Geo-Logic Associates, Inc. (GLA), a multi-disciplinary civil and environmental consulting firm with more than 300 professionals in 27 offices in the United States and an office in Peru. The firm was established in 1991. Our resources include well-qualified and experienced professionals with expertise in a diverse array of disciplines. Geo-Logic Associates is seeking a full-time Field Technician (Technician) to provide support for civil/site infrastructure, solid waste, mining, and environmental evaluation and remediation projects.
Office Location: Grass Valley, California
Job Reference: GV-FT-070123
The Technician will provide field observation, sampling, testing, and documentation services to support a variety of civil, geotechnical, and environmental projects at landfills, mine sites, public works construction sites, and other similar project sites. The work may include, but not be limited to:
- Field compaction testing (nuclear density, sand cone, drive-ring methods)
- Field permeability testing (BAT™, Boutwell™ permeameters)
- Moisture-density curves
- Field moisture content
- Observation and documentation of geosynthetic materials installation (geomembranes/flexible membrane liners, geotextiles, geosynthetic clay liners, etc.)
- Using GPS equipment to document test locations
- Documenting contractor work
- Assistance preparing construction completion reports
- Other tasks to support GLA’s environmental monitoring programs.
Position requirements include:
- Be eligible to work in the United States
- Valid driver’s license
Preferred skills include:
- OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER training and current 8-hour annual HAZWOPER training
- MSHA training
- Bachelor ‘s degree in physical science, environmental studies, or a related field.
- Familiarity with groundwater sampling techniques, including standard purge (dedicated and non-dedicated equipment), low flow purge, grab sampling using bailers and HydraSleeve™ devices
- Familiarity with soil density probes, nuclear density gauges, field permeameters, and standard soils tests.
Type: Full Time
Pay range: $18.00 to $28.00 per hour, commensurate with experience.
Benefits: GLA offers a comprehensive benefits package including paid sick leave, health, vision, and dental insurance, and a 401(k) retirement plan. Click here to learn more.