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Environmental Geologist roles qualify for TN visa sponsorship under the USMCA treaty, classified under the Geologist/Geophysicist category. Canadian citizens can apply at the port of entry with no cap or lottery. Mexican citizens apply through a U.S. consulate. You'll need a geology degree and a U.S. employer's job offer to qualify.
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GFT is seeking a Geologist to join our Geotechnical, Dams and Hydraulics team in Roseville, CA or Oakland, CA! This role follows a hybrid work model, requiring regular attendance at the office.
Our specialists have the in-depth knowledge to excel on the most challenging geotechnical assignments. We provide innovative solutions for foundations; underground construction; earth structures, including dams and levees; groundwater resources; and marginal building sites. Our geotechnical engineers and geologists also specialize in landslides, sinkholes, mine subsidence, seepage, expansive soils, and seismic activity. We have completed more than 1,000 subsurface and geophysical projects across the U.S. – from small-scale projects to large, complex dams, highways, bridges, and underground structures.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Roseville office primarily supports hydroelectric clients and their related projects. As a Geologist, you will support geologic investigations to characterize and evaluate geologic/geotechnical conditions and to identify geologic factors that could impact the design, construction, and/or long-term performance of engineered structures. Project work performed and supported by this role includes geologic field reconnaissance mapping to identify and characterize geologic hazards, logging and sampling geotechnical borings, developing geologic models through interpretation of available surface/subsurface data, and preparing technical reports. You will assist with a wide variety of projects, including rockfall evaluation and mitigation, storm damage assessment and repair, post-fire assessment and debris flow mitigation, fault hazard evaluation, seismic source characterization, geotechnical and structural instrumentation, and water conveyance inspections (canals, tunnels, penstocks).
In this capacity, the successful candidate will be responsible for the following:
- Organizes and performs geologic investigations to characterize and evaluate geologic/geotechnical conditions, and to identify geologic factors that could impact the design, construction, and/or long-term performance of engineered structures. Investigations may include field geologic mapping, subsurface exploration, and inspection of existing water storage and conveyance facilities.
- Compiles and analyzes geologic data, including geologic maps, aerial photographs, construction records, and other background document information.
- Applies standard practices and techniques, interprets and correlates geologic and laboratory data, prepares cross-sections and geologic maps, recognizes and resolves discrepancies in results using a systematic process.
- Routinely prepares field exploration work plans, job hazard assessments, and comprehensive technical reports with supporting figures and tables.
- Performs construction observation activities including: general grading, foundation preparation, instrumentation installation, scaling of rock slopes, and rockfall mitigation measure installation, etc.
- Adheres to project quality assurance/quality control, and health and safety protocols.
- Performs periodic client coordination and attends project meetings.
- Prepares project budgets, schedules, and reports needed to achieve project goals.
- Concurrently manages multiple small projects or tasks within larger projects; management includes tracking of project resources, scope, budgets, schedules, and deliverables.
- Directs lower level geosciences/engineering personnel to accomplish tasks.
- Assists with managing existing clients, developing new clients, and identifying new business opportunities.
EDUCATION | EXPERIENCE
What you will bring to our firm:
- BA/BS degree in Geology or related discipline.
- 5 – 10 years experience of increasing responsibility in engineering geology type projects.
- Current Professional Geologist (PG) license in California.
- Experience in developing, conducting, and managing engineering geology projects/tasks independently or as part of a larger team.
- Ability to thrive on a diverse, close-knit, and dynamic geology team and willingness to learn from experienced mentors.
- Strong, professional level oral and written communication skills.
- Proficient use of standard office software programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.).
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
What we prefer you bring:
- MS degree in Geology or related discipline.
- Certified Engineering Geologist registration in California.
- Experience with project management on multi-disciplinary teams.
- Experience primarily related to water conveyance/storage, hydropower, and infrastructure projects.
- Knowledge of geotechnical instrumentation equipment.
- Experience with assessing rock stability (in cut slopes and within tunnels), performing computer-based stereonet/kinematic analysis and rockfall simulations, and performing design of rock support/rockfall mitigation.
- Knowledge of various professional software tools (Rocscience suite, RockWorks, gINT, LiDAR/photogrammetry software, GIS, etc.).
- OSHA 40-hr. HAZWOPER Certification a plus.
- Rope access training or certification (e.g., SPRAT) a plus.
COMPENSATION
The salary range for this role is $93,000 - $137,000. Salary is dependent upon experience and geographic location.
FEATURED BENEFITS
- Hybrid (in-person and remote) work environment.
- Comprehensive benefits package including wellness programs, parental leave, and pet insurance, in addition to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
- Tax-deferred 401(k) savings plan.
- Competitive paid-time-off (PTO) accrual.
- Tuition reimbursement for continued education.
- Commitment to professional development, access to internal and external training programs, and support of active participation in professional organizations.
- Incentive compensation for eligible positions.
LOCATION
Location: Roseville, CA; Oakland, CA
EMPLOYMENT STATUS
Full-Time
CORE BUSINESS HOURS
8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
GFT does require the successful completion of a criminal background check for all advertised positions.
"California Applicants"
Applicants in the County of Los Angeles - Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.
Applicants in the City of San Francisco - Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Applicants in the State of California - Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the California Fair Chance Act.
GFT: Ingenuity That Shapes Lives™ is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veterans’ status or other characteristics protected by law.
Unsolicited resumes from third party agencies will be considered the property GFT.
INTRODUCTION
GFT is seeking a Geologist to join our Geotechnical, Dams and Hydraulics team in Roseville, CA or Oakland, CA! This role follows a hybrid work model, requiring regular attendance at the office.
Our specialists have the in-depth knowledge to excel on the most challenging geotechnical assignments. We provide innovative solutions for foundations; underground construction; earth structures, including dams and levees; groundwater resources; and marginal building sites. Our geotechnical engineers and geologists also specialize in landslides, sinkholes, mine subsidence, seepage, expansive soils, and seismic activity. We have completed more than 1,000 subsurface and geophysical projects across the U.S. – from small-scale projects to large, complex dams, highways, bridges, and underground structures.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Roseville office primarily supports hydroelectric clients and their related projects. As a Geologist, you will support geologic investigations to characterize and evaluate geologic/geotechnical conditions and to identify geologic factors that could impact the design, construction, and/or long-term performance of engineered structures. Project work performed and supported by this role includes geologic field reconnaissance mapping to identify and characterize geologic hazards, logging and sampling geotechnical borings, developing geologic models through interpretation of available surface/subsurface data, and preparing technical reports. You will assist with a wide variety of projects, including rockfall evaluation and mitigation, storm damage assessment and repair, post-fire assessment and debris flow mitigation, fault hazard evaluation, seismic source characterization, geotechnical and structural instrumentation, and water conveyance inspections (canals, tunnels, penstocks).
In this capacity, the successful candidate will be responsible for the following:
- Organizes and performs geologic investigations to characterize and evaluate geologic/geotechnical conditions, and to identify geologic factors that could impact the design, construction, and/or long-term performance of engineered structures. Investigations may include field geologic mapping, subsurface exploration, and inspection of existing water storage and conveyance facilities.
- Compiles and analyzes geologic data, including geologic maps, aerial photographs, construction records, and other background document information.
- Applies standard practices and techniques, interprets and correlates geologic and laboratory data, prepares cross-sections and geologic maps, recognizes and resolves discrepancies in results using a systematic process.
- Routinely prepares field exploration work plans, job hazard assessments, and comprehensive technical reports with supporting figures and tables.
- Performs construction observation activities including: general grading, foundation preparation, instrumentation installation, scaling of rock slopes, and rockfall mitigation measure installation, etc.
- Adheres to project quality assurance/quality control, and health and safety protocols.
- Performs periodic client coordination and attends project meetings.
- Prepares project budgets, schedules, and reports needed to achieve project goals.
- Concurrently manages multiple small projects or tasks within larger projects; management includes tracking of project resources, scope, budgets, schedules, and deliverables.
- Directs lower level geosciences/engineering personnel to accomplish tasks.
- Assists with managing existing clients, developing new clients, and identifying new business opportunities.
EDUCATION | EXPERIENCE
What you will bring to our firm:
- BA/BS degree in Geology or related discipline.
- 5 – 10 years experience of increasing responsibility in engineering geology type projects.
- Current Professional Geologist (PG) license in California.
- Experience in developing, conducting, and managing engineering geology projects/tasks independently or as part of a larger team.
- Ability to thrive on a diverse, close-knit, and dynamic geology team and willingness to learn from experienced mentors.
- Strong, professional level oral and written communication skills.
- Proficient use of standard office software programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.).
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
What we prefer you bring:
- MS degree in Geology or related discipline.
- Certified Engineering Geologist registration in California.
- Experience with project management on multi-disciplinary teams.
- Experience primarily related to water conveyance/storage, hydropower, and infrastructure projects.
- Knowledge of geotechnical instrumentation equipment.
- Experience with assessing rock stability (in cut slopes and within tunnels), performing computer-based stereonet/kinematic analysis and rockfall simulations, and performing design of rock support/rockfall mitigation.
- Knowledge of various professional software tools (Rocscience suite, RockWorks, gINT, LiDAR/photogrammetry software, GIS, etc.).
- OSHA 40-hr. HAZWOPER Certification a plus.
- Rope access training or certification (e.g., SPRAT) a plus.
COMPENSATION
The salary range for this role is $93,000 - $137,000. Salary is dependent upon experience and geographic location.
FEATURED BENEFITS
- Hybrid (in-person and remote) work environment.
- Comprehensive benefits package including wellness programs, parental leave, and pet insurance, in addition to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
- Tax-deferred 401(k) savings plan.
- Competitive paid-time-off (PTO) accrual.
- Tuition reimbursement for continued education.
- Commitment to professional development, access to internal and external training programs, and support of active participation in professional organizations.
- Incentive compensation for eligible positions.
LOCATION
Location: Roseville, CA; Oakland, CA
EMPLOYMENT STATUS
Full-Time
CORE BUSINESS HOURS
8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
GFT does require the successful completion of a criminal background check for all advertised positions.
"California Applicants"
Applicants in the County of Los Angeles - Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.
Applicants in the City of San Francisco - Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Applicants in the State of California - Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the California Fair Chance Act.
GFT: Ingenuity That Shapes Lives™ is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veterans’ status or other characteristics protected by law.
Unsolicited resumes from third party agencies will be considered the property GFT.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding TN Visa Sponsorship in Environmental Geologist
Align your credentials to TN requirements
The TN visa category for Geologist requires a bachelor's degree or higher in geology or a closely related geoscience field. A degree in environmental science alone may draw scrutiny, so pull your official transcripts and confirm your degree title maps directly to geology before applying.
Target firms with active federal contracts
Environmental consulting firms holding EPA, Army Corps of Engineers, or state environmental agency contracts file TN sponsorship far more routinely than general engineering firms. Filter your job search to companies advertising remediation, NEPA compliance, or Phase II site assessment work.
Ask for a TN support letter early
Request your employer's TN support letter before you resign from any current position. The letter must describe your role, salary, and duration of employment. Missing or vague letters are the leading cause of port-of-entry delays for geologists entering under TN status.
Use Migrate Mate to find verified sponsoring employers
Search Environmental Geologist roles on Migrate Mate to find employers with recent visa filings who demonstrate experience sponsoring work visas. This filters out postings where sponsorship is listed as possible but the employer lacks demonstrated visa sponsorship experience, saving weeks of outreach to employers who may be unfamiliar with the sponsorship process.
Prepare Canadian applicants for port-of-entry processing
Canadian citizens don't need a visa stamp and can request TN status directly at a land border or airport CBP checkpoint. Bring your degree certificate, the employer support letter, and any professional licensure documents. CBP officers assess specialty occupation eligibility on the spot.
Understand Mexican applicants face a separate consular process
Mexican citizens must apply for a TN visa at a U.S. consulate in Mexico, which involves a DS-160, a visa application fee, and a consular interview. Schedule the interview as soon as your employer issues the support letter, since appointment availability varies significantly by consulate location.
Environmental Geologist TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does Environmental Geologist qualify for TN visa status?
Yes. The TN visa covers Geologists and Geophysicists under the USMCA treaty, and Environmental Geologist roles fall within that category when the position requires applying geological principles to environmental assessment, remediation, or site investigation. Your degree must be in geology or a directly related geoscience discipline, and your employer must issue a formal job offer letter describing specialty duties.
How does TN compare to H-1B for Environmental Geologist roles?
TN is faster and more predictable for this role. H-1B visa requires entering an annual lottery with roughly a 25% selection rate for most applicants, and winners wait until October 1 to begin work. TN has no lottery, no cap for Canadians, and Canadian citizens can obtain status at a port of entry the same day. The trade-off is that TN doesn't support dual intent toward a green card the way H-1B does.
What documents does an Environmental Geologist need for TN sponsorship?
You need a university degree in geology or an equivalent geoscience field, an employer support letter that describes the role, your credentials, and the employment period, and government-issued identification. If your degree is in a related field like environmental science, adding a professional geologist license or supporting coursework documentation strengthens the application at the port of entry or consulate.
How can I find Environmental Geologist jobs with TN sponsorship?
Search Migrate Mate, which is built specifically for TN visa job seekers and surfaces Environmental Geologist postings from employers with verified sponsorship history. This is more reliable than general job boards, where sponsorship availability is often listed speculatively or only confirmed late in the hiring process, after significant time has already been invested.
Can I switch Environmental Geologist employers on a TN visa?
Yes, but TN status is employer-specific, so you can't simply transfer it. Your new employer must prepare a fresh support letter, and you'll need to either apply for a new TN at a port of entry or consulate, or file a change of employer petition with USCIS if you're already inside the U.S. Starting that process before your current role ends avoids any gap in authorized work status.