Geotechnical Field Co-op: Hands-on Soils, Drilling & Lab

ECS Southeast, LLP; Marietta (GA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

ECS Southeast, LLP is seeking an entry-level Geotechnical Field Technician to support fieldwork and subsurface exploration under supervision. You will assist with boring and test pit layouts, observe soils, prepare boring logs, and help with laboratory testing of soils and concrete materials.

Ideal candidates are pursuing a Civil Engineering degree, eager to learn, with strong communication, reliability, and the ability to work outdoors and in a lab.

Qualifications

• 0 years of related experience.
• Actively pursuing a degree in Civil Engineering, or other related degree.
• Certifications required within 270 days; one must be completed within 90 days.

Responsibilities

• Assists with geotechnical fieldwork and subsurface exploration activities.
• Supports obtaining utility clearances and preparing drilling instructions.
• Performs boring and test pit layout using conventional surveying and GPS.
• Observes and classifies soils and test pits.
• Assists in preparing boring logs and location diagrams.
• Performs hand auger borings to obtain soil samples and subsurface data.
• Assists with specialized testing (e.g., Pile Driving Analyzer testing, seismic testing).
• Observes foundation construction and ground improvement activities.
• Supports basic foundation analysis and engineering recommendations.
• Assists with laboratory testing of soils and concrete materials.
• Interprets test data and supports preparation of reports or summaries under supervision.
• Maintains field and laboratory equipment and work areas.
• Documents field and laboratory observations accurately.
• Performs other field, laboratory, or project support tasks as assigned.

Skills

Strong communication

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Ability to follow directions

Education

Pursuing Civil Engineering degree

Related degree acceptable

Job description

ECS Southeast, LLP is seeking an entry-level Geotechnical Field Technician to support fieldwork and subsurface exploration under supervision. You will assist with boring and test pit layouts, observe soils, prepare boring logs, and help with laboratory testing of soils and concrete materials.

Ideal candidates are pursuing a Civil Engineering degree, eager to learn, with strong communication, reliability, and the ability to work outdoors and in a lab.