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Alexa Dodson

Richmond,VA

Summary

Experienced geologist with a background in environmental and geotechnical services, specializing in the energy and mining sectors. Most familiar with managing field explorations and conducting environmental sampling activities, and has started assisting in drafting project proposals, work scopes, and technical reports.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Staff Geologist II

Haley and Aldrich
Richmond, VA
08.2021 - Current

Led geotechnical field programs including oversight of drill teams using hollow stem auger (HSA), mud rotary, sonic, and air rotary drilling methods.

Executed geotechnical and environmental field explorations using ASTM methods for soil and rock classification.

Conducted comprehensive environmental sampling and analysis, including groundwater and soil sampling using techniques such as low-flow sampling with bladder and peristaltic pumps, and PID sampling.

Facilitated effective client coordination and communication, managing interactions to ensure alignment with project goals.

Assisted with project proposals and report drafting, including contacting subcontractors and ensuring compliance with environmental reporting standards.

Geophysical Intern

Virginia Tech
Blacksburg, VA
06.2021 - 08.2024

Conducted geophysical fieldwork of the earth’s Critical Zone through GPR, seismic, ERI, and XRF surveys of soil and bedrock localities.

Authored SOPs of geophysical equipment and maintained a logbook of the collected data.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Geology

Virginia Tech
Blacksburg, VA
05-2021

Skills

  • USCS/ VDOT Soil Classification
  • Site Surveying
  • Environmental Sampling
  • Field Program Oversight
  • Client and Subcontractor Coordination
  • Technical Writing

Certification

  • Geologist in Training (GIT)
  • 40-Hour OSHA Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response (HAZWOPER) Training

Timeline

Staff Geologist II

Haley and Aldrich
08.2021 - Current

Geophysical Intern

Virginia Tech
06.2021 - 08.2024

Bachelor of Science - Geology

Virginia Tech
Alexa Dodson