Staff Geologist, Up to 75% Travel

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in California.

📋 Description

• Ensure the provision of high-quality spring water collected in accordance with FDA/IBWA standards.

• Keep up-to-date and accessible information regarding spring sources utilized by Niagara.

• Oversee the assessment and qualification of new spring and water well sources for expansion and backup facilities.

• Act as the main point of contact and liaison for spring source owners.

• Maintain regular communication with spring owners and cultivate professional working relationships.

• Conduct audits of spring sources to verify compliance with Niagara’s operational requirements.

• Monitor the quality of spring source water and observe changes or trends over time.

• Track permits for spring sources, including expirations and renewals.

• Develop and sustain databases and documentation supporting spring source SOI, hydrogeology, engineering, and permits.

• Provide technical assistance to spring owners who are upgrading or modifying their facilities.

• Stay informed on regulatory changes related to spring sources.

• Monitor land-use practices and potential contaminant threats near spring sources.

• Represent Niagara at regulatory and community meetings as needed.

• Collaborate on spring improvement projects under cost-recovery agreements with spring owners and the Procurement team.

• Identify and assess spring sources close to proposed expansion sites.

• Evaluate the technical merits and feasibility of potential spring sources.

• Assist in developing layouts and designs for spring site development.

• Prepare cost estimates for improvements required to activate prospective springs.

• Offer technical support to Niagara's Contracts Team.

• Seek and foster opportunities for Niagara-owned spring sources.

• Build and maintain a comprehensive database for each spring source.

• Maintain water-quality databases and supply statistics and trend graphs as necessary.

• Oversee groundwater well siting, design, permitting, drilling, installation, testing, and maintenance.

• Conduct aquifer testing and water-quality sampling.

• Prepare documentation and reports as needed.

• Assist Niagara's Consumer Affairs Team by providing information to address customer inquiries.

• Meet with customers and deliver presentations regarding the quality and integrity of spring sources.

• Supervise Geologist I and II positions as required.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree (BS) in Geological Science or a related discipline is mandatory.

• A Licensed Professional Geologist (National Association of State Boards of Geology) is required.

• A minimum of 6+ years of experience in spring site evaluation, development, and permitting is essential.

• At least 6 years of experience in the field or a similar manufacturing environment is required.

• A minimum of 6 years of experience in the role is needed.

• At least 4 years of experience in managing people or projects is required.

• Strong understanding of federal and state-specific regulations regarding spring sources and wells is essential.

• Exceptional written and spoken communication skills are necessary.

• Willingness to travel at least 75% of the time; average travel is approximately 3 weeks each month.

• Capability to lift up to 50 pounds is required.

• Ability to walk and hike over uneven terrain for extended periods is essential.

• Must be able to work outdoors in all seasons and various weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain, and wind.

• A Master's Degree (MS) in Geological Science or a related field is preferred.

• Over 10 years of experience in the field or a similar manufacturing environment is preferred.

• More than 10 years of experience in the position is preferred.

• At least 6 years of experience in managing people or projects is preferred.

🏝️ Benefits

• Paid time off for holidays, sick leave, and vacation.

• Paid parental and caregiver leave.

• Comprehensive medical coverage, including virtual care options.

• Dental insurance.

• Vision coverage.

• 401(k) plan with company matching.

• Health Savings Account with company matching.

• Flexible Spending Accounts available.

• Expanded mental wellbeing benefits, including free counseling sessions for all team members and their families.

• Family Building Benefits, offering enhanced fertility benefits for IVF and fertility preservation, along with adoption, surrogacy, and Doula reimbursements.

• Income protection plans, including Life and AD&D, short- and long-term disability, critical illness, and accident coverage.

• Special discount programs, including pet plans, pre-paid legal services, identity theft protection, car rentals, airport parking, and more.

• Tuition reimbursement opportunities.

• College savings plans available.

• Scholarship opportunities offered.

• Continuous training courses provided.

• Opportunities for career advancement.

• Competitive compensation and benefits packages.