Geologist – Cincinnati, OH
Trihydro, one of the top environmental and engineering consulting firms in the country, has an opportunity for a geologist to join the team. The ideal candidate will join our Industrial, Commercial, & Energy Services Business Unit and assist in providing clients across industries with effective, responsive, and safe solutions. We pride ourselves on maintaining a company culture of safety, honesty, hard work, and trust as we tackle environmental challenges.
Now more than ever, the world needs smart, future-forward solutions to address engineering and environmental challenges. That’s where you come in. As a member of our team, you will support our nationwide network of clients, from Fortune 100 companies to local communities, in continuously improving human health and the environment.
Position Overview
The role includes supporting environmental compliance, environmental due diligence, soil and groundwater investigations, remediation implementation, data management and interpretation, technical report preparation, and project management assistance. The role involves performing regulatory research and preparing environmental permits and plans requiring an interest in and willingness to learn federal and multi-state environmental regulations. The position requires working at active and closed energy, commercial, industrial, municipal, and federal site locations.
This role includes:
environmental permitting; developing SPCC Plans, SWPPPs, and NPDES permits; providing hazardous waste, hazardous materials, and other environmental regulatory compliance services; and conducting Phase I and Phase II environmental site assessments.
field support for soil and groundwater investigations and remediation implementation including soil boring installation; monitoring well installation; soil, groundwater, surface water, and stormwater sample collection; remediation system operations and maintenance (O&M) and troubleshooting; and field and construction oversight and management. Mechanical aptitude, self-motivation, and a strong work ethic are required.
technical report preparation, project management assistance, and data management and interpretation. Applicants must have good technical writing and Microsoft Office skills. GIS or CADD training is a plus.
This position requires a willingness to travel for field work (up to 25% of work time may include travel) and a clean driving record. This position is responsible for the administration and stewardship of health and safety programs at sites, communicating with project management and client(s) concerning site activity, and a demonstrated commitment to safe operations.
Location
The preferred candidate will be based in our Cincinnati, OH office in person.
Mandatory Qualifications
3-7+ years of relevant experience
A bachelor’s degree in Geology, Geologic Engineering, or Hydrogeology. Master’s degree preferred.
PG or willingness to obtain PG
Strong technical and problem-solving skills, including attention to detail and accuracy, as well as a commitment to producing high-quality deliverables
Direct industry employment history in environmental assessment, within an industrial setting, or a related field
Experience leading field events in industrial settings
Fluency in Microsoft Excel and Word
Valid driver’s license
Strong academic GPA and relevant thesis topic
Preferred Qualifications
Knowledge of federal and state regulations including RCRA, CERCLA, CWA, and UST/AST systems
Experience with authoring ASTM-compliant (E1527-21) Phase I ESAs and (E1903-19) Phase II ESAs
Exceptional written and oral communication skills with the ability to interact effectively with clients and project team members
Positive employment history with a commitment to safe work practices
Dependable, with the ability to work in a team environment as well as independently
Familiarity with various Microsoft Office programs such as PowerPoint, Teams, SharePoint, and affiliated applications
GIS or CADD training
This job may be for you if you:
Desire professional development opportunities and are interested in playing an integral role in a growing team and company
Value working with others to achieve goals that make a difference to our clients, our communities, and our environment
Are interested in tackling challenging, multi-disciplinary problems using forward-thinking approaches
Benefits
At Trihydro, you’ll find a company culture that is dedicated to excellence, nurtures collaboration and growth, and still finds plenty of time for fun. Some of the benefits of joining our team include:
Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision, and prescription)
Industry-leading 401(k) retirement plan, including up to a 6% match by Trihydro
Paid time off including vacation, flex, sick, and holiday pay
Wellness program, including funding for wellness-related expenses
Opportunities for professional growth through our committees dedicated to technical leadership, mentorship, sustainability, emerging professionals, leadership development, and diversity, equity, and inclusion
A safety culture built to protect our employees—the mothers, fathers, sons, and daughters who deserve to go home safely each night
Trihydro is humbled to have received an honorable mention in Outside Magazine’s “Best Places to Work” list. Our 500+ professionals work on meaningful environmental and engineering projects that make a difference for clients and communities. Trihydro’s offices extend from Alaska to Florida, and our team members live and work within minutes of outdoor recreation. As geologists, engineers, ecologists, and scientists, our culture is rooted in a love for the outdoors.
This position will remain open until a qualified candidate has been selected.
This is a full-time position averaging 40 hours per week. Interested candidates should apply at https://www.trihydro.com/about-us/careers with their application, resume, and cover letter addressed to Trihydro’s Recruiting Department.
Trihydro is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, or because of a protected Veteran status.
