What are the responsibilities and job description for the Geosynthetic Liner Supervisor position at Tetra Tech?
The Opportunity
Tetra Tech is adding a Geosynthetic Liner Supervisor to our Geosynthetics team based in Houston, TX.
Why Tetra Tech
At Tetra Tech, we are Leading with Science to solve the world’s most complex challenges. Our industry-leading experts in engineering and consulting are committed to driving positive change in communities around the world. For over 50 years, we have been at the forefront of innovation and sustainability. Today we stand as a market leader, offering cutting-edge solutions in water, environment, energy, and international development. Our work has improved more than 625 million lives around the world.
Your Impact
Join Tetra Tech to make a real difference. Our work leverages cutting-edge technologies, advanced analytics, and the expertise of world-class scientists and engineers to create meaningful change around the world. Discover your full potential – join us to advance your career while leaving a lasting legacy.
Position Summary
Tetra Tech’s Geosynthetics Group offers a unique work environment that specializes in the installation of all geosynthetic materials across a variety of industries. We work on new and existing project sites in MSW landfills, gold mining, power plants, and chemical and industrial facilities. These projects are located coast to coast in the Continental U.S. Your role will be on-site management as Tetra Tech’s project representative. You will be responsible for organizing and implementing day-to-day activities and planning and coordinating project progress with an assigned Project Manager.
The following duties are considered essential to the role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions:
The perks of working at Tetra Tech include:
Pay commensurate with experience.
A pre-employment drug screen in compliance with federal regulations is required, along with a physical if needed.
At Tetra Tech, health and safety play a vital role in our success. Tetra Tech’s employees work together to comply with all applicable health & safety practices and protocols, including public health orders and regulations that are mandated by local, state, provincial, federal, international authorities, and clients.
About Tetra Tech
Tetra Tech is the leader in water, environment, and sustainable infrastructure, providing high-end consulting and engineering services for projects worldwide. With 30,000 employees working together, Tetra Tech provides clear solutions to complex problems by Leading with Science® to address the entire water cycle, protect and restore the environment, design sustainable and resilient infrastructure, and support the clean energy transition.
Tetra Tech is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, marital or familial status, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law. Tetra Tech is a VEVRAA federal contractor and we request priority referral of veterans.
We invite applications from all interested parties.
Explore our open positions at https://www.tetratech.com/careers. Follow us on social media to learn more about our people, culture, and opportunities:
LinkedIn: @TetraTechCareers
X (Twitter): @TetraTechJobs
Additional Information
Tetra Tech is adding a Geosynthetic Liner Supervisor to our Geosynthetics team based in Houston, TX.
Why Tetra Tech
At Tetra Tech, we are Leading with Science to solve the world’s most complex challenges. Our industry-leading experts in engineering and consulting are committed to driving positive change in communities around the world. For over 50 years, we have been at the forefront of innovation and sustainability. Today we stand as a market leader, offering cutting-edge solutions in water, environment, energy, and international development. Our work has improved more than 625 million lives around the world.
Your Impact
Join Tetra Tech to make a real difference. Our work leverages cutting-edge technologies, advanced analytics, and the expertise of world-class scientists and engineers to create meaningful change around the world. Discover your full potential – join us to advance your career while leaving a lasting legacy.
Position Summary
Tetra Tech’s Geosynthetics Group offers a unique work environment that specializes in the installation of all geosynthetic materials across a variety of industries. We work on new and existing project sites in MSW landfills, gold mining, power plants, and chemical and industrial facilities. These projects are located coast to coast in the Continental U.S. Your role will be on-site management as Tetra Tech’s project representative. You will be responsible for organizing and implementing day-to-day activities and planning and coordinating project progress with an assigned Project Manager.
- Be punctual on all days work is assigned.
- Stay in company provided lodging.
- Per diem for meals and incidentals.
The following duties are considered essential to the role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions:
- Familiar with general liner installation techniques and respective equipment.
- Prepare professional business documents such as timesheets, dailies, expense reports.
- Read & interpret engineers plans and specifications.
- Effectively communicate with direct reports, peers, and clients.
- Assist with the procurement of materials, equipment, and supplies for projects.
- Perform construction activities in a safe and proper manner.
- Perform maintenance on system components to ensure or restore proper operation and compliance.
- Oversee and maintain clean, and organized equipment and supplies.
- Provide an aggressive and proactive approach to client needs.
- Complete project related paperwork neatly, timely, and accurately.
- Understand environmental and health & safety regulations and perform work in a competent manner.
- Familiar with survey equipment, geosynthetic liner, forklift and off-road trucks, and material handling equipment.
- Conduct activities in line with internal procedures, legislation, and industry standards.
- Pursue continuous professional development and maintain a high degree of discipline knowledge and awareness.
- Work in a safe manner at all times and report all health and safety incidents and concerns.
- Perform additional duties as required.
- High School Diploma or equivalent.
- At least 3 years of construction working experience and at least two years supervising.
- Minimum 1-year heavy equipment operation or forklift operation.
- Proficient in the use of the PC, specifically with the Microsoft Office suite of products (Word, Excel, and Outlook).
- To drive for company business, you must maintain a safe driving record as defined by Tetra Tech’s Vehicle Safety program. This offer of employment is contingent upon successful evaluation of a motor vehicle (MVR) check, if required.
- Bachelors in Civile Engineering or Construction Management.
- Liner experience with current OSHA or MSHA certification.
- Familiarity with landfill work and various other project sites, including use of surveying equipment and blueprints preferred.
- Lift a minimum of 50 pounds on a non-consistent basis.
- Walk long distances, up and down steep slopes, and varied outdoor terrain.
- Climb, bend, and stand for extended periods of time.
- Work in variable conditions including extreme (hot and cold) weather safely.
- Work with and around heavy construction equipment and excavations on landfills, industrial sites, power plants, gold mines, and coal ash sites.
- Travel for extended periods, as necessary. Anticipated that a working construction supervisor will travel 100% of the time 7-9 months out of the year, with various breaks throughout the winter months.
- Must be available to work overtime, nights, weekends, and holidays when necessary.
- A background investigation if required. Please note that this investigation requires your consent and cooperation.
- This offer is also contingent on valid proof of completed OSHA 10 Hour Construction certificate as defined by Tetra Tech.
The perks of working at Tetra Tech include:
- Comprehensive and market-competitive benefits. https://www.tetratech.com/careers/life-at-tetra-tech/.
- Merit-based financial rewards.
- Flexibility and company-wide commitment to work/life balance.
- Collaborative team atmosphere that values the contributions of all employees.
- Learning and development opportunities for ongoing professional growth.
Pay commensurate with experience.
A pre-employment drug screen in compliance with federal regulations is required, along with a physical if needed.
At Tetra Tech, health and safety play a vital role in our success. Tetra Tech’s employees work together to comply with all applicable health & safety practices and protocols, including public health orders and regulations that are mandated by local, state, provincial, federal, international authorities, and clients.
About Tetra Tech
Tetra Tech is the leader in water, environment, and sustainable infrastructure, providing high-end consulting and engineering services for projects worldwide. With 30,000 employees working together, Tetra Tech provides clear solutions to complex problems by Leading with Science® to address the entire water cycle, protect and restore the environment, design sustainable and resilient infrastructure, and support the clean energy transition.
Tetra Tech is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, marital or familial status, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law. Tetra Tech is a VEVRAA federal contractor and we request priority referral of veterans.
We invite applications from all interested parties.
Explore our open positions at https://www.tetratech.com/careers. Follow us on social media to learn more about our people, culture, and opportunities:
LinkedIn: @TetraTechCareers
X (Twitter): @TetraTechJobs
Additional Information
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