Geotechnical Field Inspector & Materials Testing Pro

HWA GeoSciences, Inc.; Bothell (WA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Job summary

HWA GeoSciences, Inc. in Bothell, WA, seeks a Construction Inspector to support field and laboratory testing for public works and private development projects across the Puget Sound region.

You will perform soils/aggregate, concrete, and asphalt inspections, prepare clear reports, and assist multiple groups. Qualifications include 3+ years of inspection experience, a Geology or Civil Engineering degree preferred, and a WA driver’s license.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of soil and asphalt inspection and testing experience.
• Geology or Civil Engineering degree preferred.
• Knowledge of WSDOT specs preferred.
• WA driver's license and reliable transportation required.
• MS Office proficiency.
• Field work year-round in varying weather.
• HAZWOPER training a plus.
• Reading construction plans/specifications is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Field and laboratory work, blending field testing with lab analysis.
• Inspect soils, aggregate, concrete, and asphalt for public works and private projects.
• Prepare clear handwritten and digital reports of field observations.
• Coordinate for geotechnical drilling, hand auger, DCP, inclinometer, and mapping.
• Observe landslides and collect seismic data as required.
• Assist other HWA groups (geotechnical, environmental, pavement, laboratory).

Skills

Construction inspection

Soil testing

Asphalt testing

Report writing

Geology

Civil engineering

MS Office

HAZWOPER

Education

Geology degree

Civil Engineering degree

Tools

BlueBeam/Acrobat

Job description

HWA GeoSciences, Inc. in Bothell, WA, seeks a Construction Inspector to support field and laboratory testing for public works and private development projects across the Puget Sound region.

You will perform soils/aggregate, concrete, and asphalt inspections, prepare clear reports, and assist multiple groups. Qualifications include 3+ years of inspection experience, a Geology or Civil Engineering degree preferred, and a WA driver’s license.