Soils Technician

GeoTek, Inc.; Las Vegas, Northern (NV, KY); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

GeoTek, Inc. in Las Vegas, NV is seeking field technicians to join our geotechnical team. You will perform routine field tests, collect samples, and prepare daily reports, following proper procedures and safety standards on construction sites.

Requires a high school diploma or GED, 1+ year experience in grading or geology, and useful certifications like nuclear gauge. A vehicle is preferred for site travel; you must lift 25–75 pounds and work in outdoor conditions.

Qualifications

• Field tests and inspections on construction sites.
• Ability to follow procedures and produce daily reports.
• Past experience in grading or geology is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate in safety-sensitive construction site environments.
• Conduct field tests and collect samples as required.
• Prepare daily data reports and communicate results to supervisors.
• Navigate sites and handle equipment including nuclear gauge.
• Maintain field certifications and travel to job sites daily.

Skills

Field testing

Safety compliance

Communication

Vehicle ownership

Education

High school diploma/GED

Geology / Earth Science degree

Tools

Nuclear gauge

Shovel

Sledgehammer

Job description

Incorporated in 1997, GeoTek is a full-service consulting engineering firm specializing in geotechnical engineering, construction materials testing, special inspections, and environmental consulting. We are founded on the principle of providing strong business partnerships with our clients by demonstrating a committed passion for those who demand technical advice and responsive customer service that adds value to their projects.

Our mission is to build and maintain strong business partnerships by demonstrating a committed passion for the principles of high-quality customer service and professional consultation that results in optimum value to our clients. We provide our employees with just compensation and a challenging, stable work environment that embodies ongoing opportunities for them to further their individual goals. We also aim to furnish a good return for our shareholders by consistently achieving our financial objectives.

GeoTek offers a variety of jobs to build on your professional career, with multiple offices located in Nevada, California, Idaho, and New Mexico. Our branch offices serve more than just the state they are located in, providing services across a wide region.

GeoTek seeks field technicians for our Las Vegas office.

SUMMARY:

Individuals will be expected to perform routine field test and collects samples. Responsible for performing work using proper procedures and accurate computations and preparing daily reports detailing activities. Prepares draft reports on test performed for review by supervisor.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED/RECEIVED: Immediate

Supervisor: Field Supervisor/Manager Direct Supervisory

Responsibility: None

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND DUTIES:

• Operate in a safety sensitive position (Construction site), around heavy machinery with limited supervision.
• Ability to obtain and maintain various field certifications (through written and performance-based testing) as required by jurisdictional requirements to meet position requirements.
• Effectively communicate with Supervisor and Dispatch to obtain daily work assignments.
• Conducts various field test tests and inspections on construction sites.
• Manipulates various field equipment to perform routine testing, inspection, and sample collection including but not limited to nuclear gauge, shovel, sledgehammer.
• Perform physical testing, examinations, interpretations, and evaluations for a variety of residential and commercial projects.
• Navigate uneven terrain of constructions sites, including entering and exiting trenches with the use of a ladder.
• Prepares daily data reports of testing and inspection.
• Competent in the performance of all tests and inspections assignment
• Inform field representatives of observation and test results.
• Commute to and from job sites (1-2 hours of daily drive time)
• Obtains proper field authorizations are signed by the client when required or when work beyond the original scope isrequested.
• Advises Supervisor or Project Manager of any changes in work scope or of any potential budget over runs.
• Maintains positive business relationships with clients, contractors, subcontractors' material suppliers, etc.
• Responsible for care and maintenance assigned company equipment.
• Daily prepares and submits own time sheet for approval.
• May be requested to train new personnel and review procedures of technicians.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

EDUCATION/CERTIFICATIONS/REQUIRMENTS/LICENSE

• Requires high school diploma/GED and 1 plus years' experience in Grading or a Geology / Earth Science degree and an interest to learn.
• Your nuclear gauge, ICC Soils and other certifications are a plus.
• Should have a truck, van or suv to carry equipment and samples (We provide a vehicle reimbursement for the use of your own vehicle).
• License: Valid/current state driver’s license.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Performing, general physical activities, talking, hearing and seeing. Driving, performing physical activity that requires moving one's whole body such as standing, walking, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crawling, pushing, pulling, feeling, reaching, lifting, grasping, twisting above the waist, bending at waist, repetitive hand and arm motion. Climb ladders, exertion of force, manipulation of hand and/or foot controls. Requires considerable use of the arms and legs, such as in the physical handling of materials. Must be able to consistently lift and/ or manipulate 25-75 pounds of material/equipment in an 8-hour period.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Must be able to accomplish tasks under adverse weather and/or site conditions. Some positions may require working in confined space or climbing and working at above average heights. Ability to work independently with little supervision.

Pay Range

$19.99-$26 USD

GeoTek is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.