Job Description

Are you passionate about designing solutions that shape vibrant, welcoming communities? Do you thrive in a collaborative environment where you can work on transformative projects with a multi-disciplinary team? We are currently seeking 2

Geoscientists-in-Training

to join our

Hydrogeology Division

to work out of our

London

or

Kitchener

office.

MTE Consultants is a multidisciplinary engineering firm that has been shaping Ontario since 1985 with offices in Kitchener, Burlington, Toronto, London and Stratford. Our services include civil and structural engineering, building and environmental science, land surveying, and geotechnical engineering.

As a 100% employee-owned company, our growth is driven by our commitment to client satisfaction and shared accountability. We collaborate with clients to enhance the communities where our friends, families, and neighbours live and work.

Why MTE?

Multi-Disciplinary Expertise: Collaborate with engineers from various disciplines, scientists, and surveyors to broaden your skill set. 100% Employee-Owned firm with shareholder opportunities Competitive compensation, benefits, RRSP matching, Wellness Spending Account and performance bonuses Training and professional development opportunities Reimbursement for annual professional memberships Flexible work environment and work-life balance Collaborative culture The opportunity to participate in various Social Committee events and community focused initiatives

Responsibilities:

Responsible for a broad range of field activities associated with hydrogeological assessments, surface water assessments, water supply studies, Permits To Take Water, and Environmental Compliance Approvals; Travel to remote areas to execute compliance water monitoring programs that involve: Measuring water levels from monitoring wells and private wells, Collecting and submitting groundwater and surface water samples to laboratories for analysis per Standards, Collecting field parameters such as DO, Turbidity, pH, EC using water quality meters, Downloading data loggers installed in monitoring wells and piezometers, and Measuring surface water flows using a flow meter. Supervise the drilling and installation of monitoring wells as well as logging soil samples; Completion of infiltration tests using the Guelph Permeameter and calculation of infiltration rates using the data collected; Completion of hydraulic conductivity testing on monitoring wells; Installation of piezometers in surface water features such as wetlands and creeks; Data analysis, including calculating hydraulic conductivity values, horizontal and vertical hydraulic gradients; Creation of hydrographs comparing groundwater levels and precipitation records; Contractor coordination; and Other related duties, as assigned.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree in Earth Sciences, Water Resources Engineering (or equivalent), with course work specializing in hydrogeology, hydrology, or geology; 0-3 years of experience in a similar role (work term experience acceptable); Eligible to be registered as a Geoscientist-in-Training (GIT) with PGO; Previous related experience in the environmental consulting field considered an asset; Working knowledge of the Ontario Water Resources Act, Environmental Protection Act and other applicable federal and provincial acts, regulations, and guidelines; Experience collecting groundwater and surface water levels and/or samples; Experience completing hydraulic conductivity tests and estimating hydraulic conductivity; Experience mapping groundwater flow direction and calculating groundwater gradients (vertical and horizontal); Proficiency with software applications (i.e. MS Word and Excel); Experience with GIS and Aquifer Test an asset; Attention to detail; Strong written and verbal communication skills; Strong time management skills; Experience working in gravel pits and/or quarries an asset; Must be able to lift and/or carry equipment up to 50 to 60 lbs.; Knowledge of the Occupational Health & Safety Act and safe work practices when working around heavy equipment and/or construction sites; Standard First Aid & CPR training considered an asset; Regular travel to project sites and extended time in the field is required year-round. Mileage for work related travel will be reimbursed; Access to a reliable vehicle and valid G License is required for work-related travel.
We thank all applicants; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. No Agencies, please.

MTE Consultants will accommodate the needs of qualified applicants under AODA legislation in all parts of the hiring process. Should accommodation be required, please notify our Human Resources department.

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is used in the hiring process

Human Resources

520 Bingemans Centre Drive

Kitchener, ON N2B 3X9

careers@mte85.com

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

Casual dress Company events Dental care Disability insurance Employee assistance program Employee stock purchase plan Extended health care Life insurance Mileage reimbursement On-site parking Paid time off RRSP match Vision care Wellness program
Schedule:

8 hour shift Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:

Kitchener-Waterloo, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Education:

Bachelor's Degree (required)
Licence/Certification:

Class G Licence (required)
Work Location: In person