Top 19 Entry level geologist Jobs in California

Geologist
AECOM —Sacramento, CA
- $70,500 - $80,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Microsoft Word
- Bachelor of Science
- Office
- AD&D insurance
- Employee stock purchase plan
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Staff Environmental Scientist 1
Haley & Aldrich —Costa Mesa, CA
- $75,000 - $85,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Construction site
- Maintenance
- Office
- Relocation assistance
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Environmental Scientist
AECOM —Long Beach, CA
- $70,500 - $75,000 a year
- Urgently hiring
- Hybrid work
- Up to 50% travel
- Office
- Driver's License
- AD&D insurance
- Employee stock purchase plan
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Environmental Staff Scientist
Giles Engineering Associates, Inc. —Los Angeles, CA
- Email
- Clean driving record
- Mid-level
- Office
Associate or Project Hydrogeologist
MacKay —San Diego, CA
- $40 - $55 an hour
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Background check
- Bachelor of Science
- Pass drug screening
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
Project Geotechnical Engineer
Geocon Consultants, Inc. —Livermore, CA
- $100,000 - $150,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Background check
- 5 years
- Writing skills
- Paid training
- Health savings account
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Staff Environmental Scientist / Geologist / Engineer
AEI Consultants —Walnut Creek, CA
- $70,500 - $76,000 a year
- Full-time
- Office
- Travel
- Construction experience
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Project Engineer
Krazan & Associates, Inc. —Clovis, CA
- $70,000 - $75,000 a year
- Part-time
- Laboratory
- Construction site
- Bachelor of Science
- Profit sharing
- Fuel card
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Ore Control Geologist
Rio Tinto —Boron, CA
- Mid-level
- Bachelor's degree
- US work authorization
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
4d
Project Scientist - Environmental Solutions
Partner Engineering and Science Inc. —Irvine, CA
- $60,000 - $75,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Construction site
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Geotechnical Staff Engineer
ENGEO Incorporated —Oakland, CA
- $75,000 - $90,000 a year
- Online Application
- Construction site
- Laboratory experience
- Mid-level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Part-Time, Hourly Environmental Science Instructor
Napa Valley College —Vallejo, CA
- $79.40 - $100.46 an hour
- Part-time
- Laboratory
- Classroom
- Mid-level
Staff Level Paleontologist (Temporary)
SWCA Environmental Consultants —Los Angeles, CA
- $21.52 - $34.14 an hour
- Temporary
- Clean driving record
- Bachelor of Science
- Mid-level
- Wellness program
- Paid time off
Regulatory Geologist/Hydrologist
Vestra —Redding, CA
- $28.85 - $37.00 an hour
- 8 hour shift
- Bachelor of Science
- Mid-level
- Office
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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Staff Environmental Scientist/Certified Site Surveillance Technician
SOCOTEC —Irvine, CA
- $75,000 - $85,000 a year
- Urgently hiring
- Hybrid work
- Engineering
- Mid-level
- Office
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Physical Scientist/Hydrologist (NPS, Golden Gate National Recreational Area)
THE GREAT BASIN INSTITUTE —San Francisco, CA
- $37 an hour
- Online Application
- Background check
- Clean driving record
- Laboratory experience
- AD&D insurance
- Health insurance
Quick Apply

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Geologist

AECOM -
Sacramento, CA

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Job Details

Full-time
$70,500 - $80,000 a year
4 days ago

Benefits

AD&D insurance
Employee stock purchase plan
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Paid time off
Employee assistance program
Vision insurance
Retirement plan

Qualifications

Driver's License

Full Job Description

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 skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.

There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.

We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.

Job Description

AECOM has an opening for an entry level Geologist in Sacramento or Oakland, California to assist with a variety of projects including data management, site investigations and remediation. The successful candidate will assist with gathering and analyzing geological, hydrogeological and geochemical data in both the field and office settings. The field activities will consist of soil, groundwater, surface water, sediment, air and soil vapor sample collection, geological logging and interpretation, and the oversight of subcontractors including laboratories and excavation and drilling companies. The office activities will involve preparation of investigation reports.

This position is expected to begin ASAP.

Candidate must also be able to work as part of a project team comprised of AECOM staff and subcontractors. Flexibility to work on a multitude of diverse projects, a positive attitude, and commitment to workplace health and safety are imperative. Field work will be required including oversight of subcontractors.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

BA/BS in Geology or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.
Valid U.S. Driver’s License required to visit project sites, clients, and other AECOM offices.
As a condition of employment, selected candidate must pass a Motor Vehicle Records review and a substance abuse test.
Candidate will undergo medical surveillance screening as part of the hiring process.
Due to the nature of work, US citizenship is required.
Ability to travel up to 80% to various job sites regionally.

Preferred Qualifications:

Ability to understand and supervise advancement of soil borings and installation of monitoring wells.
Ability to demonstrate a primary technical role in multiple site characterization, subsurface investigation and remediation projects at various client sites.
Understand and assist with site conceptual models.
Collect and evaluate environmental data in field and office settings.
Prepare investigation reports and drawings.
Possesses technical report writing skills.
Independent field work and leadership of field teams.
Contractor oversight.
Selected candidate will be required to complete 40-hour HAZWOPER training or annual refresher class, if needed.
Selected candidate will also receive First Aid/CPR training and AECOM-specific training.
Learn and develop a keen understanding of hazard recognition, and environmental investigation or remediation.
Candidate must be proficient with basic computer programs, MS Word and MS Excel.

Additional Information

Relocation assistance is not available for this position.

At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.

About AECOM

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com.

What makes AECOM a great place to work

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community—where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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