Instrumentation & Monitoring Technician

Geocomp and GeoTesting Express; New York (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Comprehensive health insurance

Health savings account (HSA)

Paid time off (PTO)

Professional development assistance

Employee referral program

Job summary

Geocomp is seeking an Instrumentation & Monitoring Technician to join our team in New York City, NY. This role combines field and office work to install geotechnical and structural monitoring systems for heavy civil infrastructure projects.

The successful candidate will assemble instrumentation, install data acquisition systems, collect field data, and prepare technical reports while coordinating with clients and project stakeholders. Travel up to 25% and a valid U.S.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline.
• Relevant educational background or work experience in sensors, mechanical, geotechnical, and/or structural engineering.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, SharePoint, and PowerPoint) and Adobe Acrobat.
• Ability to travel domestically up to approximately 25% of the time.
• Valid U.S. driver's license with a clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Assemble instrumentation and dataloggers.
• Install and commission data acquisition systems.
• Perform field inspections of construction activities.
• Supervise drill rigs, including soil sampling for geotechnical evaluations.
• Prepare boring logs.
• Install instrumentation in the field.
• Download, process, and reduce field data.
• Coordinate and communicate with clients, subcontractors, and other project stakeholders.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Engineer in Training (EIT) certification

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Adobe Acrobat

SharePoint

PowerPoint

Job description

Geocomp is seeking an Instrumentation & Monitoring Technician to join our team in New York City, NY.

Geocomp's Instrumentation & Monitoring Services provide the implementation and operation of complex monitoring systems that help protect critical infrastructure during construction and operation.

The successful candidate will be responsible for installing geotechnical and structural monitoring systems for heavy civil infrastructure projects while supporting our Geo-Structural Engineering consulting practice. This role offers a combination of field and office work, depending on project needs.

Whether you are an entry-level professional eager to learn or an experienced technician looking to expand your skills, this position offers an excellent opportunity to grow within an internationally recognized instrumentation and monitoring group.

Key Responsibilities

• Assemble instrumentation and dataloggers.
• Install and commission data acquisition systems.
• Perform field inspections of construction activities.
• Supervise drill rigs, including soil sampling for geotechnical evaluations.
• Prepare boring logs.
• Install instrumentation in the field.
• Download, process, and reduce field data.
• Climb ladders and lift up to 50 lbs when installing or decommissioning instrumentation.
• Operate power and hand tools (including hammer drills, reciprocating saws, and wrenches).
• Prepare technical reports.
• Coordinate and communicate with clients, subcontractors, and other project stakeholders.
• Perform field work, typically 2–3 days per week during the summer months.
• Provide additional project support as needed.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline.
• Relevant educational background or work experience in sensors, mechanical, geotechnical, and/or structural engineering.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, SharePoint, and PowerPoint) and Adobe Acrobat.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with individuals and teams with diverse work styles.
• Willingness to travel domestically up to approximately 25% of the time.
• Valid U.S. driver's license with a clean driving record.
• Authorization to work in the United States.

Preferred Experience

• Field construction experience.
• Engineer in Training (EIT) certification.
• Experience with GIS and CAD software.
• Experience with instrumentation installation and monitoring.

Physical Demands

The candidate must be able to climb ladders and lift or carry up to 50 lbs. This position may require working in confined spaces and at heights exceeding 10 feet. Some work will be performed in the field, where exposure to chemicals, noise, dust, varying temperatures and humidity, fumes, and construction equipment may occur.

Benefits Package

• 401(k) with company match
• Comprehensive health insurance
• Health savings account (HSA)
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Professional development assistance
• Employee referral program

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