Field Geologist II

Experience Level: 5–10 YearsTravel Requirement: 100% TravelPrimary Region: Southeast U.S. (GA, AL, MS)Schedule: 4x10s (Mon–Thu) | Occasional 10-day shifts

Contract- 3 Years

Client- Southern Company Services

Location- 299 Logan Martin Dam Rd, Vincent AL, 35178

Position Overview

The Field Geologist II provides field oversight and technical support for geological and environmental investigations. This role supports monitoring well installations, foundation investigations, contamination assessments, and site characterizations.

The position requires extensive travel throughout the southeastern United States and the ability to operate independently in field environments while ensuring safety, regulatory compliance, and data integrity.

Key Responsibilities

Field Oversight & Investigations

• Provide field oversight for:
  • Monitoring well installation programs
  • Foundation investigations
  • Contamination assessments
  • Geologic site characterizations
• Execute field investigations using various drilling methods
• Perform soil and rock logging
• Prepare professional logs for:
  • Soil
  • Rock
  • Monitoring well construction data

Groundwater & Environmental Monitoring

• Install water monitoring and water quality equipment
• Manage and document monitoring data output
• Perform groundwater monitoring and reporting
• Support environmental sampling and testing activities

Contractor & Stakeholder Coordination

• Manage drilling contractors and related vendors in accordance with company guidelines
• Interface with internal customers and field teams
• Collaborate with Geologists and Land Group peers to support investigations
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations

Required Qualifications

• 5–10 years of related field geology experience
• Bachelor’s Degree in:
  • Geology (preferred)
  • Geological Engineering (accepted)
• Experience with:
  • Soil and rock logging
  • Monitoring well construction
  • Groundwater monitoring
  • Environmental sampling methods
• Working knowledge of:
  • gINT BoreDM Boring Log Program
  • Federal, state, and local environmental regulations
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision
• Safety-first mindset

Core Competencies

• Field investigation leadership
• Contractor oversight
• Regulatory awareness
• Data reporting and documentation accuracy
• Customer-focused with conflict resolution skills

Travel & Logistics

• 100% travel throughout GA, AL, and MS
• 4-day workweek (10-hour shifts), with occasional extended shifts