Hydrogeologist

RK&K is seeking a Geologist or Hydrogeologist to join our Environmental / Water Resources Team in the Mid-Atlantic. As an RK&K environmental scientist you will be actively involved in a diversity of water resource related projects for local utilities, government agencies and private companies to protect the environment, and provide water supply and water management solutions throughout RK&Ks regional footprint.

Essential Functions

• Prepare task documentation and progress summary reports
• Prepare lithologic descriptions and geologic profiles and summaries for water supply wells
• Observe and document well construction activity to ensure compliance with State regulations, agency permits and design specifications
• Perform on site activities, including well construction and testing inspection and well rehabilitation procedures or inspection in remote locations
• Interact with clients and regulatory agencies
• Collaborate with other water resource and environmental professionals
• Permit compliance and construction inspection for deep water supply wells and Class I underground injection control (UIC) wells

Required Skills and experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Geosciences, Environmental Sciences or equivalent, Masters preferred
• Minimum 8+ years of relevant experience
• Professional registration in NC and/or Va with ability to become registered as necessary within RK&K’s regional footprint
• Experienced with MODFLOW / MT3DMS, SEAWAT
• Experience with permit compliance and construction inspection
• Team-oriented
• Adept at juggling multiple tasks in various geographies
• Excellent at written and verbal communication
• Motivated to find creative solutions to environmental problems
• Excited to work outdoors in all seasons
• Ability to travel to project sites and work outside

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Master’s Degree in Geology, Hydrogeology, or equivalent
• Experience with field documentation methods and technical writing
• OSHA HAzCom Training
• Lithologic identification, geosciences background, construction monitoring, with CADD, and GIS experience considered a plus.
• CPR/First Aid training

Other Duties

This job description indicates the general nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, abilities, and other essential functions (as covered under ADA). It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all activities and duties required by the employee. Other duties are assigned as required.

What We Offer

RK&K offers excellent potential for career advancement and professional growth. We also offer attractive compensation packages commensurate with experience and a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Health, dental, vision, life and disability insurances
• Paid parental leave
• Wellness programs and employee resource groups
• Career development
• Matching 401(k) plan
• Paid Holidays
• Much Much more!

Why RK&K?

As a full-service engineering and construction management firm, RK&K gives you the opportunity to directly impact the communities in which we live and work. What sets RK&K apart is an award-winning culture that has fostered a spirit of collaboration and trust for over 100 years. To its clients, the firm delivers concepts, processes, and outcomes that are designed for success. RK&K has earned its reputation as a trusted partner, responsive employer, and community steward.

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RK&K IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER – RK&K ensures non-discrimination and equal employment opportunity in all programs and activities in accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. If you need more information or special assistance for persons with disabilities, you may contact Human Resources at 410-728-2900. Persons with hearing-and speech-impairments can contact RK&K by using the Virginia Relay Service, a toll-free telecommunication device for the deaf (TDD). Call 711 for TTY/TDD or use the website www.varelay.org. If you need more information on special assistance regarding limited English proficiency, contact your RK&K office receptionist and they will be able to direct you to: 1) an individual with our company that speaks your language; 2) an outside service that can assist you in communicating with RK&K; or 3) you may also contact Human Resources at: 410-728-2900