Geotechnical Engineering Technician

GEI Consultants; Allendale Charter Township (MI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

GEI Consultants is seeking motivated individuals to perform geotechnical and construction engineering technician inspection and testing as casual-on-call staff on short and long-term projects across multiple locations.

Responsibilities include laboratory testing of soils and concrete, overseeing subsurface exploration, and documenting field activities to ensure alignment with project specs on municipal, commercial, industrial, and federal work.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required; AS/BS degrees or related field preferred.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Experience in construction inspection and testing (soils, concrete, bituminous paving).
• ACI soil or concrete testing certification or ability to obtain certification.
• Previous Resident Engineering Experience is a plus.
• Willing to travel on temporary assignments as necessary.

Responsibilities

• Perform geotechnical inspection and testing duties on multiple projects.
• Support lab testing of soils and concrete and oversee subsurface exploration activities.
• Document construction activities to ensure compliance with project specs.
• Collect and analyze materials data for various municipal, commercial, industrial and federal projects.

Skills

Valid driver's license

Excellent organizational skills

Excellent communication skills

Willing to travel on temporary fieldda

Experience in construction inspection

ACI soil/concrete testing cert

Resident Engineering Experience

Education

High School Diploma

AS degree in Engineering Technology

BS in Construction Management

Related field degree preferred

Job description

GEI is seeking highly motivated individuals to perform a broad range of geotechnical and construction engineering technician inspection and testing duties as a casual-on-call employee on both short and long-term projects in various locations.

Candidates will support a broader geotechnical engineering and construction services team in completing geotechnical laboratory testing, overseeing subsurface exploration activities, and performing construction inspection activities on a variety of municipal, commercial, industrial and federal projects to document the construction activities performed by others are consistent with project specifications and drawings.

Candidates will also provide materials testing and data collection for all types of construction projects including, but not limited to, foundation subgrade testing, soil density testing, field testing of concrete and will also perform various laboratory testing of soil and concrete materials.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma required, AS degree in Engineering Technology, BS in Construction Management, or related field highly preferred.
• Valid driver’s license is required.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Previous experience in construction inspection and testing capacity with experience in soils, concrete, and bituminous paving.
• Previously certified from ACI in soil or concrete testing and State of Michigan highly desired or the ability to obtain certifications.
• Previous Resident Engineering Experience is a plus.
• Must be willing to travel on temporary assignments as necessary, including field assignments.

We are GEI.

Some of the world’s most pressing problems – from climate change to sustainable development, to critical infrastructure and the future of our energy supply – need our brightest and diverse minds working together to create safer, more resilient communities for tomorrow.

We are technical experts, collaborators, and entrepreneurs who draw from diverse backgrounds to solve our clients’ most complex challenges.

With several offices across North America, we offer a range of engineering, science, and technical consulting services. Our range of expertise, project types, and culture make us the choice for top talent in the AEC industry. See all our office locations here .

Employee-owned. Employee-focused.

As an employee-owned company, our employees support our flat leadership structure, have a say in how our business operates and benefit from our financial success. We are committed to employee growth with career development opportunities, competitive total rewards, a well-being program, flexible work arrangements and more. Our company culture is driven by our 4 Cs – we are Client-Centered, Curious, Collaborative, and Community Minded – which support our focus on sustainability, safety, diversity, equity and inclusion. Get to know us better by visiting GEI’s career site here .

GEI’s Total Rewards Package Includes

• Market-Competitive Compensation
• Connecting Conversation Program with a Focus on Professional Development and Opportunities for Advancement
• Rewards and Recognition
• A Vibrant Culture that is Focused on Partnership, Sustainability, Giving Back to Our Communities and Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Functional Demands:

Sedentary

X

Light

X

Medium

Other

Activity Level Throughout Workday (check one per row)

Physical Activity Requirements

Occasional

(0-35% of day)

Frequent

(33-66% of day)

(67-100% of day)

Not Applicable

X

Standing

X

Walking

X

Climbing

X

Lifting (floor to waist level) (in pounds)

X

Lifting (waist level and above) (in pounds)

X

Carrying objects

X

Push/pull

X

Twisting

X

X

Reaching forward

X

Reaching overhead

X

X

X

X

Keyboard use/repetitive motion

X

Taste or smell (taste=never)

X

Talk or hear

X

Accurate 20/40

Near Vision

X

Far Vision

X

Yes

No

Not Applicable

X

Sensory Requirements

Minimal

Moderate

Accurate

Not Applicable

Depth perception

X

Hearing

X

Reasonably Anticipated

Not Anticipated

X

Chemical

X

X

Extreme temperatures

X

Radiation

X

Uneven surfaces or elevations

X

X

Dust/particulate matter

X

Other (exposure risks):

X

8

X

10

12

Other work hours

GEI is an AA/equal opportunity employer, including disabled and veterans.