Geotechnical Laboratory Technician - Houston

Tetra Tech; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Tetra Tech seeks a Geotechnical Laboratory Technician for a full-time position in Houston, TX. The role involves performing essential geotechnical tests, including moisture content and compressive strength analysis, with training provided for the right candidate. Strong organizational skills and a good attitude in a team environment are essential.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits program

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance

Qualifications

• Willing to work weekends and overtime.
• Able to lift, carry, push, and pull equipment weighing up to 50 lb.
• Individual should be physically fit and able to spend extended hours working in the laboratory.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic geotechnical laboratory testing including visual classification and density tests.
• Handle soil sample processing and sample extrusion.

Skills

Math skills

Organizational skills

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Geotechnical Laboratory Technician - Houston

Ardaman & Associates, Inc. is one of the largest geotechnical engineering and materials testing consulting firms in the Southeastern U.S. Over our history, we have worked on more than 150,000 projects throughout the Southeast, the U.S., and worldwide. This vast list of project experience includes services for virtually every type of public and private client associated with industrial, commercial and infrastructure projects.

Ardaman has the following opportunity available:

Geotechnical Laboratory Technician

Full time position in a Soils Laboratory in Houston, TX. Candidate will be required to perform basic geotechnical laboratory testing. Tests include visual classification, moisture content, density, compressive strength, Atterberg limits and particle size analysis. Tasks will include sample extrusion and soil sample processing. Prior experience preferred, but training will be provided.

Requirements:

• Excellent driving record within company standards
• Willing to work weekends and overtime as required
• Willing to work on out of town assignments as required
• Able to lift, carry, push, and pull equipment weighing up to 50 lb.
• Have a High School Diploma or equivalent
• Must have good math skills, organizational skills, and good attitude
• Get along well in a team environment and be safety minded in all aspects of his work
• Individual should be physically fit and able to spend extended hours working in the laboratory.

We offer a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, paid time off, 401(k) with company match, and much more.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law. Ardaman is a wholly owned subsidiary of Tetra Tech, who is a VEVRAA federal contractor and we request priority referral of veterans. Ardaman is a Drug Free Workplace.