Exploration Geologist

Are you looking for an exciting career in road, highway, and bridge construction? Construction Resources Management of the Walbec Group has a place for hard working, loyal, and driven people like you. Come work with us as a Exploration Geologist and enjoy a family-focused, progressive culture. Our approach is driven by an involved focus on Safety and efficiency, resulting in us being a leader in the heavy and highway construction industry.

The Company:

The Walbec Group of companies is currently in its third generation of family leadership producing high-quality construction materials and delivering unparalleled professional design, engineering, and construction services.

• Multi-year Milwaukee Business Journal Best Place to Work honoree and a Best Place to Work by Employ Humanity.
• Multi-year Employ Humanity Best Internship Program honoree

• Associated with many exciting state, municipal, federal, and commercial projects. Check out our website for a complete list of interesting projects. walbecgroup.com
• Proud Partner of the Green Bay Packers.

The Position:

• Exploration / Property Evaluation
  • Collaborate with Land Resources Manager and Manufacturing Area Managers to develop short and long term strategic plan for aggregate resource utilization and exploration on a DOT, regional and global level.
  • Identify and secure both undeveloped lands for development of aggregate sources and existing aggregate sources that meet the needs of the strategic plan evaluating such factors as location, geology, market needs, and permitting regulations.
  • Evaluate geology and reserves of potential property and site acquisitions including new greenfield sources and property opportunities.
  • Identify and contact landowners and other parties with interest in desired properties.
  • Negotiate and draft leases and purchase contracts with landowners.
  • Test and evaluate potential aggregate site properties to determine the quantity and quality of materials and the ability of the property to be operated as an aggregate source.
  • Prepare detailed reports and maps detailing estimated reserves and quality.
  • Identify and coordinate additional testing needed to further evaluate a potential site, i.e. pump test.
  • Help determine what deposits/resources can be operated in an efficient and cost effective manner.
  • Maintain good communication and relationship with land owners and contractors.
  • Prepare evaluation reports for potential property acquisitions
  • Liaison with Environmental Manager on new property acquisitions.
• Aggregate Site Utilization
  • Advise Mine Planners on preparation and implementation of Mine Plans and Reclamation Plans that integrate the geology of deposit and help determine how deposits/resources can be operated in an efficient and cost effective manner
  • Assist Site Managers with testing and exploration of existing aggregate sites already owned by the Walbec Group.
  • Work with Mine Planners to update remaining reserve estimates at active aggregate sites.
  • Coordinate all applicable updates to GIS system with Land Information Administrator
• Permitting
  • Review local zoning ordinances to determine the required zoning and/or permits necessary for extraction.
  • Prepare zoning and permit applications for new conditional use permits.
  • Attend county board, town board and other governmental meetings.
  • Insure compliance with any conditions given by local governments.
  • Maintain good communication and positive relationship with government officials.
  • Advise production manager and supervisors of any conditions pertaining to specific sites.
• Safety
  • Work with safety manager, manufacturing managers and field personnel to learn MSHA laws and regulations and promote safety within the organization.

The Benefits:

Team members at the Walbec Group are offered competitive pay and benefits that align with our values while supporting good health and a balanced life now and into the future. Additionally, we offer a range of opportunities for professional development and career growth that help us all to be successful.

We have the usual suspects like dental, vision, life, flex, EAP, PTO and holidays. We are big fans of our "no premium medical plan" and HRA contribution (with participation in wellness initiatives), company-paid short-and long-term disability with company contribution, paid parental leave, profit sharing, and a robust Walbec training program.

The Candidate:

• Bachelor's degree in geology, geological engineering or comparable experience
• Minimum of 3-5+ years of experience
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Ability to travel locally and regionally
• Intermediate experience with Microsoft Office applications to include Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Access
• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously
• AUTO CADD, GIS or other computer design software experience preferred
• Self-directed and motivated
• Take initiative to identify and anticipate organizational needs and make recommendations for implementation

Why Should You Apply?

First, because we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive culture here at the Walbec Group. Our leadership understands the unique abilities and differences of our team members drive innovation and growth. When you choose Walbec, you'll be welcomed into a supportive environment where all team members feel heard, respected, and valued.

• Excellent wages and benefits packages.
• Job security in our role as an essential company providing infrastructure services.
• Growth opportunities working alongside and learning from experienced industry professionals.
• Be involved in innovative and exciting projects throughout the local area and the state.
• Family-oriented, supportive culture.

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative Action employer and it is our practice to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants. In addition, it is the policy of the Company to comply with applicable federal, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in each locality in which the Company has employees. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply

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