What are the responsibilities and job description for the GEOTECHNICAL ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN I position at JDS Consulting, PLLC?
Position Summary
The Geotechnical Engineering Technician I works collaboratively with other JDS employees in leading the Company toward its long-term vision of being the premier provider of engineering, design, and construction material testing in the Southeast. An employee in this class will accurately test soils and perform 3rd party inspections following JDS directives and standards, and accurately record test results. The Geotechnical Engineering Technician I is expected to act as an ambassador for the JDS brand.
Primary Responsibilities and Expectations
Soils & 3rd Party Inspections
Makes site visits and communicates with clients.
Basic plan reading and interpretation skills
Utilizes equipment to mechanically test the soil.
Auger and test in-place soil for compaction, density, and moisture content using a variety of methods.
Locating and plotting tests on project data sheets
Determining soil types and bearing capacities
Manage documentation of soil testing, including all analyses and necessary reports.
Ability to search the web and other resources for solutions.
Obtain other required certifications as dictated by JDS.
The employee is expected to work on assigned training or cross-training with other departments/positions anytime the employee has not reached 40 hrs/wk due to weather or workload.
Qualifications
Education: High School Diploma.
Experience: Previous soil testing or construction experience is desired, but not required.
Skills:
Knowledge of soil classification
Knowledge of methods for calibrating soil-related field equipment
Adheres to safety procedures at the project site
Working knowledge of various types of construction equipment
Needs to be comfortable using MS Office Word & Excel
Valid driver’s license and strong driving record
Good oral and written communication skills
Excellent time-management and organizational skills with high attention to detail
Equipment Proficiency:
DCP – Dynamic Cone Penetrometer
Hand Auger
Probe Rod
Hammer Drill/Auger
Cell Phone w/ Camera & Dropbox Integration
Environment: Field sites and on the road
**Company car gas card provided!**
Benefits (After 60 Days of Employment):
- Generous PTO plan including sick, vacation, parental leave, bereavement, plus 1 service day
- 9 Paid holidays
- Full Medical & Dental Coverage for Employees
- Vision Insurance
- Short & Long Term Disability
- Life Insurance
- Bonus Program
- Retirement Plan
- AwardCo reward program
Qualifications:
Required education: High school or equivalent
Required experience: 1 years of field engineering experience or 1 years of construction management experience
Soil and Material Testing: 1 year
Required license or certification: N/A
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $40,000 (Pay is commensurate with experience)
Expected hours: 40 per week
Schedule:
- 8-hour shift
Salary : $40,000 - $45,000