Altamont Environmental, Inc. (Altamont) is a multidisciplinary firm composed of engineers, geologists, hydrogeologists, landscape architects, and environmental specialists. Altamont has an immediate opening for a staff geologist with an education in geology who desires to pursue a position with an engineering and hydrogeology firm that handles environmental assessment (Phase I and Phase II), site remediation and closure (including CERCLA sites), brownfield site redevelopment, compliance monitoring, and reporting. This is a staff-level position with professional growth potential.
Responsibilities: The Staff Geologist will work closely with project managers to help complete a variety of field and office tasks, including but not limited to: evaluation of geologic and environmental data; development of site investigation strategies; data collection; subcontractor selection, management, and oversight in the field; preparation of technical reports; explaining technical concepts to clients and regulators; and assisting with budget preparation and management.
Qualifications: Ideal candidates will have 5 to 10 years of experience in environmental geoscience with a Professional Geologist registration in a state that is a member of the Association of State Boards of Geology (ASBOG), as well as a desire to gain experience with field work, data analyses, reporting, client interaction, and project management. Excellent communication skills are a must. The position will require written and oral interaction with clients, regulators, and project managers. 40-hour HAZWOPER is desirable.
Additional Desired Skills: Ideal candidates will be at home in a fast-paced office organization; be able to take direction but also be a self-starter; and be able to contribute in a team environment. Ideal candidate will be personable, analytical with attention to detail, well organized, and willing and able to travel as necessary (typically within a 4-hour driving distance or less).
Education Requirements: Minimum Bachelor Degree in Geology.
How to Apply: Please send a resume and cover letter (in PDF format as one single PDF) with “GEOLOGY POSITION” as the subject line to careers@nullaltamontenvironmental.com. Please do not call or stop by our office to inquire about this job opening. Only individuals with the education, training, and experience commensurate with the job posting need apply. Altamont will not respond to general inquiries or to individuals who do not possess the skills required for the posted position.
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Altamont is based in Asheville, North Carolina, an attractive and growing city in the mountains of Western North Carolina. We offer employees an engaging and rewarding career in a friendly and professional team environment. We offer a competitive salary and a complete benefits program.
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