Terracon

Field Geophysicist (CA WA only)

Terracon$70K — $95K *
Energy & Utilities
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Geology or Geophysics.
  • Valid driver's license with acceptable violation history.
  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
  • Willingness to work occasional overtime and weekends.
  • Certification in field of expertise preferred based on state specific requirements.

Responsibilities

  • Follow safety rules, guidelines, and standards for all projects.
  • Practice quality acumen in all work assignments.
  • Support consistent quality standards in proposals and project delivery.
  • Conduct geophysical surveys while developing knowledge and abilities.
  • Perform site visits, field observations, and data collection.
  • Assist in geophysical data collection to evaluate, plan, and permit projects.
  • Outline required investigative programs by selecting appropriate techniques for site studies.

Benefits

  • Access to professional development opportunities.
  • Participate in innovative projects that enhance skills.
  • Work with a diverse and experienced team of geophysical professionals.
  • Opportunity to contribute to environmentally sustainable practices.
  • Involvement in critical infrastructure projects that benefit communities.
Full Job Description
Job Description

Perform a comprehensive range of geophysical technologies in support of geologic, groundwater, environmental, engineering, and materials testing investigations. Perform non-invasive geophysical surveys from the ground surface as well as geophysical logging in boreholes to provide images or models of subsurface conditions. Define survey objectives, design survey approaches, analyze the resulting geophysical data, and provide interpretation of results. Results are incorporated into the planning, design and construction of vital infrastructure such as roads, tunnels, airports, landfills, water supplies, and other facilities; the assessment of environmental conditions; and the evaluation of earth resources. Geophysics supports all of Terracon's service lines.

Responsibilities

  • Follow safety rules, guidelines and standards for all projects. Participate in pre-task planning. Report any safety issues or concerns to management.
  • Understand and practice quality acumen.
  • Support consistent quality standards on proposal and project delivery.
  • Developing level Geophysicist responsible for conducting geophysical surveys; assignments are designed to develop knowledge and abilities.
  • Performs site visits, field observations and field data collection or assignments.
  • Assists in geophysical data collection and tests to evaluate, plan and permit projects.
  • Outlines required investigative program(s) by selecting the proper alternative techniques to conduct site studies in field of expertise.
  • May have limited client contact pertaining to specific projects/tasks.


Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Geology or Geophysics.
  • Valid driver's license with acceptable violation history.
  • Ability to lift up to 50Ibs.
  • Willingness to work occasional overtime and weekends.

Preferred Certification:
  • Certification in field of expertise preferred based on state specific requirements.


About the Team

Terracon's geophysical services provide valuable information about the subsurface of our clients' project sites faster, safer, and more sustainably than traditional drilling with little or no site disturbance. With the most geophysical professionals and the largest fleet of near-surface equipment compared to competitors, our experts draw on a wide range of screening tools to provide our clients with necessary geophysical data for the exploration, planning, design, locating, and/or evaluation of a wide variety of sites to increase accuracy and manage project risk.

About Terracon

Terracon is a leading provider of engineering consulting services in the United States. The company was founded in 1965 and has since grown to employ over 5,000 people in more than 150 offices across the country. Terracon offers a wide range of services, including geotechnical engineering, environmental consulting, construction materials testing, and facilities engineering. The company is committed to providing high-quality services to its clients while also promoting sustainability and environmental responsibility. Terracon is a privately held company and is headquartered in Olathe, Kansas.
Learn more about Terracon
Size
5,000 employees
Industry
Net Income
$50 million
Founded
2023
5 Year Trend
+20%
Revenue
$800 million
NASDAQ

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