Geotechnical Lab Technician - Stock Ownership & Growth

Shannon & Wilson Inc.; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee stock ownership

Medical, prescription, vision, dental,

Long-term care and life insurance

401(k) plan with safe-harbor

Paid vacation days

Paid holidays

Paid sick leave

Parental leave

Lunch & Live wellness webinars

Tuition Reimbursement

Free parking

Job summary

Shannon & Wilson Inc. is a Seattle-based employee-owned consulting firm providing geotechnical, engineering geology, environmental and natural resource services since 1954. We seek a Laboratory Technician to perform soil and rock testing, document results, and support field sampling.

Entry- to senior-level placement is possible based on qualifications. Responsibilities include operating testing equipment, processing data, and communicating findings to clients and staff.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• For entry-level placement, 0 to 3 years of experience as a field and/or laboratory technician.
• Proficiency in mathematics, including algebra.
• Ability to accurately record laboratory readings, field notes, and sketches to document work.
• Certifications in soils, concrete, and asphalt testing including WAQTC, ACI, NICET, and HAZWOPER preferred.
• Geotechnical field-testing and observation experience preferred.
• Experience with gINT and/or BoreDM subsurface database software desirable.
• Basic computer skills: Word and Excel required; Access desirable.
• Frequent sitting, standing, walking, bending, lifting 30+ pounds.

Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory testing on soil and rock.
• Use and maintain scientific testing equipment.
• Process test data using computer software.
• Communicate test progress and present test results.
• Interact and communicate with clients, vendors, and staff at all levels.
• Perform field sampling and testing.
• Follow Shannon & Wilson's Quality Assurance policy.
• Follow and promote Health and Safety and Loss Prevention policies.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Skills

Mathematics proficiency

Record keeping

Communication

Professional demeanor

Adaptability

MS Word/Excel

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree (preferred)

Tools

MS Word

Excel

gINT/BoreDM

MS Access (desirable)

Job description

Shannon & Wilson Inc. is a Seattle-based employee-owned consulting firm providing geotechnical, engineering geology, environmental and natural resource services since 1954. We seek a Laboratory Technician to perform soil and rock testing, document results, and support field sampling.

Entry- to senior-level placement is possible based on qualifications. Responsibilities include operating testing equipment, processing data, and communicating findings to clients and staff.