Geologist I in Poughkeepsie, New York at C.T. Male Associates

C.T. Male Associates, a multi-discipline engineering and architectural firm in the Northeast, is seeking a motivated early career Geologist to join our Poughkeepsie, NY office. Get hands-on experience working on diverse, impactful projects while growing your technical skills and progressing toward professional licensure.

What You’ll Do:

• Perform field work: aquifer evaluation and testing, drilling and monitoring well installation observation, soil and/or rock logging, sampling environmental media (e.g., soil, groundwater, air), Phase I and II Environmental Site Assessments, and observation of various practices of environmental remediation.
• Work both independently and in teams to complete field tasks.
• Coordinate drilling, laboratory, and various field services.
• Prepare daily field reports and interpret findings.
• Communicate with project managers, subcontractors, regulatory agents, and clients.
• Support technical reporting, compliance plans, and permit applications.

Pay Range: $26.00 - $28.00 per hour, commensurate with experience and qualifications.

What We’re Looking For:

• Bachelor’s degree in Geology, Hydrogeology, Geosciences, or related discipline.
• Zero to two (0-2) years of relevant environmental experience, including environmental field work.
• Proactive mindset and solid technical skills.
• Experience with sampling equipment and environmental monitoring tools.
• Strong experience in Microsoft Office programs.
• Ability to frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and navigate diverse terrain.
• Valid driver’s license.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Intern Geologist Certificate (Passed the ASBOG Fundamentals of Geology (FG) examination).
• Experience with Surfer®, Win-Situ software, AQTESOLV software and/or other groundwater plotting or modeling packages, ArcGIS, Collector, and data management software (e.g., EQuIS).
• Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response (HAZWOPER) 40-hour training.

Benefits & Perks

• Competitive salary & performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive benefits package (health, dental, vision, retirement, etc.).
• Professional development support (training, conferences, certifications).

We offer exciting, challenging and diverse projects in a high-energy team setting with like-minded professionals. Come join a company where your talents and motivation are rewarded.

EOE, including disability/vets.