Geologist - SLC, UT (Finance)

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Summary:

Tetra Tech's Salt Lake City, UT office is currently seeking an experienced Geologist to join our high-performing team to continue providing top of the line client services. The Geologist will be responsible for field oversight, assistance with engineering design development under the supervision of Senior Engineers, assist with project management tasks, correspond with clients to meet project needs, lead and conduct field tasks, and other duties as assigned. This position may offer hybrid working opportunities, but the candidate must reside within 50 miles of the local SLC, UT office.

Your Role:

• Serve as field-oriented task leader on large and complex projects, providing instruction or guidance to junior level staff.
• Grow our business by strengthening relationships with existing clients and supporting expansion into new markets.
• Prepare concise and clear written documentation of project activities in the form of field logs and notes, technical memoranda, and section of technical reports, as required.
• Develop cost estimates.
• Develop bid specifications and contract documents as required.
• Assist Senior and Principal Engineers and Scientists with remedial option evaluations.
• Lead and conduct field tasks associated with geologic logging, environmental sampling, geotechnical drilling, construction oversight, and site reconnaissance.
• Maintain strong problem solving, time management, and communication skills.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• BS degree in Geology or related field.
• 3 - 8+ years of relevant experience.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and perform field data collection and construction oversight.
• An understanding of local, state, and federal programs, permits, and regulations related to solid waste, stormwater, and environmental remediation.
• Strong technical writing skills.
• Strong skills and proficiency with computer systems and Microsoft-based software, including MS Excel for data analysis.
• Experience with ArcGIS, HEC programs, and GOLDSIM is highly desirable.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and Civil3D.
• Ability to travel and perform field work/oversight (approx. 50% of travel required).
• Ability to traverse large terrain carrying a 50lb pack, over uneven ground, in all weather conditions.
• A Pre-employment drug screening in compliance with state regulations is required.
• Must possess a valid driver's license with a clean driving record without restrictions.

About Tetra Tech:

At Tetra Tech, health and safety play a vital role in our success. Tetra Tech's employees work together to comply with all applicable health & safety practices and protocols, including health orders and regulations related to COVID-19 that are mandated by local, state and federal authorities.

Tetra Tech offers the following optional benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Long & Short-Term Disability, Health & Dependent Care Flexible Spending. Financial Benefits: Group Term Life, Optional Group Term Life Insurance, Business Travel Accident Insurance, Health Savings Account, 401K, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Time Off with Pay, Employee Assistance Program, Adoption Assistance, Leaves of Absence.

Tetra Tech combines the resources of a global, multibillion-dollar company with local, client-focused delivery in more than 550 locations around the world. Our reputation rests on the technical expertise and dedication of our employees-28,000 associates working together to provide smart, scalable solutions for challenging projects. We are proud to be home to leading technical experts in water, environment, infrastructure, resource management, energy, and international development.

Explore our open positions at https://www.tetratech.com/careers . Follow us on social media to learn more about our people, culture, and opportunities:

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Tetra Tech is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Diversity, inclusion, and equity are among Tetra Tech's core values. Throughout our history, the company has prioritized equitable inclusion of all people. All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, military or veteran status, gender, age, disabilities, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information and any other characteristics protected by the law. We invite resumes from all interested parties. Please visit our website at www.tetratech.com to see the array of diverse services and exciting projects we are currently working on.

Tetra Tech is a VEVRAA federal contractor, and we request priority referral of veterans for available positions.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

Please no phone calls or agencies.

Additional Information

• Organization: 117 ECS