Geotechnical Field Technician: Construction Inspector

Dynamic Earth LLC; Lower Providence Township (PA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Medical/dental/vision

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Professional development

Employee Assistance Program

Cross-discipline collaboration

Leadership exposure

Career growth

Job summary

Dynamic Engineering is seeking an Engineering Technician to perform construction phase testing and inspections on active projects, producing field notes, SIRs, and daily reports under supervision.

The role covers soil testing, site visits, and collaboration with geotechnical engineers, with focus on safety and timely documentation across commercial, residential, and public-sector projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or construction-related field preferred.
• 0–4 years’ experience in construction inspection field or laboratory testing.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to operate personal/company vehicle.
• AOI/OSHA/field-testing certificates or APNGA training preferred; experience with lab equipment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct site visits, testing, and inspection services at construction job sites.
• Perform laboratory testing on soil samples and related properties.
• Assist geotechnical engineers with site investigations and tests.
• Pickup and drop-off samples to laboratories, review project documents.
• Conduct structural and footing inspections, monitor earthwork and compaction.
• Communicate with contractors and project managers; prepare reports.
• Maintain calibrated instruments and manage lab inventory.
• Ensure safety policies are followed; perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Attention to detail

Strong communication

Independent work

Metric & English tools

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or construction field

Tools

MS Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

Dynamic Engineering is seeking an Engineering Technician to perform construction phase testing and inspections on active projects, producing field notes, SIRs, and daily reports under supervision.

The role covers soil testing, site visits, and collaboration with geotechnical engineers, with focus on safety and timely documentation across commercial, residential, and public-sector projects.