Geotechnical Field Technician

ECS Group of Companies; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

ECS Group of Companies is seeking an individual for a role involving the operation and maintenance of pressure meter testing equipment along with soil testing responsibilities. The qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, with a preference for a BS in Civil Engineering. The position may require handling heavy equipment and offers opportunities for those with 0 - 2 years of experience. This is a physical job that involves outdoor work in various conditions.

Qualifications

• 0 - 2 years of experience required.
• Ability to carry 40 - 70 lbs multiple times a day or occasionally lift 85 lbs to waist height.

Responsibilities

• Operating and maintaining pressure meter testing equipment.
• Laying out borings and test pits with surveying and GPS.
• Observing, classifying test pits and performing hang auger borings.
• Being involved in site seismic testing and PDA testing.
• Classifying samples obtained from drilling operations.
• Testing, sampling, and inspecting soil.
• Performing routine field and laboratory tests.

Education

High school diploma or GED

BS in Civil Engineering from an ABET accredited university

Job description

Responsibilities

• Operating and maintaining pressure meter testing equipment
• Laying out borings and test pits with conventional surveying and Global Positioning Systems (GPS)
• Observing and classifying test pits and performing hang auger borings
• Being involved in site seismic testing and Pile Driving Analyzer (PDA) testing
• Classifying samples obtained from drilling operations
• Testing, sampling, and inspecting soil
• Performing routine field and laboratory tests

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; BS in Civil Engineering from an ABET accredited university preferred
• 0 - 2 years of experience
• Position requires carrying 40 - 70 lbs multiple times a day or occasionally lifting 85 lbs to waist height

Military Qualifications

• E-4

ECS is an Equal Opportunity Employer.