CMT Senior Technician

Geosyntec Consultants; Columbia (MD); On-site; USD 42,512 - 62,350; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Vacation

401(k)

Job summary

Geosyntec Consultants is seeking a Senior Technician to support field and lab tests in locations including Columbia, MD. This role requires a high school diploma or GED with four years of relevant experience, strong skills in Microsoft Office, and a valid driver’s license. Responsibilities include performing compliance monitoring, preparing detailed reports, and mentoring other technicians. Competitive pay from $30.86 to $45.26 an hour based on location, with comprehensive benefits including health insurance and a 401(k).

Qualifications

• Minimum of four years experience or an associate degree with two years of experience.
• Strong mathematical skills required for geometry and algebra calculations.
• Must possess a valid driver's license and satisfactory driving record.

Responsibilities

• Perform field tests and monitor compliance at client job sites.
• Prepare daily field reports and related documentation.
• Mentor and guide subordinate technicians.

Skills

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Mathematical background

Ability to work independently

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field

Job description

Overview

Geosyntec has an exciting opportunity for a CMT Senior Technician located in Bloomfield, NJ, Columbia, MD, Washington, D.C., or Pennington, NJ to support our Richmond, VA office.

The position will coordinate and collect samples of diverse materials including soil, sediment, water, and air for environmental tests. It will compile construction quality assurance (CQA) monitoring data and oversee CQA program implementation related to waste containment facility construction projects.

Geosyntec is an innovative, international engineering and consulting firm serving private and public‑sector clients with environmental, natural resources, and civil infrastructure projects. It is recognized by ENR as one of the top environmental engineering design firms.

We invest in our people. You will receive competitive pay and benefits, and well‑being programs to support you and your family.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Perform field and on‑site laboratory tests on materials used in construction and track appropriate testing frequencies.
• Monitor activities at client job sites to assure compliance with relevant contract documents such as technical specifications, construction drawings, sampling plans, and CQA plans.
• Provide CQA monitoring, groundwater sampling, soil and geosynthetics sampling, air monitoring, and oversee contractor activities on construction and environmental sites.
• Prepare daily field reports, weekly construction schedules, progress reports, meeting agendas and minutes, testing and monitoring logs, and related project documentation.
• Ensure project documentation is correct, complete, neat, and consistent with company policies and procedures.
• Interact with project personnel, including contractors, subcontractors, engineers, and clients, and facilitate integrated teamwork through open communication and participation in progress meetings.
• Coordinate and delegate CQA monitoring tasks to subordinate technicians and provide guidance on technical specifications and construction drawings.
• Mentor, guide, and train subordinate technicians as needed.
• Observe technician performance and provide feedback to supervisors and project managers.
• Perform related work as required.
• Travel to client, project, or office sites and other business locations as needed.

Skills, Experience & Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED and a minimum of four (4) years of applicable experience, or an associate degree or college diploma with a minimum of two (2) years of experience, or a bachelor's degree in science, construction management, engineering, physical science, environmental science, or related fields. (Required)
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and Word. (Required)
• Strong mathematical background with basic geometry and algebra calculations. (Required)
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, be self‑motivated, and maintain a strong work ethic. (Required)
• Physical ability to lift and/or move up to 49 pounds unaided and 50–100 pounds with assistance or proper engineering controls. (Required)
• Physical ability to speak, hear, stand, walk, reach, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. (Required)
• Regular field work and overnight travel. (Required)
• Health & Safety training, medical monitoring, and client‑driven drug and background testing. (Required)
• Valid U.S. driver’s license, satisfactory driving record, and reliable transportation for business travel. (Required)

Compensation & Benefits

• Minimum: $32.33 per hour, Maximum: $45.26 per hour (Pennington, NJ; Washington, D.C.)
• Minimum: $33.80 per hour, Maximum: $47.32 per hour (Bloomfield, NJ)
• Minimum: $30.86 per hour, Maximum: $43.20 per hour (Columbia, MD)

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including paid holidays, vacation, sick and personal paid time off, medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, 401(k), and other benefits to eligible employees.