Field Technician - Geotechnical

Colliers Engineering & Design • Charlotte, NC

4h • Onsite

About The Position

Colliers Engineering & Design is seeking a Field Technician - Geotechnical to join our Geotechnical team in our Charlotte, NC office, supporting construction projects in a dynamic, hands-on field environment. In this position, you will perform observation and testing of soil, concrete, and asphalt, ensuring work is completed in accordance with project specifications, industry standards, and safety guidelines. You’ll play a key role in documenting field activities, supporting geotechnical explorations, and helping deliver accurate, high-quality results on a variety of projects.

Requirements

• High School diploma/equivalent; Associates Degree in engineering and science related field.
• 0+ years of related experience.
• Construction Material Testing: Achieve ACI, Asphalt (State Specific) and Nuclear Density Gauge certification, OSHA 10 required and OSHA 40 if applicable.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Ability to read, write and understand English for purposes of comprehending written job-related communications and verbal instructions and interactions.
• MS Office.
• Become familiar with reading plans and specifications.
• Become familiar with industry practices and materials for construction.
• Ability to use technology such as laptop, tablet, & smart phone.

Responsibilities

• Perform field testing procedures accurately and in accordance with standards and specifications.
• Complete daily reports and testing documents completely and timely.
• Transport, handle, and maintain equipment and supplies responsibly and effectively.
• Become proficient in soil and rock classification systems.
• Communicate effectively with management, contractors, and clients both verbally and in writing.
• Work independently with supervision.
• Comply with internal and client Health & Safety and testing policies if applicable.
• Ability to work weekend, evening, and overtime work based on project needs; overnight travel may occasionally be required with this position.
• Test concrete for slump, air content, unit weight, temperature, and fabricate concrete cylinders.
• Test engineered fill using field density methods.
• Perform soil moisture-density tests.
• Accurately interpret civil engineering site drawings and structural details.
• Technical observation of test borings, test pits, and perform field permeability tests.

Benefits

• company paid medical, dental, and vision coverage
• paid pregnancy disability leave
• short- and long-term disability insurance
• life insurance
• a company-matched 401(k)/Roth
• paid time off that includes parental and military leave
• employee referral and professional license bonuses
• a straight time policy that compensates exempt employees for billable hours worked in excess of 40 billable hours within a work week.
• reimbursement for education
• a free in-house resource for hundreds of educational and self-enrichment courses
• mentorship program
• wellness program
• Women’s Organization and ongoing philanthropic opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree