Geotechnical Field Technician

langan • Salt Lake City, UT

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Langan is a leading land development engineering and environmental consulting firm, providing services to a diverse range of clients globally. The company is recognized for its collaborative culture, career growth opportunities, and commitment to an inclusive and supportive work environment, employee well-being, and sustainability, including carbon-neutral office spaces. Langan is seeking a Geotechnical Field Technician to join its team in Salt Lake City, UT. This role is crucial for performing field work and inspections related to logging of borings and test pits, earthwork, shallow foundations, ground improvement, and deep foundations. The position offers the opportunity to work outdoors in a fast-paced environment with potential for travel.

Requirements

• 2+ years’ related geotechnical field technician experience
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong attention to detail with excellent analytical, multitasking, and judgment capabilities
• Ability to effectively work independently and in a team environment
• Reliable transportation to access job sites and a valid driver’s license in good standing
• Ability to spend 100% of their work hours in the field

Nice To Haves

• Associate’s degree in Engineering Technology, Construction Management, or related field
• Construction or technology related experience (i.e., logging of borings, foundation subgrade/bearing zone inspection, earthwork and Nuclear Gauge certification)

Responsibilities

• Perform field inspections as it relates to logging of borings and test pits, earthwork, shallow foundations, ground improvement and deep foundations (i.e., augercast piles, driven piles or drilled shafts)
• Prepare daily field inspection reports and ensure data sheets are accurate and up-to-date
• Oversee and document residential grout monitoring for sinkhole remediation projects
• Install and maintain seismograph vibration monitors and download data; assist with pre-construction conditions documentation; assist with preparation of monitoring reports
• Maintain field equipment; troubleshoot as necessary
• Perform other duties as requested

Benefits

• full-time employment company paid medical, dental, and vision coverage
• life insurance
• short- and long-term disability insurance
• paid pregnancy disability leave
• 401(k)/Roth with company match
• paid time off including parental and military leave
• employee referral and professional license bonuses
• educational reimbursement
• employee resource groups
• flexible work schedules
• extensive training
• wellness programs
• buddy and mentoring programs

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees