Job description
Field Geologist
$20-$28 per hour + Overtime + Training + Progression + Benefits + Per Diem +401 (K)
Ferndale, MI (Commutable from: Detroit, Kalamazoo, Ann Arbor, Toledo, and surrounding areas)
Are you a hands-on Geologist looking to build a long-term career with technical training, local work, and real opportunities to progress?
On offer is a full-time position with overtime available to increase your earnings, structured on-the-job training, and support to gain new certifications as you grow with the company.
This company are specialists in geotechnical, construction, and materials testing services, established for over 45 years with a strong reputation for quality and professional development. With continued expansion and new divisions launching, they're looking to add motivated field staff who want to grow within a supportive, technically driven environment.
On offer is a varied and rewarding field-based position where you'll carry out site inspections, soil strength verification, and backfill testing for construction projects across Michigan and nearby regions. You'll be provided with full onboarding, mentoring, and access to training and certification programs to enhance your technical skills.
This role would suit someone from a geology, construction testing, or field engineering background, looking for technical growth, stability, and recognition for their hard work.
The Role
- Conduct field inspections and materials testing for construction sites
- Verify soil strength, backfill, and grading compliance
- Ongoing training, certifications, and career development
The Candidate
- Background in geology, geotechnical, or construction materials testing
- Physically able to work outdoors and lift up to 35 lbs
- Strong communicator with attention to detail
Key Words: Soil Testing, Field Inspections, Construction Materials Testing, Geotechnical Engineering, Earthworks Inspection, Compaction Testing, Backfill Verification, Mass Grading, Soil Strength Analysis, Concrete Sampling, Asphalt Testing, Aggregate Testing, Laboratory Testing, Field Data Collection, Tablet Data Entry, Materials Quality Control, Field Reporting, QA/QC Testing, Construction Site Monitoring, Site Investigation, Subsurface Evaluation, Geology Fieldwork, Soil Classification, ASTM Standards, AASHTO Procedures, Density Testing, Moisture Content Testing, Field Instrumentation, Environmental Compliance, Construction Safety, PPE Usage, Trenching Safety, Heavy Equipment Awareness, Overtime Availability, Per Diem Work, On-the-Job Training, Certification Support, Technical Development, Career Progression, Local Field Operations, Michigan Construction Projects, Civil Engineering Support, Infrastructure Projects, Project Documentation, Client Communication, Team Collaboration, Materials Analysis, Field Technician Operations, Data Accuracy, Field-Based Work, Outdoor Work Conditions
Reference Number: BBBH264922
To apply for this role or to be considered for further roles, please click "Apply Now" or contact Ed Harris at Rise Technical Recruitment.
Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles.
The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.
