Soil Technician

Verdantas; California; On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking a dedicated Soil Technician II to join its dynamic team. This role involves conducting soil testing and ensuring adherence to regulatory standards while working closely with contractors and project managers. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in soil testing, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to safety. Join a forward-thinking company that prioritizes sustainability and offers a supportive environment for career growth. Your contributions will play a vital role in shaping sustainable project outcomes across diverse sectors.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off

Life and AD&D Insurance

Short-Term and Long-Term Disability

Paid Maternity Leave

Paid Paternity Leave

Qualifications

• 3+ years of soil testing experience or equivalent.
• Ability to read and interpret design plans and project instructions.

Responsibilities

• Conduct nuclear density testing and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Prepare and review field paperwork and communicate project progress.

Skills

Soil Testing

Nuclear Density Testing

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Effective Reporting

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Moisture Density Gauge

Job description

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This range is provided by Verdantas. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$26.00/hr - $30.00/hr

Welcome to Verdantas, where innovation meets sustainability, and your career finds purpose. At Verdantas, we are pioneers in delivering a comprehensive suite of environmental consulting, sustainable engineering, cutting-edge modeling, and digital technology services. Specializing in thriving markets with strong growth trends, we play a pivotal role in shaping sustainable project outcomes across diverse sectors such as power, renewable energy, water resources, government land use, and transportation infrastructure.

Our dynamic team, comprised of environmental scientists, engineers, geologists, and technical specialists, collaborate closely with clients, harnessing state-of-the-art technology to provide highly accurate datasets and models that tackle intricate environmental and infrastructure challenges. We pride ourselves on going beyond conventional problem-solving; we function as strategic partners, actively assisting clients in realizing their infrastructure and sustainability goals.

Verdantas stands at the forefront with a robust team of nearly 1,800 professionals, including top-tier scientists, engineers, and technical experts strategically positioned throughout the U.S. Our commitment to excellence is grounded in a people-focused culture, prioritizing the well-being of our employees, clients, and the communities we serve. As a reliable partner, Verdantas offers integrated solutions and forward-thinking strategies in environmental consulting, engineering, and digital technology services.

Join us on this journey where your skills and passion align with our mission to create a sustainable future through groundbreaking solutions. At Verdantas, your career transcends traditional boundaries, and your impact extends far beyond the workplace. Discover a workplace where your talents thrive, and your contributions make a lasting difference.

Verdantas is seeking a Soil Technician II. This position will be located in Palm Desert or Temecula, CA.

Responsibilities:

• Nuclear density testing
• Effectively communicate with contractors, clients, project managers, and supervisor
• Confirmation of adherence to current regulatory agencies’ grading ordinances and building codes
• Be attentive to detail and concentrate efforts on learning technical skills
• Remain up-to-date on current projects via supervisor, project managers and other technicians
• Prepare and review field paperwork, maps, and test sheets and submit them daily
• Communicate on a daily basis with direct supervisor and project manager of each project, all progress and any special situations or problems
• Attend tailgate safety meetings, loss prevention meetings, and other required meetings
• Follow company policies and procedures and safety procedures

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED
• 3+ years of soil testing experience or equivalent
• Must be able to carry up to 50 lbs. regularly and up to 80 lbs. occasionally with or without accommodation, sometimes over substantial distances
• Ability to read, analyze and interpret design plans and project instructions
• Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel
• Ability to write effective daily reports
• Experience with Moisture Density Gauge operation
• Must have your own vehicle to be able to transport Nuclear gauge/field equipment and go off-road on undeveloped sites
• Must be able to pass a background check and drug screening

Preferred Certifications:

• City of LA Deputy Grading Inspector Certification
• American Concrete Institute (ACI) Concrete Field Testing Technician – Grade 1 Certification
• Caltrans Certifications: CTM 125, 216, 231, 375, 504, 518, 523, 533, 539 and 540
• Medical
• Vision
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Time Off + Holidays

Verdantas strives to develop new ways to increase diversity awareness within our organization. We recruit and reward our employees based on capability and performance — regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, lifestyle, age, educational background, national origin, religion, or physical ability. For us, it is imperative to build balanced teams from all walks of life and we believe that a diverse workforce is a stronger workforce.

Verdantas is an EOE race/color/religion/sex/sexual orientation/gender identity/national origin/disability/vet

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Industries

  Environmental Services, Civil Engineering, and Construction

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Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid maternity leave

Paid paternity leave

Disability insurance

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