, with non-travel time spent reporting to one of our offices.

Benefits

In addition to salary, GSI also provides eligible employees additional benefits, including:

• Access to medical, dental and vision coverage for the employee and family members;
• A 401K Retirement Savings Plan that includes matching of employee contributions by GSI;
• Life Insurance and AD&D;
• Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance;
• 13 workdays of Paid Time Off accrued at 1.08 days per month worked; and
• Paid holidays per Company policy (currently 8);

Additional Employee Benefits

Additionally, employees can take advantage of the following benefits provided by GSI:

• Company Phone – GSI provides company cell-phones for this position after 4 weeks of employment. Employees with company phones may elect to use their company phone as a personal phone as well or as a separate phone. Any use of the company phone should adhere to GSI’s cell-phone policies.
• Bonuses - Historically, GSI has been fortunate enough to pay its employees cash bonuses at the end of the year, which are dependent on the performance of the company and the individual. Bonuses and raises (if applicable) are presented at yearly reviews conducted at the end of the calendar year.
• Professional Licenses – GSI will reimburse reasonable costs of obtaining certain professional licenses (e.g. Professional Engineering (P.E.), Associate Safety Professional (ASP), or Certified Safety Professional (CSP) licenses). Reimbursements are contingent on supervisor’s pre-approval.
• Industry Professional Memberships – GSI reimburses membership fees for employee participation in related industry professional societies (e.g. American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE), Deep Foundations Institute (DFI), etc.)
• Conferences Attendance – GSI covers registration fees for approved attendance at industry related conferences as well as reimbursement of travel expenses (airfare, lodging, meals, etc.). Conference attendance days are considered paid working days.
• Continuing Education - Certain continuing education classes may be reimbursed by the company, if determined mutually beneficial for both the employee and company. GSI does not currently have a program for reimbursing employees for associate, bachelors, masters or other advanced degrees, but could consider such reimbursement if this made sense for the company and the employee.

While you are assigned to field projects, you would receive additional reimbursements, which currently include:

• Travel / lodging - Project-related travel expenses fully covered by the company, including air fares and lodging.
• Per-Diem - to cover meals and incidental expenses. Additional per-diem is provided for employees who choose to forgo the company provided lodging for their own accommodations, such as campers.
• Vehicles – When driving to projects, personal vehicle coverage, including mileage and/or flat rate, is provided.
• Mileage reimbursement for business use of personal vehicle at the allowable rate per the IRS
• Weekly Vehicle allowance when assigned to field projects
• Rental vehicles provided at project location when employees fly
• Rotations - One trip home (weekend) for every 3 weeks of field service. In lieu of your trip home you may elect to take a travel voucher

GENERAL INFORMATION

Geo-Solutions’ has offices in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania (headquarters), St. Petersburg, Florida, Denver, Colorado, and Toronto, Ontario, Canada. 

Geo-Solutions is a specialty geoenvironmental and geotechnical contractor focused on solving complex subsurface challenges. We construct ground improvement, deep foundation support, earth retention, and environmental containment systems using advanced techniques such as soil mixing, slurry trenching, jet grouting, and grouting. We can also help with project design through constructability  reviews, bench scale studies and pre-construction activities.

Our strength lies in applying a focused set of proven technologies to real-world conditions. Whether working as a general contractor, specialty subcontractor, or design-build partner, we collaborate with owners, engineers, and contractors to deliver practical, constructible solutions that perform in the ground.