Geotechnical Engineering Technician

Geo-Technology Associates, Inc.; Kresgeville (PA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Geotechnical Engineering Technician to join their dynamic team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work outdoors, providing essential observation and testing services for geotechnical and environmental projects. You'll be responsible for monitoring soil conditions, testing materials, and ensuring compliance with specifications. With a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive salary, medical coverage, and professional growth opportunities, this position is perfect for someone who enjoys fieldwork and is looking to advance their career in a supportive environment. Join a team that values hard work and dedication while enjoying the great outdoors!

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Yearly Bonus Potential

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Educational Assistance Program

Employee Recognition Program

Qualifications

• Ability to work outdoors and perform extensive fieldwork.
• Valid driver's license and good driving record required.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and test moisture and density of soils.
• Document construction activities and prepare daily reports.

Skills

Fieldwork

Observation and Testing

Teamwork

Self-motivation

Physical Strength

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Nuclear Density Testing Gauge

Personal Protective Equipment

Job description

GTA's office in Bridgeville, PA is seeking candidates for a Geotechnical Engineering Technician position. In this position, you will provide a wide range of observation and testing services for geotechnical and environmental development projects for a diverse client base in the private and public sectors. Responsibilities include monitoring and testing the moisture and density of soils using a nuclear density testing gauge; testing of concrete, asphalt and other materials. You will also observe and document construction activities to assure compliance with technical specifications, prepare daily field reports and test summaries documenting the work being performed.

Geotechnical Field Technician Requirements:

• Own transportation, valid driver's license and good driving record
• Enjoy working outdoors
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Ability to regularly lift to 60 pounds
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team, self-motivated, possess a strong work ethic
• NICET, WACEL and/or ACI certifications preferred but not required
• Must have steel toe boots

Technicians require the ability and willingness to work almost entirely outdoors, perform extensive fieldwork and travel significant distances to project sites. Overtime may be required, depending on the project. GTA will reimburse you for mileage and tolls and pay you "time and a half" for overtime! GTA will provide you with Personal Protective Equipment, which includes high visibility vest, hard hat, gloves, and safety glasses.

GTA offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes:

• Competitive salary, paid time off, paid holidays
• Yearly bonus potential
• Medical, dental, vision, health savings account, flexible spending
• Life insurance, short- and long-term disability insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Educational assistance program
• Free membership to professional societies
• Professional growth & advancement – we’ll help you get there! - Seminars, conventions, lunch & learns, mentoring, software training
• Employee referral bonuses
• Employee recognition program
• Company picnics and events and a great working environment!

This position may require standing for extended durations as well as repetitive motions such as lifting or hammering. The employee must have the ability to use their hands to handle, finger or feel; reach, climb or balance; crouch, stoop, crawl, kneel and sit, see and smell; including close, distance and peripheral vision, depth vision and ability to focus. The employee will regularly lift and/or move 60 pounds; and occasionally move 80 pounds or more (such as a loaded wheelbarrow of concrete or soil samples).

We ensure nondiscrimination and equal employment opportunity in all programs and activities in accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and all revisions and addendums thereof.