What are the responsibilities and job description for the Geotechnical Technician position at TTL Inc?
Founded in 1964, TTL is an engineering design firm focused on delivering integrated infrastructure solutions for public and private clients. From site and corridor selection to due diligence, design, and construction services, TTL is your trusted partner providing single-sourced custom solutions for complex infrastructure development. With more than 500 team members across the Southern United States, TTL provides a wide range of services, including civil engineering; transportation design and CEI; geotechnical engineering; environmental consulting; construction materials engineering and testing; and surveying, GIS, and mapping.
At TTL, we are driven to serve our clients, driven to serve our communities, and driven to serve our people. TTL not only provides a great work/life balance, but we provide excellent employee benefits such as a robust health & dental plan, vision, 401(k), flexible spending accounts, and generous paid time off (PTO) accrual.
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Geotechnical Technician - Nashville, TN
TTL, Inc. has a need for a geotechnical technician in Nashville, TN. This full-time position provides technical field support for geotechnical engineering projects for both private and public sectors. This person must have a good safety record and be able to communicate effectively with other team members and clients.
Primary responsibilities may include, but not limited to:
- Collecting soil samples
- Preparing field boring logs
- Conduct field testing on collected soil samples and record pertinent drilling information
- Locate and stake boring locations at various sites
- Notify utility locators of proposed drilling locations
- Conduct field electrical earth resistivity testing
- Ensure general safety of drilling crew
- Participate in safety meetings
- Data entry of field boring log information to prepare final boring logs
- Assist engineering staff with various technical tasks related to meeting project objectives
Requirements
- H.S. Diploma or GED equivalent
- Must have a valid driver’s license and a safe driving record
- Must be able to work independently as well as in a team environment
- Must be able to work in all types of weather and field conditions
- Must be able to work outside typical daily 8 am to 5 pm hours
- Must be able to travel for extended periods of time
- Must have basic computer skills for time, expense and field data entry
- Must be able to communicate effectively with fellow employees and drillers
- Must be able to read plans and maps
- Must be able to lift 50 pounds
- Knowledge of geology a plus
Job Type: Full-time
This position is subject to a pre-employment drug and motor vehicle record check.
TTL is an EEO/AAP employer.