Geotechnical Engineering Technician

About the Role

Geo-Technology Associates, Inc. (GTA) is seeking a full-time Geotechnical Engineering Technician for our Raleigh, North Carolina office. This role involves field and laboratory work, collaborating with the laboratory manager and professional engineers to ensure safe building construction. In-house training and certification opportunities will be provided.

• Position Type: Full-time
• Work Schedule: Monday through Friday, 7 a.m. until 5 p.m.
• Compensation: Hourly rate based on local market and candidate interview. Overtime paid at time and a half for hours exceeding 40 per week.
• Work Environment: Most of the day will be spent outdoors. Be prepared to work in a variety of weather conditions. This position may require standing for extended durations as well as repetitive motions such as lifting or hammering.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform field testing including temperature, slump, air, and unit weight and strength testing for concrete, grout, and mortar.
• Conduct testing for soils, concrete, mortar, grout, and fireproofing according to various ASTM standards.
• Manage, sort, and test concrete and other construction material specimens delivered to the laboratory.
• Prepare specimens for compressive strength testing for construction materials including concrete, grout, mortar, and masonry in the engineering laboratory.
• Manage equipment maintenance and calibrations of laboratory and field equipment.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in Construction Materials Testing (CMT) is a plus.
• Must own reliable transportation and possess a valid driver's license with a satisfactory driving record. Mileage/tolls will be reimbursed.
• Must wear steel-toe or composite-toe boots.
• Willingness to learn and grow in the engineering and testing industry.
• Honesty and reliability are essential.
• Ability to safely use power tools and specialized equipment.
• Physical capability to lift 50lbs or more on a regular basis; and occasionally move 60 pounds regularly; and occasionally move 80 pounds or more.
• Ability to use hands to handle, finger, or feel; reach, climb or balance; crouch, stoop, crawl, kneel and sit; smell and see (including close, distance and peripheral vision, depth vision and ability to focus).
• Some weekend hours will be required to meet project needs.
• An understanding of basic math and science.

Additional Information

• Certification: In-house training and statewide to national level certification will be provided.
• Overtime: Paid at time and a half for all hours worked over 40 hours in one week.