Geologist / Geologist-In-Training

19h19 hours ago

Parkhill

Frisco, US · Full-time · $60,000 – $80,000

About this role

This role supports and leads geological, hydrogeological, environmental compliance, permitting, and monitoring efforts associated with municipal solid waste facilities and related environmental projects. The Geologist / Geologist-in-Training works collaboratively with engineers, environmental scientists, regulatory agencies, and clients.

Day-to-day responsibilities include developing and maintaining groundwater monitoring programs, performing environmental sampling of groundwater, soil, surface water, and landfill gas, and interpreting geological, geotechnical, and hydrogeological data. The role also involves preparing technical reports, groundwater monitoring reports, and environmental compliance documentation.

At Parkhill, Building Community is the reason we exist, and our team of passionate collaborators works across 14 offices in Texas, New Mexico, and Oklahoma. This position requires periodic travel throughout those regions to coordinate field investigations, drilling, monitoring well installation, and contractor oversight.

Whether you are a recent graduate with untapped potential or a professional with proven experience, Parkhill offers a career path designed for you. The role provides opportunities to support proposal preparation, business development, and project pursuits while working on complex environmental and solid-waste projects.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Geology, Hydrogeology, Environmental Geology, Geological Engineering, Earth Sciences, or a closely related field.
Geologist-in-Training (GIT), Professional Geologist (PG), or ability to obtain applicable certification or licensure.
Strong technical writing, communication, and organizational skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
Valid driver's license and ability to travel periodically throughout Texas, New Mexico, Oklahoma, and surrounding regions.

Responsibilities

Support and lead geological and hydrogeological investigations associated with municipal solid waste and environmental projects.
Develop and maintain groundwater monitoring programs.
Perform groundwater, soil, surface water, landfill gas, and environmental sampling activities.
Evaluate hydrogeologic conditions and prepare technical analyses and reports.
Prepare and support environmental permit applications, permit modifications, and regulatory submittals.
Coordinate with regulatory agencies including TCEQ, NMED, ODEQ, EPA, and similar organizations.
Assist with landfill siting, expansion, closure, post-closure, and corrective action projects.
Coordinate field investigations including drilling, monitoring well installation, sampling, and contractor oversight.