Construction Field Technician
About The Position
GTA is seeking a Geotechnical Field Technician for its Fredericksburg, Virginia office. The technician provides observation and testing services for geotechnical and environmental development projects, supporting geologists, engineers, and scientists who serve private- and public-sector clients. The role involves monitoring and testing soil moisture and density with a nuclear density testing gauge, testing concrete, asphalt, and other materials, and observing and documenting construction activities to assess compliance with technical specifications. The technician prepares daily field reports and test summaries. The position involves outdoor work and may require extended periods of standing, repetitive motions, and frequent handling or movement of heavy materials and samples. GTA provides personal protective equipment, including a high-visibility vest, hard hat, gloves, and safety glasses.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Own transportation.
- Valid driver's license and good driving record.
- Enjoy working outdoors.
- Ability to stand for extended durations and perform repetitive motions, such as lifting or hammering.
- Ability to handle, finger, or feel; reach, climb, or balance; crouch, stoop, crawl, kneel, and sit; and see and smell, including close, distance, peripheral, and depth vision and the ability to focus.
- Regularly lift and/or move 60 pounds and occasionally move 80 pounds or more.
Nice To Haves
- NICET, WACEL, and/or ACI certifications; preferred but not required.
Responsibilities
- Monitor and test soil moisture and density using a nuclear density testing gauge.
- Test concrete, asphalt, and other materials.
- Observe and document construction activities to assess compliance with technical specifications.
- Prepare daily field reports and test summaries documenting work performed.
- Support geologists, engineers, and scientists on geotechnical and environmental development projects.
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Generous paid time off
- Paid holidays
- Annual bonus potential
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Health savings account
- Flexible spending account
- Company-paid life insurance
- Short- and long-term disability insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Education assistance program
- Employee assistance program, including short-term counseling, financial coaching, legal consultations, and life coaching
- Peak Health Wellness Plan, including personalized nurse consultations, no-cost lab work, and ongoing wellness support
- Free professional society memberships
- Professional development through seminars, conventions, Lunch & Learns, mentoring, and software training
- Referral bonuses
- Employee Recognition Program
- Company picnics and events
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
