Staff Hydrogeologist (Field Focused)

Staff Hydrogeologist, Reno office

Position Overview

M&A is seeking full-time, entry-level and experienced Hydrogeologists to join our Reno, Nevada, office. Our current Reno openings include a mix of fieldwork and office work, with a focus on projects that involve water well drilling, lithologic logging, well construction, sampling, and testing. If you have 0-5 years of experience, a degree in geology, hydrology, or related field, and interest in a range of well drilling, construction, and testing methods, you are encouraged to apply. We are looking for a self-motivated professional who demonstrates strong time management, organization, and communication skills. Duties will vary daily to weekly between fieldwork and office work, with an expected average work breakdown of 90% fieldwork and 10% office work. M&A will provide necessary training for field and office tasks. Some work locations may be in remote areas or in other western states.

Fieldwork Duties

• Observe and document drilling operations, prepare and describe drill cuttings samples in both basin-fill and hard rock geologic settings, characterize hydrogeologic conditions and contacts, review and interpret borehole geophysical logs
• Oversee and document monitor well and production well installation and development, including inspection of materials, verification of compliance with technical specifications, and direction of drilling contractor
• Observe and document well development, rehabilitation, and pump installation procedures
• Measure water levels and download dataloggers
• Conduct pumping, slug, infiltration, and other types of field tests with instruction
• Collect and document water and soil samples and measure water quality parameters
• Follow health and safety protocols and regulations, including applicable government, M&A, and client-specific policies and procedures
• Maintain field equipment and vehicles
• Maintain detailed field notes and communicate daily activities to project managers and clients

Office Duties

Minimum Qualifications

At M&A, our mission is to promote a fulfilling and respectful work culture where employees collaborate to deliver pragmatic water resource solutions grounded in the principles of integrity, scientific rigor, and environmental responsibility. We are independently owned by practicing scientists who are committed to these values and to supporting our community partners.

Your benefits at Montgomery & Associates will include :

An Equal Opportunity Employer

M&A values diversity and inclusivity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, religious creed, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other classification protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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