Field Geophysicist

Terracon
  • Plymouth, MN
  • $57,530–$69,080 Per Year
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Job Description

Field Geophysicist

  • Plymouth, Minnesota
  • Regular, Full time
  • Job ID 3708

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General Responsibilities:

Put your geophysics expertise to work on projects that make a real impact. At Terracon, you'll use a comprehensive range of geophysical technologies to support geologic, groundwater, environmental, engineering, and materials investigations across a variety of projects and industries.

You'll perform non-invasive surface surveys and borehole geophysical logging to help uncover and understand subsurface conditions. From defining survey objectives and designing the approach to analyzing data and interpreting results, you'll play an important role throughout the investigation process.

Your work will help inform the planning, design, and construction of vital infrastructure, including roads, tunnels, airports, landfills, water supplies, and other facilities, while also supporting environmental assessments and earth resource evaluations. Because geophysics supports all of Terracon's service lines, you'll have the opportunity to collaborate across disciplines, take on diverse technical challenges, and see how your work contributes to projects from the ground down.

Why Terracon?

At Terracon, you're more than an employee, you're an employee-owner. As a 100% employee-owned company, we're invested in each other's success and give employees the opportunity to help shape their careers.

Terracon anticipates the starting salary range for this job opportunity will be from $57,530 to $69,080 Compensation is determined based on relevant experience to the role. Additional details on the salary range for this job at Terracon can be found further below in this posting.

Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with company match, employee ownership (ESOP), paid time off, paid holidays, wellbeing resources, and career development opportunities.

Essential Roles and Responsibilities:

Follow safety rules, guidelines and standards for all projects. Participate in pre-task planning. Report any safety issues or concerns to management.Understand and practice quality acumen.Support consistent quality standards on proposal and project delivery.Developing level Geophysicist responsible for conducting geophysical surveys; assignments are designed to develop knowledge and abilities.Performs site visits, field observations and field data collection or assignments.Assists in geophysical data collection and tests to evaluate, plan and permit projects.Outlines required investigative program(s) by selecting the proper alternative techniques to conduct site studies in field of expertise.May have limited client contact pertaining to specific projects/tasks.

Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in Geology or Geophysics.A valid driver's license with acceptable violation history may be required.Preferred Qualifications:Certification in field of expertise preferred based on state specific requirements.

Minimum Salary: $$57,530

Maximum Salary: $$69,080

The salary range for this position is provided in compliance with all local/state regulations. Terracon considers factors including, but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate work experience, work location, education/training, key skills, as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer.

About Us

Terracon is a 100 percent employee-owned multidiscipline consulting firm comprised of more than 8,000 curious minds focused on solving engineering and technical challenges from more than 200 locations nationwide. Since 1965, Terracon has evolved into a successful multi-discipline firm specializing in environmental, facilities, geotechnical, and materials services. Terracon's growth is due to our talented employee-owners exceeding expectations in client service and growing their careers with new and exciting opportunities in the marketplace. Terracon was recognized as the #1 firm in Asbestos and Lead Abatement.

Terracon's vision of "Together, we are best at people" is demonstrated through our excellent compensation and benefits package. Based on eligibility, role and job status, we offer many programs including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan, paid time off and holidays, education reimbursement, and various bonus programs.

About the Team

Terracon's geophysical services provide valuable information about the subsurface of our clients' project sites faster, safer, and more sustainably than traditional drilling with little or no site disturbance. With the most geophysical professionals and the largest fleet of near-surface equipment compared to competitors, our experts draw on a wide range of screening tools to provide our clients with necessary geophysical data for the exploration, planning, design, locating, and/or evaluation of a wide variety of sites to increase accuracy and manage project risk.

EEO Statement Terracon is an EEO employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment, or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, or military status.

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