Geotechnical Field Technician

ECS Southeast, LLP; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid certifications

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

A leading engineering consulting firm in Raleigh, NC is seeking a Geotechnical Field Technician. The role includes operating testing equipment, laying out borings, and classifying samples obtained from drilling operations. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma or GED, some experience, and the ability to lift weights frequently. The company offers career growth opportunities and paid certifications.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; BS in Civil Engineering preferred.
• 0 - 2 years of relevant experience.
• Requires ability to lift 40 - 70 lbs frequently.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain pressure meter testing equipment.
• Lay out borings and test pits using GPS.
• Classify test pits and perform hang auger borings.

Skills

Pressure meter testing

GPS surveying

Soil testing

Education

High school diploma or GED

BS in Civil Engineering

Job description

Position & Office Overview

As a Geotechnical Field Technician, you understand the true meaning of hard work. You are smart, strong, and willing to get dirty. Both your internal project managers and external clients are pleased with your evaluations, since documentation is something you take pride in. You go above and beyond in order to ensure that the client receives a quality evaluation and report. Need a little extra training? No worries, we offer paid certifications. We believe our technicians are worth it - and that's why you'll have all the opportunity for career growth within our company you'll want.

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

About Us

ECS Group of Companies (ECS) was founded in 1988 with the goal to raise the standards of professional engineering consulting. Today, we are a leader in geotechnical, construction materials, environmental and facilities consulting services. We are employee-owned with more than 3,000 employees in 100+ offices and testing facilities coast to coast. ECS is currently ranked #66 in Engineering News-'s Top 500 Design Firms (April 2025), #148 in Engineering News-Record's Top 200 Environmental Firms (October 2025) and #50 in Zweig Group's Hot Firm List (May 2025). For additional information about ECS, visit: www.ecslimited.com.