Location: Portland, OR
Company: GSI Water Solutions
resources and ensure the long-term sustainability and reliability of this invaluable resource. As an example, we have long been a champion of using aquifer storage and recovery technologies to save water for drought conditions and provide environmental benefits to fish and streams which may be impacted by development and climate change.
We are seeking a skilled hydrogeologist in our Portland, Oregon, office with experience in groundwater resources to help manage a thriving and growing base of groundwater supply projects in Oregon and Washington. This is an exciting opportunity to join a passionate, high-performing team of professionals making a positive impact in the water industry at
an employee-owned company. This is a mid-level professional position that will be responsible for the timely and accurate completion of all sized projects. Primary Responsibilities Technical: Assist with projects involving aquifer characterization, aquifer storage and recovery, aquifer recharge, water well design and construction, aquifer testing, well rehabilitation and maintenance, and groundwater resource protection.
Collaborate with staff, clients, stakeholders, and teaming partners to address groundwater management challenges. Assists with the development of proposals, scopes of work, and project budgets. Generate technical specifications and contractor bidding documents for well
drilling and rehabilitation projects. Generate work plans, technical reports, and memorandums.
Manage tasks on multiple projects simultaneously. Mentor entry-level technical staff. Attend and present at professional conferences and seminars. Travel, Field Work, and Work Environment GSI offers a hybrid work schedule to our staff with flexible work hours. The ideal candidate will live in the Portland area and be available to work in the Portland office a minimum of two days per week. General field activities consist of site visits and project/client meetings. Because GSI supports clients across the state of Oregon and Washington, the successful applicant will be able to travel to other field sites outside of the Portland Metropolitan Area.
Travel to other company offices may be required as needed. Approximately 10 to 15 percent of work time will be spent traveling and working in the field and/or to project/client meetings. The role requires frequent computer use in an office setting and may require sitting for long periods of time at their desk. Must be comfortable working long hours from time-to-time to meet project deadlines. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Certificates, Licenses, Registrations Desire to obtain an Oregon RG or Washington PG (preferably Washington LHG or California CHG) or Oregon PE in civil engineering with a water resources specialty.
Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record. Minimum Qualifications BS degree in geology, hydrogeology, or closely related field. 3 to 5 years of water resources planning, water supply development, and/or groundwater experience. Experience in the technical responsibilities listed above. Valued Education and Experience MS degree in hydrogeology or geology, or MS degree in civil engineering, water resources engineering, or planning, environmental engineering.
Experience in the water resources and/or water rights consulting fields. Success Factors An understanding of the technical complexities of groundwater resource and management issues in Oregon and Washington. Excellent technical skills with the ability to independently organize and manage work efforts of various types. Excellent verbal and written communication, organizational, and report-writing skills. Ability to work independently and in teams. A self-starter with an entrepreneurial character. Emotional intelligence and humility. Appreciation for diversity.
Service and action oriented. Benefits Employee ownership through an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) Medical, Dental, Vision, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, and Life Insurance Access to medical and dependent-care flexible spending accounts Generous and flexible paid time off 401(k) with employer match Cell phone benefit to assist with the cost of using a personal cell phone for business purposes Reimbursement for professional registrations and renewals Tuition reimbursement program Paid time off for certification and licensing exams Paid memberships in professional organizations Flexible work schedules About GSI GSI is a specialized groundwater, environmental, and water resources consulting firm with offices in Oregon and California.
We take pride in being a company that treats its employees with respect and fairness and strives for all team members to feel they belong, have valuable insights, and can grow with us. We support environmental justice, green practices, and carbon footprint reduction, and we are actively seeking out a diverse candidate pool of applicants. GSI is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities.
All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, interaction, interactionual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.
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