Geologist (Entry-Level)

Description

About the Company:

Shannon & Wilson is an employee-owned consulting firm headquartered in Seattle, Washington. Committed to technical excellence and high-quality service, we provide integrated geotechnical engineering, engineering geology, environmental and natural resource services for clients worldwide. Since 1954, we have delivered comprehensive engineering and environmental solutions for the most challenging infrastructure planning, design, permitting and construction conditions.

We are dedicated to improving our communities, preserving the environment, and utilizing the most innovative science practices in all our work.

Shannon & Wilson's Fairbanks office celebrates 50 years of service in Alaska. Our Fairbanks office provides geotechnical and environmental engineering services to northern, western, and interior Alaska. Fairbanks' central location allows our staff the ability to travel to unique projects in remote and rural areas of Alaska. Its character has been shaped by a history of gold mining, a large military presence, construction of the Trans-Alaska Pipeline, the continuing oil economy, and the University of Alaska Fairbanks, the founding campus of the University of Alaska system. Shannon & Wilson supports a variety of charitable and community-involvement organizations through volunteer hours, donations, and financial contributions.

Job Summary:

Shannon & Wilson is seeking qualified Geologist candidates to fill an opening in our Fairbanks office. The position is expected to continue through the busy field season, with opportunities for winter work depending on workload, performance, and business requirements.

This is a great opportunity for a growth-oriented Geologist to join our organization. This position is primarily an in-person, office-based role (not remote or hybrid), with regular travel and fieldwork required to support our region. Occasional weekend work may be required, and overnight travel is intermittent.

Employees are supported in all aspects of environmental and/or geologic assignments and are expected to engage in frequent, daily interaction with colleagues, clients, subcontractors, the public, and regulatory agencies. Strong written and verbal communication skills, adaptability, and the ability to collaborate effectively in an office environment are essential.

Limited remote work may be available on an occasional basis after the employee is established in the role and is subject to supervisor approval, workload demands, and business needs. Remote work opportunities are not guaranteed and may not be suitable for all individuals, as they require a high degree of organization, self-discipline, and situational awareness.

As a key member of our team, this role will be responsible for a full range of activities including:

• Collecting field data in an organized and concise manner, consistent with corporate and client standard operating procedures and work plans.
• Fieldwork activities, which will include soil, groundwater, soil vapor, surface water and other media sampling, as well as maintenance of monitoring equipment at various locations.
• Exercising considerable care in following directions and project control documents to ensure procedures are in accordance with regulatory guidance.
• Supervision of subcontractors in the field.
• Assisting in developing work plans; Executing work plans at project sites and following field direction; asking for clarification and guidance where needed.
• Interpretation of data, technical writing/report preparation, and client interaction.
• Follow Shannon & Wilson's corporate policies and procedures.
• Additional duties may be assigned by the supervisor, which may include occasional travel to locations all over the US.

Requirements

To perform this job successfully, individuals must be able to perform each duty and responsibility satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

This position will require daily interaction with colleagues, the public, clients, and/or subcontractors; adaptability and excellent communication skills are required.

• BS degree in Geology or Earth Sciences.
• 0 to 6 years of experience as a Geologist.
• Excellent writing, organizational, and communication skills.
• Personable, flexible, and professional demeanor.
• The ability to work independently with the appropriate level of supervision.
• Ability to self-schedule, and the self-discipline to work without daily in-person supervision.
• The willingness and ability to travel (drive or fly) to project work sites throughout Alaska and to support the needs of other Shannon & Wilson offices.
• A valid driver license and insurable driving record.
• Basic computer skills: MS Word, Excel, required.
• Critical thinking and analysis; frequent sitting, standing, walking, bending, and lifting and carrying 30+ pounds; working in all weather conditions, on uneven terrain; field visits per project needs.
• The ability to get a pass for access to military facilities.
• This position involves physically demanding fieldwork in a variety of environments. Assignments may occur in remote or rural locations where accommodations are limited and may not align with typical commercial lodging standards, including shared housing or temporary facilities. Access to restaurants, grocery stores, or other services may be limited. Fieldwork may require extended walking over variable terrain, work across large project areas, and performance of duties in adverse weather conditions. Candidates must be capable of meeting the physical requirements of environmental field duties.
• The work environment will vary greatly depending on the nature of assigned tasks, this position will occasionally involve local and out-of-state travel and may require work outside of normal business hours (evenings and weekends) as needed.

Other Desirable skills, training, and experience

• Experience with or coursework in ArcGIS.
• Familiarity with ADEC contaminated-site regulations.
• Familiarity with fate and transport of contaminants in soil and groundwater.
• Experience with or knowledge of drilling techniques, soil sampling, and monitoring well installation and sampling.
• Experience sampling soil, groundwater, and other media at contaminated sites.
• Experience in hazardous waste and hazardous materials management.
• Experience with environmental remediation technologies.
• Experience with statistical analyses.
• 40-hour HAZWOPER training.
• Knowledge of RCRA, CERCLA, OSHA and other federal regulations.
• Meet the requirements of an ADEC Qualified Environmental Professional or Sampler, as defined by 18 Alaska Administrative Code 75.333.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of employees so classified.

Level Placement

Typically, depending on an applicant's education, experience, other qualifications they possess, if they are a fit for the company and local office culture, and the current business needs, an Entry-Level Geologist typically would be placed at a Shannon & Wilson Professional I, II, III, or IV level.

Shannon & Wilson is committed to providing a comprehensive total rewards package that includes the following benefits:

• Employee stock ownership
• Medical, prescription, vision, dental, long-term care and life insurance plans are offered to employees (and their families).
• Pre-tax health and daycare FSA
• Profit sharing and 401(k) plans with annual safe-harbor contributions 10 - 20 paid vacation days per year for full-time employees (prorated for part-time employment) based on year's of experience
• Since sick leave accrues based on hours worked might be best to list as an hourly accrual, or plan to update for PT postings.
• 9 paid holidays per year + 1 personal holiday
• Paid volunteer day
• Paid time off for bereavement and jury duty
• Two weeks of paid parental leave
• Lunch & Live wellness webinars and an Employee Assistance Program
• Mentorship Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Free parking

Shannon & Wilson is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Shannon & Wilson participates in the E-Verify program.

Please note that non-solicited resumes from external recruitment agencies will not be considered as introductions to our business, unless a preapproved agreement is in place and the external recruitment agency has been engaged to work on this specific vacancy.