Engineering Field Technician

Sanborn, Head & Associates, Inc.; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan

Profit sharing

ESOP

Paid holidays

Vacation leave

Sick leave

Long-term care insurance

Life insurance

Identity protection

Job summary

Sanborn Head is seeking a Field Technician to join our geotechnical team in Boston, MA. You will work with staff engineers and scientists on challenging urban projects, performing field observations, data collection, and documentation to support project goals.

You will participate in health and safety procedures and have opportunities for professional development in a fast-paced environment on local projects across the New England region.

Qualifications

• Experience providing geotechnical construction observation and field report documentation.
• Strong organizational and time management skills with flexibility to work with shifting priorities.
• Client-service orientation with the ability to anticipate needs and deliver to meet expectations.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Work well as a team member, with a collaborative communication style.
• Experience providing MCP consulting services for urban development projects.
• Nuclear density gauge certification and DOT HAZMAT training.

Responsibilities

• Provide construction quality assurance services on earthwork construction projects.
• Complete timely and accurate field reports, field notes, field logs, and related project documentation.
• Communicate daily with contractors in the field and project managers in the office.
• Complete geotechnical and environmental field sampling, including subsurface exploration programs.
• Conduct routine calibration, maintenance, and minor repairs of field equipment, with guidance for more complex maintenance and repairs.
• Assist with data collection, data entry, data review, analysis, and technical research to support project objectives.
• Performs a variety of routine and moderately complex field and technical assignments.
• Maintain a high level of accuracy, organization, attention to detail, and accountability in all work products.
• Work under the guidance of experienced engineers and scientists while developing technical and field expertise.
• Participate in training and professional development opportunities to build knowledge and advance technical skills.
• Follow company health and safety procedures and promote safe work practices at project sites.

Skills

Geotechnical observation

Field reporting

Team collaboration

Project documentation

Safety compliance

Education

Associate degree in civil engineering technology

Job description

Career Opportunities with Sanborn, Head & Associates, Inc.

A great place to work.

Sanborn Head is an engineering and technical consulting firm serving a broad array of private, public, and institutional clients in the development, energy, industrial, and solid waste markets. Our multi-disciplinary team of engineers and scientists specializes in integrating our core expertise in earth, energy, and environment to deliver innovative, yet practical solutions to our clients. We foster a collaborative, growth-oriented culture where people work together to solve complex challenges.

Position Summary

We are looking for a skilled, resourceful, and collaborative Field Technician to join our team in Boston, MA. The Field Technician will work closely with a team of staff engineers and scientists on challenging and exciting projects largely in urban environments. This is a fast-paced and dynamic position, with opportunities to be challenged, contribute to project outcomes, interact routinely with project Principals, and grow professionally.

What You Will Do

• Provide construction quality assurance services on earthwork construction projects.
• Complete timely and accurate field reports, field notes, field logs, and related project documentation.
• Communicate daily with contractors in the field and project managers in the office.
• Complete geotechnical and environmental field sampling, including subsurface exploration programs.
• Conduct routine calibration, maintenance, and minor repairs of field equipment, with guidance for more complex maintenance and repairs.
• Assist with data collection, data entry, data review, analysis, and technical research to support project objectives.
• Performs a variety of routine and moderately complex field and technical assignments.
• Maintain a high level of accuracy, organization, attention to detail, and accountability in all work products.
• Work under the guidance of experienced engineers and scientists while developing technical and field expertise.
• Participate in training and professional development opportunities to build knowledge and advance technical skills.
• Follow company health and safety procedures and promote safe work practices at project sites.

What We Are Looking For

• Experience providing geotechnical construction observation and associated field report documentation.
• Strong organizational and time management skills combined with flexibility to work with shifting priorities.
• Client-service orientation with the ability to anticipate needs and deliver to meet expectations.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Work well as a team member, with a collaborative communication style.
• Experience providing MCP consulting services for urban development projects.
• Nuclear density gauge certification and DOT HAZMAT training.

Required Qualifications

• Associate degree in civil engineering technology (or equivalent degree).
• Valid driver's license and an acceptable driving record.

Physical Requirements

• Requires sitting, walking and, at times, bending and prolonged standing.
• Must be able to visit project sites and climb ladders and stairs as required.
• The work requires both indoor and outdoor activity in temperatures ranging from moderate to extreme cold or hot and other weather conditions.
• Must be able to wear and work in personal protective equipment as required.
• Substantial repetitive motions of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers is required.
• Close visual acuity is required to perform activities such as preparing and analyzing data and figures, transcribing, viewing a computer terminal, and extensive reading.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.

Work Format and Schedule

• Full-time position.
• Schedule: Monday through Friday with flexible daily hours to meet contractor schedules.
• Work Format: Onsite
• Travel Requirement: Local travel within the New England region is required.

Salary Information

• The hourly range for this position is $25 to $28.
• Specific compensation for the successful candidate will be based on factors such as experience, education, training, qualifications, and work location.
• Supplemental Pay: Annual bonus is based on individual and company performance.
• Medical, dental and vision insurance.
• Health and wellness offerings.
• 401(k) retirement and profit-sharing plan.
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
• Paid holidays, floating holidays, vacation, and sick time.
• Paid time off for volunteering.
• Company-paid long-term care insurance and life insurance.
• Company-paid identity protection.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Sanborn Head is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin or ancestry, disability, veteran status, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.