Soils Technician

Sage Geotechnical; Tumwater, Northern (WA, KY); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Annual wage evaluations

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Sage Geotechnical, LLC in Tumwater, WA, is seeking a full-time soil technician to perform soil laboratory testing and fieldwork. The starting wage is 25.00–35.00 per hour, based on qualifications, with benefits after probation.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, a valid driver's license, ability to lift 50 pounds, and proficiency with Microsoft Office. Training and certifications will be provided as needed to support project needs.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Valid driver's license for travel to job sites.
• Ability to read, write and speak English.
• Ability to lift at least 50 pounds.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite.

Responsibilities

• Perform soil laboratory testing.
• Document field activities, observations, and test results.
• Confirm that construction activities conform with project plans and specs.
• Communicate test results to the geotechnical project manager and general contractor.
• Assist with day-to-day business operations.

Skills

Algebra

Communication

Independence

English proficiency

Documentation

Certifications/training aptitude

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

ASTM test methods familiarity

Job description

Sage Geotechnical, LLC (Sage), a Tumwater-based geotechnical engineering firm, is seeking a full-time soil technician to complete laboratory testing and fieldwork. The approximate starting wage will be $25.00-$35.00 per hour, based on applicant’s qualifications.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma (or GED). Additional education or job experience preferred.
• A valid driver’s license for travel to and from job sites.
• Proficiency in mathematics at an Algebra level.
• The ability to work independently at job sites and to communicate effectively with subcontractors and construction foremen/superintendents.
• The ability to read, write, and speak in English.
• The ability to work in office/on site.
• The ability to lift at least 50 pounds.
• The attention to detail needed to document field activities, observations, and test results in concise logs/reports.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite.
• The aptitude to complete job-specific certifications and training.
• Familiarity with ASTM International standard test methods is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Performing soil laboratory testing.
• Documenting field activities, observations, and test results.
• Confirming that construction activities conform with the project plans and specifications.
• Communicating test results to the geotechnical project manager and the general contractor.
• Assisting with day-to-day business operations.

Sage covers the premium cost of its employees’ and their immediate families’ medical, dental, and vision insurance and provides a 401(k) retirement plan, a competitive paid time off policy, yearly wage evaluations, and opportunities for professional development. Benefits will begin after a probationary period.

It is Sage Geotechnical, LLC’s policy to provide equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.