Field Hydrogeologist: Lead Well Projects in the West

Keith Montgomery Associates Limited; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits and salary

Safety and technical training provided

Mentoring by senior professionals

Western U.S. travel opportunities

401k retirement plan

Job summary

Montgomery & Associates (M&A) seeks a full-time Project Hydrogeologist to join our Tucson, Arizona team. The role blends field and office work on water-well drilling, lithologic characterization, well construction, sampling, and aquifer testing.

Ideal candidates have 4–7 years’ hydrogeological site characterization experience and degrees in geology, hydrology or related fields. Responsibilities include planning field tasks, supervising field activities, analyzing hydrogeologic data, and

Qualifications

• Strong 4–7 years of work experience in field-based investigations including overseeing and managing water well drilling, construction, development, and aquifer testing.
• Experience providing logistical support for hydrogeological site characterizations to meet study objectives.
• Ability to effectively and collaboratively communicate technical and logistical information among stakeholders and multi-disciplinary teams.
• Knowledge of well design fundamentals including construction materials and applications, filter pack sizing, and Arizona well construction standards.
• Competency in lithological logging methodologies for water wells or piezometers.
• Experience preparing technical specifications for drilling, construction, and testing of water wells.
• Undergraduate degree in geology, hydrology, engineering, or related field; graduate degree preferred.
• Eligibility for registration as a Professional Geologist in the USA.
• Consulting experience is a plus.
• Able and willing to travel to out-of-town field locations.
• Able to work up to 14 hours per day with potential night shifts; field tours can range 1 day to 2 weeks.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds and walk/hike on uneven terrain.
• Able to use electrical and electronic test instruments and hand and power tools.
• Strong organizational, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with industry-standard software: Microsoft Office Suite, ArcGIS, AQTESOLV.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and positive attitude.
• Possession of a reliable vehicle and valid U.S. driver’s license with clean driving record.
• Ability to legally work in the U.S.; pass background check and drug test if requested.

Responsibilities

• Logistical planning and supervision of field tasks for hydrogeological characterization studies.
• Provide technical guidance on field tasks under supervision and collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team.
• Oversee field operations including drilling materials, borehole geophysics, well installation and development.
• Observe and document well development, rehabilitation, and pump installation.
• Lead aquifer tests and other field investigations with guidance.
• Measure water levels, download dataloggers, maintain project datasets.
• Install or configure instrumentation and telemetry systems for groundwater monitoring.
• Prepare lithologic logs, hydrographs, and data figures.
• Submit water and soil samples to laboratories and maintain QA/QC of data.
• Prepare data summaries, presentations, and technical reports for clients.
• Participate in client meetings/teleconferences to present program results and recommendations.

Skills

Communication skills

Time management

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Safety compliance

Education

Geology degree

Hydrology degree

Engineering degree

Graduate degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

ArcGIS

AQTESOLV

Job description

Montgomery & Associates (M&A) seeks a full-time Project Hydrogeologist to join our Tucson, Arizona team. The role blends field and office work on water-well drilling, lithologic characterization, well construction, sampling, and aquifer testing.

Ideal candidates have 4–7 years’ hydrogeological site characterization experience and degrees in geology, hydrology or related fields. Responsibilities include planning field tasks, supervising field activities, analyzing hydrogeologic data, and