Staff Geologist

Staff Geologist- Portland, Oregon

Intertek, a leading provider of quality and safety solutions to many of the world's top-recognized brands and companies, is actively seeking an Staff Geologist to join our Professional Services Industries, Inc.

(Intertek-PSI) team in Portland, Oregon.

This is a fantastic opportunity to grow a versatile career in the architectural, engineering, and construction (A/E/C) industry.

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.

JOB SUMMARY

The Staff Geologistis responsible for performing a variety of project specific geotechnical tasks under general supervision and/or from detailed controlled procedures.

SALARY & BENEFITS INFORMATION

In addition to competitive compensation packages, when working with Intertek you can expect benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, 401(k) with company match, generous vacation / sick time (PTO), tuition reimbursement and more.

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS


* Independently evaluate, select and apply standard techniques, procedures and criteria within one's discipline


* Apply originality and judgment in the independent evaluation and substantial adaptation of standard techniques


* Perform site reconnaissance including coordinating utility location before drilling, taking photos, surveying, and boring layout


* Supervise field drilling and/or field soil testing activities including logging of samples, testing procedures and results, and site conditions


* Perform laboratory tests on soil and maintain organized soil laboratory


* Put together boring location plans and site vicinity maps


* Data entry from field and laboratory tests (must be proficient in Microsoft Excel up to entering in equations)


* Report preparation (must be proficient in Microsoft Word, including formatting)


* Review/edit/production assistance of Geotechnical Engineering Reports


* Perform other duties as required

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.

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS


* Technical degree in Geology, or Geological Sciences, and 6 - 12 years of related experience


* Professional registration/certification is required in one's discipline at this level and higher levels


* Ability to perform tasks in varying field/lab/office conditions


* Computer literacy and ability to operate most field/lab/office equipment relating to one's discipline


* Proficiency in Microsoft Word, including formatting


* Competence in Microsoft Excel, in...