Geotechnical Engineer jobs in Coeur D Alene, ID

Field Technician - Spokane, WA (Regular Full-Time)

As a Field Technician, you’ll play a key role in supporting day-to-day field work for geotechnical engineering projects. You’ll be responsible for observing geotechnical explorations, conducting site visits, monitoring construction for compliance with project specifications, and preparing daily field reports. You’ll also have a chance to get your hands dirty (literally) by assisting with collection and testing of soil and/or groundwater samples at various project sites.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Monitors field explorations and construction activities as they relate to the company’s services.
• Completes detailed, accurate field notes and prepares daily field reports in a timely manner.
• Collects samples from the field (soil, groundwater, surface water, concrete, etc.) in accordance with established procedures.
• Maintains and operates field equipment/instrumentation as needed in accordance with specified procedures.
• Conducts field inspections in a safe manner in accordance with established Health and Safety guidelines.
• May assist with laboratory testing as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• High school education or equivalent.
• No experience required; at least one year of previous geotechnical borehole logging and/or construction monitoring field experience in private consulting preferred.
• 40 Hour OSHA HAZWOPER training preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Valid driver’s license

Physical Requirements / Work Environment

• Normal office environment with moderate noise levels, occasional lifting of up to 50 lbs., prolonged sitting and regular walking, bending, standing and reaching.
• Ability to perform a wide range of physical activities and do heavy work including exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally.
• Ability to perform consistent work on a PC with prolonged view of a monitor/screen.

Our Commitment to Belonging at GeoEngineers

When people feel they can bring their whole selves to work, that they have a voice and are supported and respected, it creates trust and a feeling of belonging— employees then flourish, grow their careers, and do the best work of their lives. They are more innovative and creative, more productive, and better able to serve our clients and communities. A culture of belonging allows our employees to thrive and our company to prosper. This is a journey. We are committed to doing the work, learning, and evolving as we go.

GeoEngineers is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome and encourage candidates from all backgrounds and experiences to apply for roles on our team. Whoever you are, just be you.