At GeoScience, we pride ourselves on the wealth of expertise within our esteemed team of geologists and soil scientists. Each member of our staff possesses a remarkable tenure of at least 28 years with our firm, symbolizing their unwavering commitment and extensive knowledge in their respective fields. Moreover, a number of our team members bring with them significant environmental backgrounds that surpass the duration of their tenure at GeoScience, furthering the depth of experience within our organization.
TIMOTHY L. CRUMBIE – President, B.S., CPG.
Tim is a Registered Professional Geologist in Kentucky and Tennessee and is credentialed as a Certified Professional Geologist through the American Institute of Professional Geologists (AIPG). Tim received his Bachelor of Science degree in Geology from Eastern Kentucky University in 1986 and has more than 35 years of professional experience.
From 1987 through 1990, Tim worked as a field geologist performing geotechnical investigations, soil and groundwater investigations on RCRA and CERCLA sites, and installing groundwater monitoring and recovery systems. Prior to joining Spade Corporation in January 1992, Tim was an environmental inspector at a municipal health department where his responsibilities included reviewing and issuing asbestos abatement permits, inspecting asbestos abatement job sites, serving as a public information officer, and was a member of the Hazardous Materials Response Team. Tim’s employment with Spade transitioned into a career with GeoScience, where he was named Executive Vice President in 1998, and President in February of 2001.
Tim is an active member of the Geological Society of Kentucky (GSK), National Groundwater Association (NGWA), and the AIPG, where he has held several positions including President, Treasurer and Secretary. In 2009, Tim served as the national Vice President for AIPG.
ROB EUBANKS – Vice President, B.S.
Rob earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Soil Science from Eastern Kentucky University (EKU) in 1993. During his tenure at EKU, Rob served as a research assistant in soil studies and supervised the operations of the soils laboratory. While attending EKU, he secured a position as a field technician at a geotechnical firm, where he conducted soil testing both in the field and in the laboratory. Since joining GeoScience in February 1994, Rob has amassed an extensive range of professional expertise in the environmental sector, culminating in his current role as the Vice President of GeoScience.
Rob has successfully overseen a diverse portfolio of projects across Kentucky and its neighboring states, catering to a wide spectrum of clients including individuals, commercial and industrial enterprises, as well as municipal entities. His project management experience encompasses various environmental investigations such as site assessments and investigations; underground storage tank evaluations and removals; hazardous and non-hazardous waste management; emergency response incidents, soil and groundwater remediation, and wetlands assessment and permitting. Additionally, Rob has been actively involved in stormwater management and permitting, as well as lead-based paint and asbestos inspections and abatement.
In order to stay abreast of the latest advancements in his field, he has consistently pursued continuing education courses in bioremediation, vapor intrusion, stormwater management, and other pertinent environmental topics. Moreover, Rob diligently maintains his 40-hour HAZWOPER (Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response) certification, inclusive of annual refresher courses. Furthermore, he is certified as a lead and asbestos inspector in Kentucky and maintains an active membership with the National Groundwater Association (NGWA) and the Kentucky Stormwater Association (KSA).
GIL W. CUMBEE – Senior Geologist, B.S., CPG.
Gil is a Registered Professional Geologist in Kentucky, Indiana, Tennessee, Arkansas, Alabama, Louisiana and Missouri. Gil obtained his B.S. degree in Chemistry with minors in Geology and Biology from Hanover College. He has also completed several graduate-level courses in Kentucky and Oklahoma. Before joining an environmental firm, Gil spent 10 years as a mid-continent Petroleum Geologist. Since 1981, he has served as an environmental project manager responsible for RCRA, hazardous and non-hazardous UST investigations and remediation projects.
Gil joined the GeoScience family as a full-time project manager in August 1995. Since that time, he has managed all aspects of a number of underground storage tank sites, and in 2001, was named Vice President of the company. Gil is a Certified Monitoring Well Driller in Kentucky, West Virginia and Tennessee and has been a member of the Geological Society of America (GSA) and the American Association of Petroleum Geologists (AAPG) since 1978. He is also an active member of the National Ground Water Association (NGWA), the American Institute of Professional Geologists (AIPG), and the Geological Society of Kentucky (GSK).
MARLENE H. JAMES – Office Manager
Marlene worked as an accounting clerk for Spade Corporation from 1983 until 1992, when she joined the GeoScience family as Office Manager. Prior to working for Spade, Marlene gained applicable experience working in private and public sectors. She has over 30 years of experience in the accounting field and has extensive experience with fund reimbursement projects.