Earthwork Technician

United Engineering Resources, Inc.; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A management consulting services firm in California seeks an experienced earthwork technician responsible for observing and testing earthwork construction and asphalt installation. The ideal candidate will have certifications by Caltrans and NICET, excellent communication skills, and experience with projects worth $10M to $500M. Candidates should be adept in laboratory analysis, report preparation, and maintaining professional relationships within the construction industry.

Qualifications

• Certifications in soil inspection required.
• Ability to prepare concise reports capturing all necessary elements.
• Experience with commercial and infrastructure projects in California.

Responsibilities

• Observe and test earthwork construction and asphalt installation.
• Prepare and document site meeting attendance and non-conformance tracking.
• Develop compaction curves and perform basic laboratory tests.

Skills

Observation and testing of earthwork construction

Field and laboratory analysis of soil

Excellent written and verbal communication

Education

Certifications by Caltrans, NICET, ICC Soils Inspector

Tools

Nuclear gauge

Sand cone equipment

Job description

Position requires an experienced earthwork technician responsible for the observation and testing of earthwork construction and asphalt installation. Candidate should be well versed in related disciplines of field and laboratory analysis and testing of soil including use of nuclear gauge and sand cone equipment, performance of basic laboratory tests including compaction curves (Caltrans and ASTM D 1557), plasticity index, grain size, etc. Experience with lime and cement treated soil and aggregate base a plus. A successful candidate must be able to properly follow directions, perform in a responsible manner with minimal oversight and foster professional relationships with customers, contractors and fellow employees.

Requirements

Certifications by Caltrans, NICET, ICC Soils Inspector

Ability to prepare well‑written and concise reports capturing all necessary elements

Experience with commercial, education, infrastructure, civic, healthcare and/or parking structures located in the State of California for projects ranging in value from $10 million to $500 million

Excellent written and verbal communication, and photo documentation

Experience with non‑conformance tracking, punch list preparation and attendance at site meetings

About the Company

United Engineering Resources, Inc. (UER) is a management consulting services firm with the following wholly‑owned subsidiaries: Signet Testing Laboratories, Inc. and MatriScope Engineering Laboratories, Inc.

UER Family of Companies has been serving the construction industry for over 50 years. Our team of enthusiastic professionals provides value-added services in the disciplines of geotechnical engineering, environmental engineering, material testing and special inspections. With offices located throughout Northern California we are able to effectively service projects through an extensive network of internal resources and accredited laboratory facilities.

Our markets include projects in the commercial office, hospitality, transportation, education, healthcare, civic and infrastructure market sectors. Our professional staff enhances the overall collaboration of all team members by insisting on an integrated project‑based quality experience while maintaining traditional values in service and customer support.