Geotechnical Engineer jobs in Asheville, NC

Engineering Technician Position Description

An engineering technician position is a dynamic, fast paced, very independent and ever-changing work schedule predominantly in the field. An engineering technician position involves 75% or more field work in all types of weather on residential and commercial sites. You must possess a reliable vehicle that can store field equipment, and sometimes even a wheelbarrow. It requires driving to multiple job sites usually within 1/2 hour to 1 hour of Asheville, but sometimes up to 2 hours away. You must be capable of carrying 50 pounds to and from your vehicle to a job site and up and down slopes. Appropriate clothing for all 4 seasons and work boots/hiking boots are required. A reliable smartphone and signal is required for continuous communication with engineering staff and technicians. You must be proficient with Microsoft word and excel documents.

An engineering technician is responsible for construction testing and inspection services in the field to include, but not limited to the following:

• Hand Auger Borings
• Fill Placement and Compaction
• Foundation Bearing Capacity Evaluation
• Concrete Sampling and Testing
• Masonry Sampling and Testing
• Asphalt Sampling and Compaction Testing
• Retaining Wall Inspections
• Reinforcement Steel Inspection
• Daily Field Reports

An engineering technician is responsible for soil, concrete, grout and mortar testing in the laboratory to include, but not limited to the following:

• Moisture Content of Soils and Aggregate
• Standard and Modified Proctors for Soils and Aggregate
• Particle Size Analysis of Soils and Aggregate
• Compressive Strength of Concrete Cylinders, Grout Prisms and Mortar Cubes
• Laboratory Testing Reports

Salary is commensurate with experience. Personal Time Off for full-time positions is accrued. We will provide training on all aspects of the engineering technician duties and provide smartphone allowance toward your monthly bill, mileage reimbursement and personal protective equipment (PPE).

Benefit Conditions:

• Waiting period may apply

COVID-19 Precaution(s):

• Social distancing guidelines in place

This Job Is:

• A good fit for applicants with gaps in their resume, or who have been out of the workforce for the past 6 months or more
• A good job for someone just entering the workforce or returning to the workforce with limited experience and education
• Open to applicants who do not have a college diploma

Work Remotely

• No

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $17.00 - $20.00 per hour

Expected hours: 25 – 45 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Construction inspection: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Willingness to travel:

• 75% (Required)

Work Location: In person