Staff Geologist

Job Description

Staff Geologist | Onterris

The Tone:
This is a full-time role at Onterris, located in Nashville, TN. Onterris is a leading global environmental solutions company that partners with organizations to solve complex challenges where environmental pressures, regulatory expectations, and operational risks intersect. Guided by its mission, the company builds careers grounded in purpose, responsibility, and real-world impact, believing environmental responsibility and human progress are interconnected. This role is crucial for contributing to a movement for better thinking, smarter solutions, and lasting impact, helping industries and governments ensure communities and environments thrive.

The TL;DR
• Role: Early Career
• Type: Full-time
• Location: In-person, Nashville, TN
• Pay: $60000–$75000 yearly
• Team: Works under the direct supervision of an experienced professional
• Mission: To assist with a variety of geological/scientific projects, performing multi-media sampling, supervising drilling investigations, and evaluating environmental sampling data to advance our way of life and protect environmental integrity.
• Tech Stack: Microsoft Suite, Google Suite, AutoCAD, ArcGIS

What You’ll Actually Do
• Scientific Analysis: Complete scientific analysis for various geological and scientific projects under direct supervision.
• Project Documentation: Assist in developing project document outlines, technical reports, data interpretation, permits, and graphical presentations in a logical and professional manner.
• Field Operations & Investigation: Conduct field inspections, reconnaissance, and specific field activities, including multi-media sampling per US EPA protocols and supervising drilling investigations.
• Technical Skill Development: Become proficient in field sampling, inspections, data collection, QA/QC of data results, data reporting, synthesis, and analysis, while also strengthening technical capabilities and understanding regulatory standards.
• Project Coordination & Communication: Coordinate with technical staff, assist in client contact, track project hours, and communicate potential issues to Project Managers to ensure tasks are completed within schedule and budget.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Hold a Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science (preferably Geology) or a closely related science field.
• Experience: No formal work experience is required, but a relevant internship or 1-2 years of entry-level experience is preferred, including performing multi-media sampling in accordance with US EPA protocols, supervising drilling investigations, and evaluating environmental sampling data.
• Skills: Possess excellent writing and communication skills, strong organizational skills, and meticulous attention to detail, along with knowledge of computer-aided software such as Microsoft Suite, Google Suite, AutoCAD, and ArcGIS.
• Bonus: A valid driver’s license is required, along with the ability to travel for field work and obtain security clearance at federal installations.