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Staff Level Geologist/Scientist
Southern California / Hybrid · Full Time
ClearPath Environmental Group is seeking a motivated Staff Geologist to support environmental assessment and investigation projects throughout Southern California. This position is well suited for an early-career geologist who enjoys hands-on fieldwork, technical problem-solving, and working collaboratively with experienced environmental professionals.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct environmental field investigations and site assessments.
- Collect soil, soil vapor, and groundwater samples using established field procedures and sampling protocols.
- Oversee drilling for groundwater monitoring well and vapor probe/well installation.
- Maintain accurate field notes, sampling records, chain-of-custody documentation, and project data.
- Coordinate with laboratories, subcontractors, drilling crews, and project managers.
- Assist with interpretation of analytical and field data and preparation of technical reports, figures, and tables.
- Support Phase I and Phase II Environmental Site Assessments and other environmental investigation and remediation projects.
- Follow company health and safety procedures while working at active project sites.
Qualifications & Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Geology, Geological Sciences, Environmental Science, or a closely related field.
- 1–3 years of relevant environmental consulting, field investigation, or related experience.
- Strong interest in environmental consulting and field-based investigation.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word, with general computer literacy.
- Excellent written and verbal communication and organization skills with a strong attention to detail.
- Ability to work independently in the field, as well as collaboratively in the office with a project team.
- Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to project sites, primarily within Southern California.
- OSHA HAZWOPER training preferred.
Compensation
$60,000 – $85,000 / year, depending on experience