Geotechnical Field Technician In Training

Terracon; Austin (TX); Vor Ort; USD 25.000 - 39.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Terracon in Austin, TX is seeking a Geotechnical Field Tech to perform observations and documentation of exploration activities, collect samples, and support project teams on site.

Under supervision you will learn and take on increasing responsibilities, maintain equipment, follow safety standards, and prepare daily reports for Project Manager. Strong communication and MS Office skills are preferred; valid driver’s license and OSHA 10 required within 6 months.

Qualifikationen

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 6 months experience preferred, but not required.
• Successful completion of related internal safety certifications.
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable violation history.
• Obtain 10-Hour OSHA certification within 6 months of hire.

Aufgaben

• Collect and analyze soil, rock, and earth materials to determine variations.
• Assist on tasks under supervision and perform basic testing and documentation.
• Provide clear documentation of findings and results.
• Communicate information to Project Manager for submittal.
• Submit documentation and communicate results as directed by staff professionals.
• Maintain assigned equipment and follow safety rules on all projects.
• Perform fieldwork for geotechnical subsurface investigation and logging.

Kenntnisse

Oral and written communication

MS Office proficiency

Team collaboration

Independent work

Field safety awareness

Ausbildung

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

MS Office

Jobbeschreibung

General Responsibilities:

Geotechnical Field Tech

Perform observations and documentation of geotechnical exploration activities (e.g. soil/rock borings or test pits). Communicate with project manager, other engineering technicians, client representatives, contractor representatives and others as applicable regarding the project site, project requirements, testing, observations and results. Transport material samples with associated identifying documentation to the laboratory for further testing and analysis. Tabulate, prepare, and submit data and observations in the form of written and digital reports as work is performed for daily transmittal to the Terracon Project Manager. Maintain and clean equipment, vehicles and work areas. Adhere to strict safety standards.

Essential Roles and Responsibilities:

• A Geotechnical Field Technician collects and analyzes samples of soil, rock, and other earth materials to determine variations in different landscapes.
• Under close supervision by higher-level technicians or staff professionals, assists on tasks and perform basic testing and observation/documentation duties.
• Provides clear documentation of findings and results.
• Communicates information to Project Manager and discusses accuracy of data in preparation for submittal.
• Submits documentation and communicates results as directed by the staff professionals.
• Will be placed in a progressively increased role of training and responsibility in work assignments.
• Maintains assigned equipment.
• Follows safety rules and practices and other safety requirements for all projects.
• Perform pre-task planning prior to executing work.
• Reports any safety issues or concerns to management.
• Be responsible for maintaining quality standards on all projects.
• Performs fieldwork for geotechnical subsurface investigation, under specific work instructions as provided by the Project Manager.
• The fieldwork will include logging of geotechnical sampling of soil and rock.
• The applicant must have good oral and written communication skills.
• Proficiency with MS Office computer programs.
• Previous experience in outdoor/field working/driving conditions is preferred, not required.
• Previous experience in Geotechnical drilling/sampling preferred, not required.
• The applicant must have the ability to work independently and as a part of a team.
• Perform other tasks/activities as required.

Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 6 months experience preferred, but not required.
• Successful completion of related internal safety certifications.
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable violation history.
• Obtain 10-Hour OSHA certification within 6 months of hire.