Field Technician

Enovate Consulting•Manhattan, NY

About The Position

Enovate is an engineering firm specializing in construction management, transportation engineering, and monitoring services. The company is seeking an entry-level Field Technician to support geotechnical and instrumentation field projects. The position involves fieldwork, equipment management, site monitoring, and accurate documentation, with work across multiple clients, contracts, and projects. The technician will coordinate with Instrumentation Engineers and Project Managers and may travel to multiple project locations as needed. The role calls for someone able to work independently and as part of a team, communicate with clients, vendors, and staff at all levels, and perform physically demanding outdoor work in varying climates. Enovate describes itself as an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from people who may not meet every listed qualification, including low-income individuals and residents of public housing or Section 8 voucher recipients. This is a HUD Section 3 eligible job opportunity, and the company is a federal contractor seeking priority referrals of protected veterans. The listed salary range is $22–$28 per hour. Enovate offers medical, dental, and vision coverage; life insurance; a 401(k) matching plan; paid time off; paid holidays; parental leave; volunteer time off; an on-site fitness center; wellness programs; and other optional programs.

Requirements

An associate or bachelor’s degree in an engineering- or construction-related field is preferred.
Some experience in construction or geotechnical fieldwork is preferred.
Ability to maintain and operate a personal and/or company vehicle.
Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Strong oral and written communication skills and ability to interact with client representatives.
Basic computer programming and data management skills.
Valid driver’s license.
Ability to stand, climb, and walk continuously during an 8-hour period in varying climates, including hot and cold conditions.
Ability to bend, kneel, twist, and reach.
Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
Ability to wear personal protective equipment, including hard hats, safety glasses, vests, and steel-toed boots, for prolonged periods.

Nice To Haves

Associate or bachelor’s degree in an engineering- or construction-related field.
Some construction or geotechnical field experience.

Responsibilities

Perform instrumentation installations, inspections, maintenance, and removals for construction projects.
Conduct field surveys as needed.
Record site observations in detailed field notes, daily reports, photographs, and logs.
Manage, track, and maintain field equipment inventory to ensure it is operationally ready.
Coordinate with Instrumentation Engineers and Project Managers to deploy field equipment on time.
Configure and update equipment using appropriate software tools; upload and organize data.
Work with multiple clients, contracts, and projects simultaneously.
Work independently and as part of a team.
Communicate and interact with clients, vendors, and staff at all levels.
Travel to multiple project locations as needed.