Geotechnical Field Intern: Hands-On Site Exploration

ECS Group of Companies; Waukesha (WI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

ECS Group of Companies in Wisconsin is seeking a motivated geotechnical field assistant. You will help with fieldwork, subsurface exploration, boring logs, soil sampling, and field plans under supervision, gaining hands-on experience in a collaborative team.

Ideal candidates are pursuing Civil Engineering degrees, willing to work outdoors, and able to obtain required certifications within the onboarding period.

Qualifications

• Pursuing an engineering-related degree.
• Good communication and organizational skills.
• Willingness to work in outdoor environments and field conditions.

Responsibilities

• Assists with geotechnical fieldwork and subsurface exploration activities.
• Supports scheduling and coordination of drilling operations.
• Assists with obtaining utility clearances and evaluating site access.
• Supports preparation of drilling instructions and field plans.
• Performs boring and test pit layout using conventional surveying and GPS equipment.
• Assists in observation and classification of soil samples and test pits.
• Supports preparation of boring logs and location diagrams.
• Performs hand auger borings to obtain soil samples and subsurface information.
• Assists with site seismic testing and other field investigations.
• Observes foundation construction and ground improvement activities.
• Assists with laboratory testing activities as needed.
• Documents field observations and supports data collection efforts.
• Performs other field or project support tasks as assigned.

Skills

Strong communication

Dependable and detail-oriented

Teamwork

Outdoor work willingness

Valid driver's license

Education

Pursuing degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

ECS Group of Companies in Wisconsin is seeking a motivated geotechnical field assistant. You will help with fieldwork, subsurface exploration, boring logs, soil sampling, and field plans under supervision, gaining hands-on experience in a collaborative team.

Ideal candidates are pursuing Civil Engineering degrees, willing to work outdoors, and able to obtain required certifications within the onboarding period.