Staff Scientist/Drilling Specialist

WATER & ENVIRONMENTAL TECHNOLOGIES INC • Montana City, MT

10h • $24 - $26

About The Position

Wiley Drilling, a sister company to Water & Environmental Technologies, is seeking a motivated environmental specialist, geologist, soil scientist, or similar technical professional. The role combines hands-on drilling and fieldwork with environmental and geotechnical consulting duties. The successful candidate will perform staff-level scientific or engineering work and may transition into consulting work when needed. The position is based in Montana and reports to the Senior Environmental Scientist.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science/Engineering, Civil/Geotechnical Engineering, or a related degree from an ABET-accredited college or university.
• Valid driver’s license and insurability under company policy.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds.
• Successfully complete and pass a DOT drug and alcohol test before employment.
• Ability to obtain a Class B CDL with Airbrake Endorsement within the first six months of employment.
• Willingness to learn to operate drilling equipment using direct push and rotary tooling.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in environmental consulting or civil/geotechnical fieldwork.
• OSHA HAZWOPER certification.
• CPR/First Aid training.
• Class B CDL.
• Experience operating heavy machinery.
• Welding skills.
• Problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Use effective written and oral communication.
• Perform staff-level scientist or engineer duties, including soil and groundwater sampling, well design and construction, and lithology descriptions using USGS or USDA methodology.
• Operate drilling equipment for environmental and geotechnical investigations.
• Work outdoors in various weather conditions, approximately 90% of the time.
• Travel to WILEY job sites, approximately 75% of the time.
• Maintain safety-conscious practices.

Benefits

• 100% employer-paid health, dental, and vision coverage for employees, with a portion of dependent coverage also employer-paid.
• Employer-paid life insurance and long-term disability.
• Voluntary life, accident, and short-term disability plans.
• Performance-based bonus opportunities.
• Employee-sponsored 401(k) plan with employer match.
• Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP), providing company ownership to employees at no cost.
• Sign-on bonuses and relocation assistance may be available.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level