Geologist II/ Hydrogeologist II
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Geology, Hydrogeology, Environmental Science or closely related field.
- At least five (5) years of professional experience as a hydrogeologist, geologist or closely aligned profession. Advanced degrees (Master's or Ph.D.) in one of the above fields may be considered in lieu of the required experience.
- OSHA 40 Hour HAZWOPER Certification (or ability to obtain certification within 2 months).
- Demonstrated experience conducting Phase I Environmental Site Assessments, Phase II Environmental Site Assessments and similar contaminated site investigations involving sample collection and analysis of multiple media that may include soil, soil gas, groundwater, surface water, and sediment.
- Experience with developing quality assurance project plans, sampling and analysis plans, and/or waste management plans. Developing these plans in accordance with CERCLA and RCRA is a plus.
- Experience conducting technical evaluations and data computation to evaluate support compliance and contaminant fate and transport evaluations.
- Demonstrated knowledge of conceptual site models and the ability to critically analyze these models to identify data gaps and inform field investigation scoping activities.
- Demonstrated experience overseeing drilling, well installation, and pump tests in consolidated and unconsolidated formations.
- Demonstrated basic working skills with GIS, Microsoft Office suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word), Blue Beam/similar pdf software.
- Strong technical writing skills.
- Self-motivated, able to work independently and as part of a team.
Preferred Qualifications
- Professional Geologist (PG) certification or geologist in training (GIT) status with near term pursuit of PG certification.
- Prior experience with Idaho, Oregon, Washington, and Federal environmental regulations (CERCLA, RCRA, CWA, CAA, etc.).
- Prior geological/hydrogeological experience in Idaho or surrounding northwest states.
- Experience developing Geographic Information System (GIS) projects and coverages in Arcview/ArcGIS.
- Experience conducting site investigation using high resolution site characterization techniques.
- Experience with environmental permitting.
- Basic knowledge of Idaho well construction regulations a plus.
- Experience preparing technical reports, well diagrams and boring logs.
- Ability and willingness to perform physically demanding tasks in adverse environmental conditions (rugged terrain, remote locations, hot and cold temperatures).
- Local candidates preferred.
Why HDR
At HDR, we know work isn't only about who you work for it's also about what you do and how you do it. Led by the strength of our values and a culture shaped by employee ownership, we network with each other, build on each other's contributions, and collaborate together to make great things possible. When you join HDR, we give you license to do the same. We help you take charge of your career, giving you multiple growth opportunities along the way.
