Geologist jobs in Minneapolis, MN
Geologist researches the formation, dissolution, and content of rock layers. Researches the effects of internal pressures, heat, water, pollution, and erosion. Being a Geologist studies variations in rock formations and densities to identify new mineral deposits. Estimates depth, quality and vastness of deposits. Additionally, Geologist tests mineral quality and purity to determine feasibility of mining. Requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. To be a Geologist typically requires 0-2 years of related experience. Works on projects/matters of limited complexity in a support role. Work is closely managed. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
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Project Geologist
- Flux Resources, LLC
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Minneapolis, MN
FULL_TIME
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Project Geologist is responsible for task leadership, execution, and control, ensuring adherence to project scope, budget, and schedules. They serve as the field team lead on specific tasks and/or lead routine to moderately complex scopes of work under the direction of the Project Manager (PM) or Principal and Senior Project staff. Project Geologists are accountable for handling specific technical aspects of projects appropriate to the Geoscience discipline as members of multidisciplinary teams. They will balance work on multiple projects of moderate size or portions of large projects. Project Geologists are capable of technical resources and are recognized for at least one area of expertise among Weston's service offerings.
Location: Twin Cities Area, Minnesota
Expected Outcomes:- Analyze, prepare, and present meaningful and precisely written scientific reports of field and laboratory results appropriate to the defined areas of investigation and based on collected data.
- Participate in peer review of work scopes, project implementation plans, operating procedures, training, schedules, budgets, technical calculations and interpretations, and deliverables.
- Comply with technical specifications and standard operating procedures defined in the project scope of work.
- Plan, lead and be responsible for complex field and office assignments, including field investigations, sampling programs, and interpretation of data. Some travel will be required per project scope.
- Lead and work within a project team.
- Ability to perform environmental geology-related tasks in the field including monitoring well installation, soil sampling, soil and rock descriptions, groundwater sampling, and borehole logging.
- Work independently with periodic guidance.
- Clearly and accurately record and document field activities and data evaluation/interpretation.
- Monitor staff performance and provide input to Managers for staff promotions, transfers, and performance appraisals.
- Provide guidance and coaching to junior team members, as needed.
- Identify new technologies and techniques and evaluate their applicability and potential benefits for the company.
- Coordinate field operations and data collection, with respect to schedule, field budget, and health and safety requirements.
- Serve as a technical lead in their area of specialty, solving technical problems with appropriate assistance from senior and principal staff.
- Work with team on problems of diverse scope and complexity which require sound judgment when selecting methods, analyzing data, and determining methods for reaching solutions.
- Ability to lead moderate to complex scopes of work and field tasks, comply with health and safety requirements and prepare health and safety plans.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:- Bachelor's Degree in Geology, Geoscience, or a related field and have at least 6 - 10 years of related experience including sample collection, and environmental data collection.
- Experience must include 3 years in assisting scoping projects and planning, leading, and performing field activities.
- Geologist in Training (GIT) or Professional Geologist (P.G.) License/Certification required, if available.
- Demonstrated ability to prepare project reports including analyze, interpret, and present data and meet deadlines outlined by project leadership.
- Must maintain project confidentiality of all findings, data, scopes, and assignments.
- Capable technical resource who handles core technical issues.
- Ability to prioritize tasks to meet project requirements.
- Familiarity with groundwater modeling and geophysics is desired.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office software, as well as various means of communication.
- Demonstrated strength in verbal and written communications is necessary.
- Demonstrated leadership and team building traits are highly preferred.
- Available to travel as needed.
- Ability to lift 40 pounds.
- Ability to function in outdoor location such as active construction and/or remediation sites.
- Ability to walk long distances on varied terrain, climb ladders, and work at elevation.
We fully invest in our people: Weston provides a generous, comprehensive benefits package program that offers employees high value options with solid financial protection, meeting the personal needs of its people and their families.- Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K with base and matching employer stock contributions.
- Paid time includes personal, holiday and parental leave.
- Life and disability plans.
- Critical illness and accident plans.
- Work/Life flexibility.
- Professional development opportunities.
Flux is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity in our workplace. We welcome all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, marital status, veteran or military status, genetic information or sexual orientation. - 16 Days Ago
Geologist I
- Bay West
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Saint Paul, MN
FULL_TIME
- Who We Are Quality Work. Quality Results. Bay West stands at the forefront of the environmental consulting and remediation sector. Our dedication to safety, innovation, and our skilled team has driven...
- 18 Days Ago
Staff Geologist - Remediation (Minneapolis)
- Burns & McDonnell
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Minneapolis, MN
FULL_TIME
- Description Burns & McDonnell’s team in its Upper Midwest Region is looking for a Staff Geologist to both support and manage environmental investigation and remediation projects. Burns & McDonnell is ...
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Senior Environmental Scientist/Geologist- Ashland, WI
- AECOM
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Minneapolis, MN
FULL_TIME
- Company Description Work with Us. Change the World. At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming s...
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Advanced Research Associate
- Bio-Techne
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Minneapolis, MN
- Job Details Level: Experienced Job Location: Minneapolis MN - Minneapolis, MN Position Type: Full Time Education Level: ...
- 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM
Branch Manager
- BBJ Group
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Minneapolis, MN
- **Branch Manager** Minneapolis, Minnesota Minimum Experience **Senior Manager/Supervisor** BBJ Group LLC (BBJ Group) is ...
- 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM
Branch Manager
- BBJ Group
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Minneapolis, MN
- **Branch Manager** Minneapolis, Minnesota Minimum Experience **Senior Manager/Supervisor** BBJ Group LLC (BBJ Group) is ...
- 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM
Entry Level Environmental Scientist, Geologist or Engineer
- GHD Group
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Saint Paul, MN
- Job Description There's no pledge more important than the one we make to look after our environment, and we're committed...
- 4/21/2024 12:00:00 AM
Sr. GIS Training Content Creator
- Esri
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Minneapolis, MN
- Overview Apply your GIS experience, talent for writing, and strong communication skills in a project team environment. J...
- 4/21/2024 12:00:00 AM
Entry Level Environmental Scientist, Geologist or Engineer
- GHD Group
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Saint Paul, MN
- Job Description There's no pledge more important than the one we make to look after our environment, and we're committed...
- 4/21/2024 12:00:00 AM
Public Assistance Disaster Recovery – Technical Specialist
- AECOM
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Minneapolis, MN
- **Company Description** **How will you make your mark?** At AECOM, our work in providing access to clean water enables c...
- 4/20/2024 12:00:00 AM
Public Assistance Disaster Recovery – Technical Specialist
- AECOM
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Minneapolis, MN
- **Company Description** **How will you make your mark?** At AECOM, our work in providing access to clean water enables c...
- 4/20/2024 12:00:00 AM
About Minneapolis, Minnesota
Minneapolis (/ˌmɪniˈæpəlɪs/ (listen)) is the county seat of Hennepin County and the larger of the Twin Cities, the 16th-largest metropolitan area in the United States. As of 2017, Minneapolis is the largest city in the state of Minnesota and 45th-largest in the United States, with an estimated population of 422,331. The Twin Cities metropolitan area consists of Minneapolis, its neighbor Saint Paul, and suburbs which altogether contain about 3.6 million people, and is the third-largest economic center in the Midwest.
Minneapolis lies on both banks of the Mississippi River, just north of the riv...
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Income Estimation for Geologist jobs
$52,484 to $63,839
Minneapolis, Minnesota area prices
were up 1.4% from a year ago
were up 1.4% from a year ago
What does a Geologist do?
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Many Geologists seek and obtain a master’s or doctoral degree in their respective areas of study to increase their employment options.
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A geologist researches the earth’s surface and materials.
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In addition, as a geologist you get a lot of random rocks brought to you hoping for special identification when it’s usually a common rock like an agate (quartz-polymorph).
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