Waterline is seeking a junior hydrogeologist or environmental consultant based out of Calgary or Edmonton, Alberta. This is a unique opportunity to work with a team of over 80 hydrogeologists, environmental geoscientists, engineers, environmental scientists, GIS specialists, computer programmers, and support staff on hydrogeology projects across Western Canada. Candidates transitioning from exploration geology, well site geology, or other sectors will also be considered. There is no better place to learn and advance your career in hydrogeology or contaminated sites than Waterline Resources.
Preference will be given to individuals currently residing in Alberta or BC.
QUALIFICATIONS
The successful candidate must have a university degree and be a critical thinker with highly developed problem-solving skills. We are seeking specific qualifications as follows:
•Graduate or undergraduate degree in hydrogeology, geology, geological engineering or engineering geology, environmental engineering or related discipline,
•None to four years of relevant consulting and/or industry experience,
•Professional designation or eligibility confirmed with APEGA, EGBC, AIA or ASPB.
•Interested in a primarily field-based role with some office work for at least the first two to five years at Waterline so that new employees can become well practiced in the fundamentals of hydrogeology and environmental consulting.
•Strong work ethic with well-developed organizational and time management skills.
•Detail-oriented with excellent communication skills.
•Experience with drilling techniques, installation of monitoring and production wells and soil and groundwater sampling procedures,
•Experience with environmental site assessments, remediation and/or reclamation,
•Experience using water level meters, data loggers, EC meters, electronic submersible pumps, etc. to gather hydrogeological and environmental data,
•Experience designing and implementing slug test and aquifer pumping testing programs,
•Practical experience or course work in data manipulation using data management tools such as Excel, MS Access, and QGIS
•Required to have or be able to obtain standard oilfield tickets (e.g., H2S Alive, First Aid, and Ground Disturbance, Transportation of Dangerous Goods, Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System, etc.).
•Candidates must be comfortable working in field settings, including remote locations and winter weather.
•Applicants must have legal authorization to work in Canada with no restrictions.
•Preference will be given to candidates with Western Canada relevant work experience.
JOB DUTIES
The job will involve execution of projects related to environmental monitoring and assessment, remediation, water supply development, and other environmental applications. The work will include the following:
•Interacting and reporting to clients and intermediate and senior project managers at Waterline,
•Completing Phase I, II, and III environmental site assessments, including in-situ and ex-situ remediation,
•Supervising field drilling, well installation, and water quality sampling,
•Setting up and conducting/monitoring short and long-term well and aquifer tests,
•Compiling field notes and preparing report-ready graphs, figures, and tables, and
•Proposal and report writing.
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This is your opportunity to collaborate with our community of technical experts, including Principal and Senior environmental scientists, hydrogeologists and engineers, who each have between 10 to 35 years of experience. The position offers:
•Flexible and friendly working environment based on a healthy work/life balance
•Formal mentorship program
•Field and office bonuses to top performers
•Comprehensive benefits package that includes a health spending account and life insurance
In keeping with our Health & Safety Policy, individuals in safety sensitive positions are subject to pre-employment, pre-access (and in some client cases, random) alcohol & drug testing as well as drivers abstract reviews.
Waterline offers a comprehensive compensation package. We are also committed to flexible work hours and schedules, team-based work, training opportunities, and rewarding our star performers. While we appreciate all applications we receive, please be advised that only candidates that meet the qualification requirements will be contacted.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $30.00 per hour
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Work Location: Hybrid remote in Calgary, AB T2G 3A5
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