Junior to Intermediate Hydrogeologist

This is a unique opportunity to work with a team of over 50 hydrogeologists, engineers and soil scientists on hydrogeology and contaminated sites projects across Western Canada. Waterline’s senior staff with 10 years to over 35 years of experience are dedicated to guiding and mentoring our staff. There is no better place to learn and advance your career in hydrogeology.

Preference will be given to individuals currently residing in Alberta or BC.

QUALIFICATIONS
- Graduate or undergraduate degree in hydrogeology, geology, geological engineering, engineering geology, environmental engineering or related discipline or an environmental technician degree,
- Three to five years of relevant consulting and/or industry experience,
- Excellent communicator, both verbally and written and team player,
- Strong work ethic with well-developed organizational and time management skills,
- Interested in a field and office-based role for at least the first two to three years at Waterline so that new employees can become well practiced in the fundamentals of hydrogeology and environmental consulting,
- Experience with drilling techniques, installation of monitoring wells and soil and groundwater sampling procedures,
- Experience with environmental site assessments and remediation,
- Experience using water level meters, data loggers, EC meters, etc. to gather hydrogeological and environmental data,
- Experience designing and implementing slug testing programs,
- Practical experience or course work in data management utilizing 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.). Additional safety certification may be required, depending on the nature of the project but can be completed in advance of work.
- Possesses professional designation or eligible for registration with APEGA, AIA, or ASPB.
- Applicants must have legal authorization to work in Canada with no restrictions; and

JOB DUTIES
- Interacting and reporting to clients and intermediate and senior project managers at Waterline;
- Developing work plans for Phase I and II environmental site assessments and remediation projects;
- Planning and executing Phase I, and II environmental site assessment programs;
- Supervising field drilling, well installation, and water quality sampling;
- Compiling and interpreting complex assessment data, conducting data gap analyses, and preparing conceptual site models;
- Developing site specific guidelines, risk assessments and risk and/or remedial actions plans;
- Working with senior staff to develop risk-based strategies to manage complex contaminated sites;
- Planning and executing complex remediation projects including in-situ and ex-situ remediation;
- Compiling field notes and preparing report-ready graphs, figures, and tables; and
- Proposal and report writing.

Compensation

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
- Full-time employment
- Competitive base salary
- Investment allowance
- Field and office bonuses to top performers
- Comprehensive benefits package that includes a health spending account and life insurance
- Opportunity for ownership

**Salary**: $25.00-$38.59 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Flexible schedule
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision care

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday
- Overtime

Supplemental pay types:

- Bonus pay
- Overtime pay

Ability to commute/relocate:

- EDMONTON, AB: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Application question(s):

- Are you legally permitted to work in Canada?
- Do you have a valid driver's license?

**Education**:

- Bachelor's Degree (required)

Willingness to travel:

- 50% (required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in EDMONTON, AB