Entry-Level Geospatial Analyst

Applied Geology and Environmental Science, Inc. is seeking an Entry-Level Geospatial Analyst in Clinton, PA. This full-time role combines field and office work, focusing on water resource assessment and mapping projects. Candidates should have a BS in GIS or related field, knowledge of ESRI software, and strong analytical skills. The position involves data collection, project planning, and requires overnight field stays. AGES offers competitive salary and benefits. Job description Applied Geology and Environmental Science (AGES), Inc., is a small, privately held environmental and remedial field services company headquartered near the Pittsburgh International Airport in Clinton, Pennsylvania. Our services include environmental site investigation, soil, groundwater and concrete remedial design and implementation, remedial field construction services, Phase I and II environmental site assessments (ESAs), environmental due diligence, storage tank investigation, closure, installation and environmental permitting and compliance support. AGES is a customer-driven organization with a strong reputation for customer intimacy and excellent service. More information about our company is presented on our website at www.appliedgeology.net. To support our growing backlog of work, AGES is recruiting to hire a full-time, early career GIS Technician/Geospatial Scientist to join our growing water resource assessment and mapping team. This hands-on position will be a combination of field and office work and will involve all parts of our mapping projects, from data collection through the final project deliverable. This position requires a BS in Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Environmental Science or a related field, or applicable experience. The ideal candidate will have working knowledge of ESRI ArcMap and/or ArcGIS Pro software, Google Earth Pro software, and MS Office, with experience using GIS field equipment and spatial data collection software. Strong analytical skills and precision in performing spatial analysis tasks and the ability to complete required job certifications is a must. Must be able to complete overnight stays during field work, typically for up to one (1) week at a time, and traverse rugged terrain, carrying up to 20 pounds of equipment for up to one (1) mile. A knowledge of subsurface utility locating equipment is a plus. For this position, you will work as part of a team on our water resource assessment and mapping projects. Field duties will include collecting spatial data within or near surface water bodies using GIS field equipment, including remote-controlled watercrafts and possibly aircrafts, and completing residential surface water and groundwater assessments, including sample collection. All work must be done in strict adherence to the health and safety protocols of AGES and the client Office duties will include performing remote desktop assessments on land acquisition projects, and organizing, processing, editing and do QA/QC checks of geo-spatial data. Other duties would include assisting project managers with project layout and planning, data management, spatial data presentation, and report creation. There is also the potential to work on other non-spatial projects at AGES. The right candidates will be self-motivated and willing to do “whatever it takes” to meet the needs of our client base and to produce high-quality and technically sound documents. This is an excellent opportunity in a great work environment to start or develop a career in a solid operation. AGES offers a competitive salary and a complete benefits package, including, UPMC health, Ameritas dental, VBA vision insurance, life insurance, paid vacation and holiday time, a flexible spending plan, and a 401K retirement package. If you want to be part of this exciting opportunity, please e-mail a cover letter with salary requirements and your resume to us via this ad. All candidates must pass a background check and drug screening test before employment. Job Type: Full-time Salary: $35,500 - $45,750 per year Benefits: • UPMC Health Insurance • Ameritas Dental Insurance • Short & Long-Term Disability Insurance • Life Insurance • 401(k) with company match • Flexible Spending Account • Paid Vacation, Sick and Holiday Time Schedule: • 8 hour shifts in office • 10-12 hour shifts in field • Monday to Friday Supplemental Pay: • Overtime Pay • Generous Bonus Program Experience: • Entry level to 2 years Work Location • In Person Job Type: Full-time Job Type: Full-time Pay: $18.00 - $22.00 per hour Expected hours: 40 – 50 per week Benefits: • 401(k) • 401(k) matching • Dental insurance • Flexible spending account • Health insurance • Life insurance • Paid time off • Vision insurance Schedule: • 10 hour shift • 12 hour shift • 8 hour shift • Monday to Friday Ability to Commute: • Clinton, PA 15026 (Preferred) Ability to Relocate: • Clinton, PA 15026: Relocate before starting work (Preferred) Work Location: In person Apply tot his job Apply To this Job