Geotechnical Field Technician - Paid Certifications & Growth

ECS Southwest, LLP; Carrollton (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

ECS Southwest, LLP in Texas is seeking a Geotechnical Field Technician to perform field and laboratory geotechnical tasks, site observations, soil logging, and reporting. You will support project managers and clients, contribute to data collection, and grow through paid certifications.

This role involves outdoor conditions, lifting, travel, and adherence to safety practices. ECS offers hands-on training with a clear path for advancement as you gain experience and credentials.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required. BS in Civil Engineering from an ABET accredited university preferred.
• 0 - 2 years of experience.

Responsibilities

• Layout of borings and test pits by conventional surveying and GPS; observation and classification of test pits and soils; performance of hand auger borings, DCP testing, soil logging and other geotechnical field work.
• Office responsibilities include classification of samples from drilling operations and reduction of GPS data for utilization and reporting.
• May handle department administrative duties or work in the construction materials testing department.
• Work on active construction sites involving field observation, testing, sampling and inspection of soil, aggregates, concrete, grout, masonry, asphalt and structural steel placement.
• Under supervision, perform routine field and/or lab tests and assist with more complex tasks; may be involved in calculations and data reduction.

Education

High school diploma or GED

BS in Civil Engineering

Job description

ECS Southwest, LLP in Texas is seeking a Geotechnical Field Technician to perform field and laboratory geotechnical tasks, site observations, soil logging, and reporting. You will support project managers and clients, contribute to data collection, and grow through paid certifications.

This role involves outdoor conditions, lifting, travel, and adherence to safety practices. ECS offers hands-on training with a clear path for advancement as you gain experience and credentials.