Staff Hydrogeologist I

Verdantas; Blue Ash (OH); On-site; USD 50,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Work Environment

Paid Parental Leave

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life and AD&D Insurance

Disability Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off + Holidays

Job summary

Verdantas in Blue Ash, Ohio seeks a Staff Hydrogeologist I to support our environmental consulting and sustainable engineering projects. This role blends field investigations with data analysis to advance groundwater programs.

You will conduct fieldwork, install groundwater monitoring wells, analyze data, prepare detailed reports, and collaborate with engineers and scientists on multidisciplinary projects while ensuring regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Geology, Hydrogeology, or related field.
• 0–3 years of experience.
• Knowledge of groundwater and soil vapor principles and environmental regulations.
• Ability to use field equipment and interpret basic hydrogeologic data.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Willingness to travel to field sites.

Responsibilities

• Conduct field investigations to collect environmental samples, oversee drilling operations, install groundwater monitoring wells, and collect groundwater-related data.
• Analyze basic hydrogeological data using various techniques.
• Prepare detailed reports and maps to present findings and recommendations.
• Monitor groundwater levels and quality, and assess the impact of human activities on groundwater resources.
• Collaborate with engineers, environmental scientists, and other professionals on multidisciplinary projects.
• Ensure compliance with environmental regulations and industry standards.
• Provide technical support for groundwater remediation and water resource management projects.

Skills

Groundwater knowledge

Soil vapor knowledge

Regulatory knowledge

Field equipment use

Communication skills

Office & field work

Travel willingness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Geology / Hydrogeology

Job description

Welcome to Verdantas, where innovation meets sustainability, and your career finds purpose!

At Verdantas, we’re redefining environmental consulting and sustainable engineering through our use of cutting-edge modeling and digital technology and our genuine commitment to people. Our work spans high-growth sectors like water resources, resilient land use, energy transformation, and civil infrastructure.

Our commitment to excellence, across more than 90 offices, is championed by a team of over 2,000 experts, scientists, engineers, geologists, and technical specialists, embedded in a people-focused culture, prioritizing the well-being of our employees, clients, and the communities we serve. We partner with clients to deliver smart, data-driven solutions to complex environmental and infrastructure challenges. We don’t just solve problems; we help shape a more sustainable future.

Join a people-first culture that values your well-being, empowers your growth, and amplifies your impact. At Verdantas, your career goes beyond the expected, and your work helps build a better world.

Ready to shape the future of resilient communities?

Verdantas is seeking a Staff Hydrogeologist I for our Blue Ash, Ohio, office.

What You’ll Do

• Conduct field investigations to collect environmental samples, oversee drilling operations, install groundwater monitoring wells, and collect groundwater-related data; oversee soil vapor investigations
• Analyze basic hydrogeological data using various techniques
• Prepare detailed reports and maps to present findings and recommendations
• Monitor groundwater levels and quality, and assess the impact of human activities on groundwater resources
• Collaborate with engineers, environmental scientists, and other professionals on multidisciplinary projects
• Ensure compliance with environmental regulations and industry standards
• Provide technical support for groundwater remediation and water resource management projects

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s Degree in Geology, Hydrogeology, or related field
• 0-3 years of experience
• Knowledge of groundwater and soil vapor principles and environmental regulations
• Ability to use field equipment and interpret basic hydrogeologic data
• Strong verbal and written communication skills for reporting and collaboration
• Generally work in both office and field settings
• May require frequent travel to various field sites
• May involve exposure to varying weather conditions and rough terrain
• May involve occasional lifting of equipment and materials

Salary Range

The starting salary for this position is $55,000, with final compensation determined based on qualifications and licensing status.

Benefits

• Flexible Work Environment
• Paid Parental Leave
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Time Off + Holidays

Verdantas strives to develop new ways to increase diversity awareness within our organization. We recruit and reward our employees based on capability and performance — regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, lifestyle, age, educational background, national origin, religion, or physical ability. For us, it is imperative to build balanced teams from all walks of life and we believe that a diverse workforce is a stronger workforce.

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