Hydrogeologist

At Haley & Aldrich , a 900+ person national engineering and environmental consulting firm, our creative, technically strong staff work collaboratively to deliver exceptional value to clients.

We look for professionals with a passion for solving complex challenges and for creating change, which is a vital part of our culture, no matter what role a staff member holds.

Make sure to apply with all the requested information, as laid out in the job overview below.

We are looking to add new talent to our growing team! We are currently seeking a Hydrogeologist to work in a technical support role to support complex projects with collaborative, multidisciplinary project teams.

The successful candidate will be a self-motivated problem solver with an attention to detail and must be capable of understanding and accurately extrapolating technical data and information to solve problems and create technically accurate verbal and written communications.

This full-time, hybrid position will be based out of our Costa Mesa, CA office.

DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES

The successful candidate will :

• Conduct routine data collection, synthesis, and analysis using approved procedures appropriate for their discipline.
• Assist in identifying technical issues and approaches for evaluation.
• Be able to learn and apply local, state, and federal regulations.
• Oversee site groundwater investigation activities including drilling, well construction, field mapping, and environmental sampling of different media (periodic travel to investigation sites in support of performing field investigation activities is required).
• Perform other routine fieldwork activities including but not limited to lithologic mapping / descriptions, slug and pump testing, aquifer testing, and surface water measurements / groundwater quality sampling.
• Document project-related activities in the field and office using electronic and written documentation.
• Analyze and assess field geologic / hydrogeology data and related information to assess trends, groundwater flow mapping, and groundwater quality impacts.
• Draft technical sections of project communications, work plans, proposals / scoping, and reports.
• Perform all work in accordance with company and client Health & Safety protocols.
• Comply with the Guiding Principles and Code of Behavior articulated in our Company Charter.

SKILLS / EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree in Geology or Hydrogeology.
• 5-10 years of related office and field work experience.
• Has applied, or has interest and ability to apply for Professional Geologist or Certified Hydrogeologist license.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Field Investigation skills and experience.
• Experience with groundwater, surface water, and soil sampling.
• Experience with drilling and construction of water wells and monitoring wells.
• Experience with field hydrological data collection, aquifer testing, slug testing, and groundwater analysis.
• Experience / proficiency in the development of field sampling workplans and programs is a plus.
• Strong computer literacy skills including proficiency in MS Office software.
• Familiarity and / or demonstrated skills using Power BI, groundwater modeling, and data visualization tools is a plus.
• OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER training preferred but not required.

About Haley & Aldrich

Haley & Aldrich is committed to delivering the value our clients need from their capital, operations, and environmental projects.

Our one-team approach allows us to draw from our 900 engineers, scientists, and constructors in more than 35 offices for creative collaboration and expert perspectives.

Since our founding in 1957, we have had one goal in all we do : deliver long-term value efficiently, no matter how straightforward or complex the challenge.

Learn more at haleyaldrich.com.

Haley & Aldrich is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender, race, age, disability, veteran, or any other legally protected status.

We offer excellent career growth, a highly competitive total compensation plan, and a solid benefits package. Interested candidates should apply on our Careers page.

The salary range for this position in Costa Mesa, CA is $90,000 - $115,000 annually . Actual compensation will be based upon a variety of factors such as education, related work experience, certificates, skills, and current market conditions.

Haley & Aldrich reviews salary ranges each quarter to assess competitiveness with the market.

Note to external search firms : Haley & Aldrich does not accept unsolicited resumes and will not be obligated to pay a placement fee for unsolicited resumes.

Please do not send resumes to Haley & Aldrich employees. Please work through a Talent Acquisition Manager.

ACCOMMODATIONS FOR APPLICANTS WITH DISABILITIES AND LIMITED ENGLISH PROFICIENCY

Haley & Aldrich, an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse workforce. In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veterans’ Readjustment Act of 1974, Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and pursuant to Executive Order 13166, applicants with disabilities or limited English proficiency that require accommodation in the job application process may contact 1-617-886-7400 for assistance.

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