Geotechnical Field Technician & Logger

Ardaman & Associates, Inc.; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Ardaman & Associates, Inc. in Baton Rouge is seeking an entry-level Logger/Field Technician to support geotechnical drilling projects. The role involves documenting boring locations, preparing soil samples, and maintaining logs while working outdoors in various conditions.

The position offers training, a comprehensive benefits package, and opportunities to work on diverse projects across construction sites. Local candidates preferred with no relocation assistance.

Qualifications

• Soil classification experience a plus but we will train if necessary.
• Mechanical skills preferred.
• Class A or Class B CDL license a plus.
• Must have or be able to obtain DOT Medical Examiners Certificate.
• Available to work overtime and weekends as required to meet client schedules.
• Must pass company background checks including drug screen.
• Must have an excellent driving record within company standards.
• Local candidates preferred; no relocation assistance.

Responsibilities

• Assist drillers with locating job site and areas for drilling and determining accessibility (job setup).
• Identify boring locations using plans and GPS.
• Prepare soil samples obtained by the drillers.
• Package and label samples and transport samples to laboratory.
• Keep a written log of all soil borings.
• Load and unload equipment and supplies.
• Communicate with client and company representatives.
• Ability to lift drill steel and materials weighing up to 80 lbs.
• Assist in installing monitoring well casing and screens and other types of instrumentation in boreholes
• Clean and maintain equipment
• Help obtain drilling core samples
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

Soil classification experience

Mechanical skills

CDL license

DOT Medical Examiners Certificate

Outdoor work experience

Lifting up to 80 lbs

Overtime/weekends availability

Clean driving record

Job description

Ardaman & Associates, Inc. in Baton Rouge is seeking an entry-level Logger/Field Technician to support geotechnical drilling projects. The role involves documenting boring locations, preparing soil samples, and maintaining logs while working outdoors in various conditions.

The position offers training, a comprehensive benefits package, and opportunities to work on diverse projects across construction sites. Local candidates preferred with no relocation assistance.