Environmental Planner jobs in Kansas

Environmental Geologist/Groundwater Hydrogeologist (experience preferred)

Job Description:

Blackstone Environmental is seeking a Geologist or Hydrogeologist to support operations in our Overland Park, Kansas office. The successful candidate will execute various assignments related to:

· Groundwater well installation, soil boring oversight and geologic logging.

· Groundwater sampling and reporting.

· Landfill groundwater monitoring network design.

· Phase 1.0 and 2.0 Environmental site assessments

· Contaminated site characterization and remediation

· Landfill Construction Assurance (CQA)

· GIS capabilities in ArcGIS Pro or Mapper (preferred)

· other environmental services as needed by the company.

The successful candidate will prepare written materials including correspondence, work plans, reports, and health and safety plans. The position will allow for growth in project management responsibilities for assigned clients and projects. Blackstone will provide oversight and training in support of working toward professional licensure.

Job Requirements:

Expected duties will include the following:

• Surface and subsurface investigation, geologic logging, well installation, aquifer evaluation, monitoring and sampling activities, remedial operation and maintenance, due diligence assessments, and QA/QC data validation.
• The application of Geological, and/or hydrogeological principles to environmental problems.
• Proficient written and verbal communication skills and strong personal computer skills.
• Field work and associated travel.

The ideal candidate must be able to work successfully as a team member and eventually as a leader of a project team as well as independently to execute assignments.

Education:

· Bachelor’s degree in Geology or Hydrogeology or equivalent.

Experience:

Experience Preferred (1-5 years)

Certificates/Licenses:

• Required at entry: valid driver’s license.
• Preferred but not required: Professional Geologist License or successful passage of the Fundamentals of Geology Exam, Professional Engineer License, and OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER with current updates.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: Up to $70,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Compensation package:

• Bonus opportunities
• Employee stock ownership plan
• Profit sharing

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Travel requirement:

• Travel

License/Certification:

• Hazardous Waste Operations & Emergency Response Training (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Stilwell, KS 66085 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Stilwell, KS 66085: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person