Technician

Call & Nicholas; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401k matching

Profit-sharing bonus

Flexible schedule

Professional development

Job summary

Call & Nicholas in Tucson, AZ seeks a field technician to join the vibrating wire piezometer installation team. Travel to mine sites across AZ and the western US, performing field installation of instruments in drill holes and collecting data.

This role requires 50–75% travel, alternating shifts, outdoor work, and DOT medical clearance. Training is available for the right candidate, with emphasis on reliability and problem-solving.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in engineering/technical field; training provided.
• Willing to travel 50–75% to field sites.
• Proficient with hand tools; safety-conscious.
• Excel data analysis and reporting skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication abilities.
• Independent, reliable, and able to work in remote locations.
• Legally eligible to work in the United States; DOT medical clearance.

Responsibilities

• Travel to mine sites to install geotechnical instruments in drill holes.
• Field work including site characterization, mapping, and logging.
• Data collection, processing, and reduction from downhole equipment.
• Prepare technical documentation and reports of field data.
• Coordinate with clients and drill crews; maintain DOT records.

Skills

Engineering experience

Excel proficiency

Hand tools usage

Strong communication

Independent work

Travel readiness

Education

Undergraduate STEM coursework

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Company Description

Call & Nicholas is an internationally recognized geotechnical engineering firm based in Tucson, AZ that provides consulting services to clients in the mining industry. CNI has been in existence since 1979 and employs engineers, geologists, and support staff. We are an industry leader in geotechnical services and proud to be 100% employee owned. Check us out further on our website at www.cnitucson.com

Job Description

We are seeking a hardworking individual to join our consulting group based in Tucson, AZ. The position is with our vibrating wire piezometer installation team doing the following:

• Travel to mine sites and work with drill crews to install specialty geotechnical and hydrogeology instruments in drill holes including vibrating-wire piezometers and TDR cable at various sites mostly in Arizona and in the western US.
• Field work will include site characterization, drillhole stability assessment and downhole equipment installation, geologic and geotechnical mapping, and geomechanical core logging.
• Data collecting and processing of downhole installed equipment and data reduction.
• Technical documentation and reporting of field data and analysis work.
• Must be willing to travel 50-75% of the time. All field work will be outdoors in varying environments.
• Willing to do alternating shift work as needed. Work on-call shifts.
• Communicate with clients and geologic drillers to educate on procedures and solve problems. Maintain DOT driving and project labor records.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in an engineering, mechanical, or technical field, such as military service, maintenance, fabrication, civil construction, or a similar hands‑on industry. We are willing to train the right candidate.
• Demonstrated integrity, self‑motivation, and the ability to work independently in remote locations on high‑value projects.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Microsoft Excel, including modifying worksheets, editing formulas, creating charts, and analyzing data.
• Comfortable using a variety of hand tools and battery‑powered tools safely and effectively.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent problem‑solving abilities with an engineering mindset and the ability to lead and work effectively within a team.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally as required.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record and the ability to pass a Department of Transportation (DOT) medical examination.
• Flexibility to work day or night shifts based on project requirements.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

Preferred

• Undergraduate coursework or degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) field.
• Experience driving work trucks and operating light trailers.
• Hands‑on experience using a wide variety of hand tools and battery‑powered tools.
• Experience performing outdoor field work in varying weather and environmental conditions.
• Previous shift work experience and flexibility to work day or night shifts as needed.
• Experience training, mentoring, or supervising others.
• Experience working in a service‑based business or customer‑focused environment.

Additional Information

Starting Pay

$25–$30 per hour, depending on prior experience and education.

Benefits

• Comprehensive full‑family medical, dental, & vision insurance coverage
• Long‑term disability, life insurance
• 401k with 5%+ company matching contribution
• Annual profit‑share and merit bonuses
• PTO, Sick leave, and 9 observed holidays
• Paid Maternity and Parental leave
• Flexible schedule
• Casual workplace
• Continuing Education assistance
• Professional Development Fund

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.