Geotechnical Field Technician: Soils Testing & Fieldwork

Earth Systems; Santa Barbara (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical/Vision/Dental plans

Life and AD&D coverage

Long-term disability insurance

Generous PTO

Paid holidays

Employee Assistance Program

401(k) with employer match

Flexible Spending Accounts

Health Savings Account

Certification/reimbursement

Job summary

Earth Systems, based in Santa Barbara, seeks a Geotechnical Field Technician to support field investigations, data collection, and sample analysis for geotechnical engineering projects. You will work with engineers, geologists, and project managers across multiple sites, ensuring accurate reporting and adherence to safety standards.

The role offers hands-on fieldwork, detailed data collection, and opportunities to develop expertise in geotechnical testing, materials inspection, and report

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• B.S. in Geology, Civil Engineering, or Environmental Science preferred but not required.
• ACI certifications include Aggregate Testing Technician, Aggregate/Soils Base Testing Technician, Concrete Strength Testing Technician, Concrete-Field Testing Technician.
• NICET: Construction Materials Testing: Asphalt, Concrete, Soils.
• Caltrans: JTCP Soils and Aggregate; JTCP HMA I & II.
• Nuclear gauge certification.
• DSA and AWS CWI certifications are a plus.
• Prior geotechnical fieldwork/related construction experience preferred.
• Must be familiar with Microsoft programs.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct fieldwork related to soils engineering and testing, including compaction testing.
• Observe grading activities and foundation construction, sample materials, and perform special inspection.
• Record field data and prepare daily field reports and formal reports per Earth Systems’ protocols.
• Collaborate with engineers, geologists, and project managers to meet specifications.
• Ensure safety regulations and industry standards are followed.
• Operate and maintain field testing equipment and calibrate devices.
• Demonstrate safety culture and assist team as needed.

Skills

Attention to detail

Written communication

Team collaboration

Independent work

Microsoft Office

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

B.S. in Geology, Civil Engineering, or Environmental Science

Tools

ACI certifications

NICET: Construction Materials Testing

Caltrans: JTCP Soils and Aggregate

Caltrans: JTCP HMA I & II

Nuclear gauge certification

DSA and AWS CWI certifications

Job description

Earth Systems, based in Santa Barbara, seeks a Geotechnical Field Technician to support field investigations, data collection, and sample analysis for geotechnical engineering projects. You will work with engineers, geologists, and project managers across multiple sites, ensuring accurate reporting and adherence to safety standards.

The role offers hands-on fieldwork, detailed data collection, and opportunities to develop expertise in geotechnical testing, materials inspection, and report