What are the responsibilities and job description for the Geophysicist position at Terracon?
Job Description
General Responsibilities :
Perform non-invasive geophysical surveys from the ground surface as well as geophysical logging in boreholes to provide images or models of subsurface conditions.
Define survey objectives, design survey approaches, analyze the resulting geophysical data, and provide interpretation of results.
Results are incorporated into the planning, design and construction of vital infrastructure such as roads, tunnels, airports, landfills, water supplies, and other facilities;
the assessment of environmental conditions; and the evaluation of earth resources. Geophysics supports all of Terracon’s service lines.
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.
- Be responsible for maintaining quality standards on all projects.
- Conducting geophysical surveys that are designed to develop knowledge and abilities.
- Performs site visits, field observations and field data collection or assignments.
- May serve as a team leader in medium projects and direct field level Geophysicists.
- 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.
- Direct client contact on most projects / tasks.
- Utility locating.
- Traveling daily from the office 40%-50%, including overnight travel.
Requirements :
- Bachelor’s degree in Geology or Geophysics.
- Minimum 2-3 years’ experience.
- Ability to obtain registration as a Professional Geoscientist based on state specific requirements.
- Valid driver’s license with acceptable violation history.
Preferred :
- Master’s degree in Geology or Geophysics.
- Minimum 1-2 years of consulting experience.
- Experience with the following near surface geophysical methods : Seismic Refraction, ERT, GPR, GIS systems, FDEMI, etc.
Last updated : 2024-03-22
