Hydrogeologist (Hiring Immediately)

• Logistical planning and supervision of field tasks for hydrogeological characterization studies
• Providing technical guidance on field tasks under direct supervision of a field project manager and working collaboratively as a part of a multi-disciplinary team
• Responsibility for field operations, which includes preparing and describing drill cutting samples in both basin-fill and hard rock geologic settings, characterizing hydrogeologic conditions and contacts, and reviewing and interpreting borehole geophysical logs
• Overseeing well installation and well development, which includes inspecting and documenting materials, verifying compliance with technical specifications, and coordinating drilling contractor activities
• Observing and documenting well development, rehabilitation, and pump installation
• Leading various types of aquifer tests and other field investigations with guidance and support
• Measuring water levels, downloading dataloggers, and maintaining project-specific datasets
• Installing, configuring, or modifying instrumentation and telemetry systems related to groundwater and surface water monitoring
• Collecting and documenting water and soil samples and measure water quality parameters
• Following applicable health and safety protocols, regulations policies, and procedures
• Maintaining detailed field notes and communicating daily activities to project managers and clients

• Develop scopes of work, sampling and analysis plans, drilling program technical specifications, and health and safety plans
• Interpret hydrogeologic data including lithologic data with geophysical logs, groundwater and streamflow hydrographs, aquifer tests, and groundwater chemistry
• Prepare detailed lithologic logs, schematic diagrams, hydrographs, and map figures
• Prepare water and soil sample documentation and submit samples to laboratories
• Use spreadsheets and graphing software to create data tables and plots to analyze field data
• Process and analyze pumping test data to determine hydraulic parameters and estimate production capacity
• Manage, configure, and modify instrumentation remotely and integrate data to in-house data management systems
• Prepare data summaries, presentations, and technical reports/memos
• Participate in client meetings/teleconferences to present program results and recommendations

• Strong 3-7 years of work experience in field-based investigations including overseeing and managing water well drilling, construction, development, and aquifer testing
• Experience providing logistical support for hydrogeological site characterizations to meet study objectives
• Ability to effectively and collaboratively communicate a variety of technical and logistical information among different stakeholders and multi-disciplinary teams
• Knowledge of well design fundamentals including well construction materials and applications, sizing of filter pack material and/or formation stabilizer, types of well screen and applications, and Arizona well construction standards
• Competency in lithological logging methodologies for water wells or piezometers
• Experience preparing technical specifications for the drilling, construction, and testing of water wells
• Undergraduate degree in geology, hydrology, engineering, or related field; graduate degree preferred
• Eligibility for registration as a Professional Geologist in the USA
• Consulting experience is a plus
• Able and willing to travel to out-of-town field locations
• Able and willing to work up to 14 hours per day with potential night shifts; field tours can range from 1 day to 2 weeks
• Ability to lift 50 pounds and perform the following actions: standing for long periods of time, stooping/kneeling/crouching, and walking/hiking on uneven terrain
• Able to use electrical and electronic test instruments and hand and power tools
• Strong organizational, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills
• Proficiency with industry-standard software: Microsoft Office Suite, ArcGIS, AQTESOLV
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and positive and enthusiastic attitude
• Possession of a reliable vehicle and valid U.S. driver's license with clean driving record
• Ability to legally work in the U.S.; must pass background check and drug test if requested

• Competitive benefits and salary in an expanding team-oriented company
• Dynamic work environment with safety and technical training provided by the company
• Challenging and collaborative multidisciplinary projects
• On the job mentoring by senior professionals
• Western U.S. projects and travel opportunities
• Medical, dental, vision insurance, flexible Spending Account, HRA
• Long- and short-term disability
• Life/AD&D insurance
• Vacation, holiday, personal, and sick leave
• Paid parental leave
• Employer matching 401k retirement plan

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