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4Creeks, Inc.

Junior Water Consultant

Visalia, CA · On-site

$28 - $38/hr

... our Water Consulting team. This position will primarily entail office work. Responsibilities for this position would include: * preparing technical reports * performing technical analysis ...

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Junior Water Consultant

4Creeks, Inc.

Visalia, CA • On-site

$28 - $38/hr

Full-time

Medical, Retirement

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Job description

Junior Water Consultant

Water Team

Job Location: Visalia

Schedule: Monday - Thursday: 9 hours / Friday: 4 hours

Position Overview and Key Responsibilities:

4Creeks is seeking a Jr. Water Consultant to work under the direction of a Water Program Manager on our Water Consulting team. This position will primarily entail office work. Responsibilities for this position would include:

  • preparing technical reports
  • performing technical analysis (calculations, water modelling, etc.)
  • developing solutions for water quality and water quantity programs
  • supporting client relations, regulatory compliance, and grant writing.

Minimum Qualifications:

  1. The position requires a B.S. in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, or related field.
  2. The ideal candidate will have working knowledge of California water issues, regulatory programs, water solution principles, and exceptional written and oral communication skills. Bonus points for having an Engineer-In-Training Certificate.
  3. Experience with Microsoft Office, including Word and Excel is required.
  4. Minimum of 1-2 years of experience.

Compensation

The salary will be determined by the candidates skill and experience level and highly competitive with industry standards. The benefits package includes employee health coverage (50% coverage for dependents), company 401(k) contribution, participation in the Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP), and performance bonuses. The expected pay range for this position is $28/hr to $38/hr.

About 4Creeks

At 4Creeks Design & Build, we are more than just a Design-Build company; we are a unified team dedicated to delivering excellence from concept to completion. Rooted in Central California, our passion for creating innovative solutions drives us to tackle challenges and transform visions across the region we serve, from California to Colorado and beyond.

Our firm thrives on a collaborative, fun, and challenging work environment, where every team member's value is recognized, and delivering results for our clients is paramount. We believe in the power of collective effort and the unique perspectives each professional brings to the table. Together, we pool our resources, expertise, and creativity to provide comprehensive solutions that change, form, and shape the future of our communities.

As a 100% employee-owned company, we put our people first. Employee ownership creates a unique work environment that will benefit you the first day you walk in the door. You will experience the 4Creeks difference in commitment to quality, a culture of collaboration, and a relentless pursuit of greatness in everything we do. Join us in shaping a new future with a team that is as dedicated to each other as we are to our craft.

How to Apply

For immediate consideration; please apply on our website with your resume and cover letter detailing your background, skills, and experience. Our Human Resource Administrator will contact you promptly for initial interview coordination. If there are any questions, please contact us at joinus@4-creeks.com.

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The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, apply range of motion within hands and fingers, including sensitivity to touch, and use a computer. The employee frequently is required to talk, hear, and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.