Geologist Assistant

GTT, LLC

Kansas City, MO

JOB DETAILS
LOCATION
Kansas City, MO
POSTED
30+ days ago
Primary Job Title:
Geologist Assistant

Alternate Job Titles:
  • Environmental Field Geologist
  • Entry-Level Environmental Scientist
  • Environmental Consulting Assistant
  • Junior Geotechnical Field Specialist

Location: Kansas City, Missouri
Onsite Position

Position Details

Position Type: Contract
Contract Duration: 12 Months
Start: As Soon As Possible

Job Summary
The Geologist Assistant supports environmental and infrastructure projects by performing field sampling, site investigations, and technical reporting for federal, state, local, and commercial clients. This role combines hands-on fieldwork with analytical data review and documentation to support environmental compliance and remediation initiatives.
The position requires strong technical knowledge of soil classification, groundwater sampling, and environmental regulations, along with the ability to work collaboratively in a consulting environment.

Key Responsibilities
  • Assist with environmental field activities including:
    • Soil logging and classification
    • Air monitoring during investigations and remediation
    • Installation of groundwater monitoring wells
    • Soil and groundwater sample collection for laboratory analysis
    • Collection of soil for physical testing
  • Support development of soil and groundwater sampling plans
  • Compile and analyze soil, air, and groundwater analytical data
  • Assist with proposal preparation and environmental report writing
  • Coordinate subcontractors for field investigations and remediation efforts
  • Coordinate laboratory analysis for accurate sample identification
  • Conduct on-site field monitoring to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local permit requirements
  • Perform additional duties as assigned and comply with company policies and standards

Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Geology or related Environmental Science field
  • Related environmental consulting experience
  • Basic knowledge of:
    • Standard geological techniques and principles
    • Unified Soil Classification System
    • Glacial deposits, hydrogeology, and groundwater sampling
    • OSHA, CERCLA, and remedial design
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
  • Valid driver’s license
  • Ability to qualify for and maintain company vehicle driving privileges
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Strong analytical and quantitative problem-solving abilities

Preferred Qualifications
  • Hazardous site assessment experience (Phase I, Phase II, remediation)
  • Basic knowledge of ArcGIS, RockWare, and Adobe Illustrator
  • OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER training
  • Minimum 3.0 GPA
  • Campus or community involvement demonstrating leadership
  • Strong collaboration, organization, and team-building skills

Work Authorization Requirement
Candidates must be legally authorized to work permanently in the United States without sponsorship or restrictions.

Work Environment
  • Onsite field-based position in Kansas City, MO
  • Fieldwork required in various environmental conditions
  • Must meet Motor Vehicle Safety Policy requirements

Benefits
Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance Plans
401k Retirement Fund

About the Company
An established infrastructure engineering firm designing and building essential infrastructure for cities since 1898. With a commitment to safety and quality, the organization plays a critical role in developing sustainable communities.

About GTT
GTT is a minority-owned staffing firm and a subsidiary of Chenega Corporation, a Native American-owned company in Alaska. We highly value diverse and inclusive workplaces and support Fortune 500 banking, insurance, financial services, technology, life sciences, biotech, utility, and retail organizations across the U.S. and Canada.

Job Number: 26-01540
#gttic #gttjobs

About the Company

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GTT, LLC

Global Technical Talent is a subsidiary of Chenega Corporation (www.Chenega.com) with over 1.3 billion US$ in revenue and 5800 US employees. We provide Total Talent Solutions, Global staffing, SOW, RPO, Direct Sourcing, and Global Payroll with physical offices in US, Canada, and India. GTT Digital headquartered in Toronto specializes in providing high-tech digital and banking talent to some of the nation’s largest financial institutions. GTT has been a leader in the staffing industry for over 22 years and is one of the largest staffing firms in the New England region. We are known for our Fortune 500 clientele and cutting-edge, technology-driven recruiting infrastructure.

We are a Native American-owned, economically disadvantaged corporation that highly values diverse and inclusive workplaces. Our clients and partners are among the most successful and innovative organizations in the world. Our top clients are Fortune 500 banking, insurance, and financial services firms, some of the nation’s largest life sciences, biotech, utility, and retail companies, and prestigious educational institutions in the Ivy League tier.

There is always a new opportunity for success when you look through all of the open job opportunities on our website’s career page. Just click on this link: https://bit.ly/gttcareers

Awards
SIA’s Best Staffing Firm to Work for ( 2019 -2023)
SIA’s Fastest Growing Staffing Firm
Inc 5000 Company
NH Business Magazines Fast 5 fastest growing companies.

COMPANY SIZE
100 to 499 employees
INDUSTRY
Staffing/Employment Agencies
FOUNDED
2004
WEBSITE
http://www.gttit.com