Staff Geologist

Staff Geologist - St.

Louis, Missouri

Intertek, a leading provider of quality and safety solutions to many of the world's top-recognized brands and companies, is actively seeking a Staff Geologist to join our Geotechnical team in St, Louis, Missouri.

This is a fantastic opportunity to grow a versatile career in engineering and consulting industry.

Intertek's Building and Construction division is a suite of Intertek brands that are industry leaders across multiple architecture, engineering and construction disciplines, developing the most innovative product and project solutions.

Intertek's project-related assurance, testing, inspection and consulting services are the risk management and quality assurance partner you need to ensure the reliability, safety and performance of your new developments, existing assets and facilities.

Professional Service Industries, Inc.

(Intertek-PSI) is a leading US based provider of construction assurance, testing and inspection in civil and commercial construction.

Our broad service offering includes construction materials testing, geotechnical services, environmental engineering, industrial hygiene, and specialty testing.

What are we looking for?

The Staff Geologist is responsible for performing a variety of assignments that include independent evaluations using standard techniques, procedures and criteria using judgment to make minor adoptions and modifications to these standards

What you'll do:


* Perform preliminary report writing and review


* Review project plans and specifications prepared by others


* Attend client site meetings and communicate effectively with client and project teams


* Work on one or multiple projects at a time


* Perform and oversee laboratory testing activities


* Perform on-site observations, sample collection, and specific tests associated with geotechnical investigations


* May work both in the field and laboratory regularly


* Must be aware of, and adhere to, safety practices and policies to ensure your own safety, as well as the safety of others who may be affected by your actions at work

This position outline is a general guideline and does not represent all encompassing details.

The position assumes that the incumbent has both the mental and physical requirements to carry out the above defined duties.

Minimum Requirements & Qualifications:


* Bachelor's Degree in Geology


* Valid Driver's License and reliable driving record


* Ability to communicate and interact effectively in verbal & written communication


* Ability to work off shifts and overtime


* Ability to lift, move, push and pull 30 to to 50 pounds frequently.

Occasionally, over 50 pounds with assistance.


* Ability to receive detailed information through oral communication, (hearing) and to make the discriminations in sound.


* Ability to kneel and squat occasionally


* Ability to walk and stand for long periods of time


* Ability to work outd...