Drilling Field Lead/Geologist – Los Alamos, NM
Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in Geology, Engineering, Science, or related technical discipline, or equivalent
However, a combination of education and relevant experience wherein the knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the position’s duties and responsibilities have been adequately demonstrated is acceptable
The career level of the position will be determined by the years of relevant experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities
Broad understanding of principles, concepts and techniques in the field of general science
Skill and ability to perform complex professional tasks independently with little instruction
Ability to work within established policies and procedures, using independent judgment and ingenuity
Ability to train and mentor more junior staff
Level of language skills, mathematical skills, communication skills, reasoning ability and computer skills necessary to perform essential functions of the job
Ability to work in a team-oriented project environment
- Familiarity with the LANL site and work environment preferred
Working Conditions and Physical Requirements (Light Work)
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear.
- The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate
Light Work Category:
Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for sedentary work
The employee exerts up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or negligible amount of force constantly to move objects
The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to handle or feel, and reach with hands and arms
The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
- Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and distance vision
General:
This job description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions; and nothing in this herein restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time
In this position the qualified candidate may support one of more of the following departments, Groundwater Monitoring, Drilling, and/or Remediation Operations
Individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation
Individual must pass a pre-employment drug screen and accept all company policies
This position may require a physical fit-for-duty screen as well
About Tetra Tech:
Tetra Tech is a leading provider of high-end consulting and engineering services for projects worldwide. We combine the resources of a global, multibillion-dollar company with local, client-focused delivery in more than 400 locations around the world. We are Leading with Science® to provide sustainable and resilient solutions for our clients.
At Tetra Tech, we provide a collaborative environment that supports individual performance, innovation, and creativity. We are proud to offer competitive compensation and benefits. Learn more by visiting http://www.tetratech.com/en/benefits.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Tetra Tech is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We invite resumes from all interested parties including women, minorities, veterans and persons with disabilities.
Tetra Tech is a VEVRAA federal contractor and we request priority referral of veterans for available positions.
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