26711BR

　　Service Line:

　　Geotechnical

　　Office Name:

　　Dallas

　　Job Description:

　　General Responsibilities:

　　Assist with load testing of driven piles. This will include physical requirement of lifting up to 50 lbs., recording data from dial indicators, working around heavy equipment (excavator and/or backhoe), working outdoors in various weather conditions and working out of town for extended periods (up to 10 days at a time).

　　Communicate with project manager, client representative, and others as applicable regarding the project site, project requirements, and field exploration requirements. Adhere to strict safety standards.

　　Additional responsibilities may include Coordinate field activities for geotechnical projects. This may include coordinating utility locates, marking boring locations, overseeing site clearing activities, and scheduling drill crews and traffic control as needed. Logging bore holes will be required for some projects. In addition, the job will require coordinating with property owners and clients for site access

　　Essential Roles and Responsibilities:

　　Under supervision of the staff professionals, assist on tasks associated with field or site exploration activities.

　　Communicates information to Project Manager and other team members.

　　Will be placed in a progressively increased role of training and responsibility in work assignments.

　　Maintains assigned equipment.

　　Follow safety rules and practices and other safety requirements for all projects. Perform pre-task planning prior to executing work. Report any safety issues or concerns to management.

　　Be responsible for maintaining quality standards on all projects.

　　Requirements:

　　High school diploma or equivalent

　　Excavator operator experience a plus, but not required.

　　Successful completion of related internal safety certifications.

　　Valid driver’s license with acceptable violation history.

　　Ability to utilize basic computer programs such as Microsoft Word and Excel

　　Exemption:

　　Non-exempt

　　Requisition ID:

　　26711BR

　　Posting Title:

　　Geotechnical Engineering Technician I

　　Employment Type:

　　Regular, Full Time

　　City, State (Office Location):

　　Dallas, TX

　　About Terracon:

　　Terracon is a 100 percent employee-owned multidiscipline consulting firm comprised of more than 6,000 curious minds focused on solving engineering and technical challenges from more than 175 locations nationwide. Since 1965, Terracon has evolved into a successful multi-discipline firm specializing in environmental, facilities, geotechnical, and materials services. Terracon’s growth is due to our talented employee-owners exceeding expectations in client service and growing their careers with new and exciting opportunities in the marketplace.

　　Terracon’s vision of “Together, we are best at people” is demonstrated through our excellent compensation and benefits package. Based on eligibility, role and job status, we offer many programs including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan, paid time off and holidays, education reimbursement, and various bonus programs.

　　EEO Statement:

　　Terracon is an EEO employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment, or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, or military status.

　　Job Category:

　　Technician/Inspector