Instrumentation & Monitoring Technician (Baltimore/Washington, DC)
About The Position
Geocomp, Inc. is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Instrumentation & Monitoring Technician to join their team. This role involves the implementation and operation of complex monitoring systems for critical infrastructure projects, focusing on geotechnical and structural monitoring. The position requires installing these systems for heavy civil infrastructure projects and supporting the Geo-Structural Engineering consulting practice. It offers a blend of field and office work, suitable for both entry-level professionals and experienced technicians looking to expand their skills within an internationally recognized instrumentation and monitoring group.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline.
- Relevant educational background or work experience in sensors, mechanical, geotechnical, and/or structural engineering.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, SharePoint, and PowerPoint) and Adobe Acrobat.
- Ability to collaborate effectively with individuals and teams with diverse work styles.
- Willingness to travel domestically up to approximately 25% of the time.
- Valid U.S. driver's license with a clean driving record.
- Authorization to work in the United States.
Nice To Haves
- Field construction experience.
- Engineer in Training (EIT) certification.
- Experience with GIS and CAD software.
- Experience with instrumentation installation and monitoring.
Responsibilities
- Assemble instrumentation and dataloggers.
- Install and commission data acquisition systems.
- Perform field inspections of construction activities.
- Supervise drill rigs, including soil sampling for geotechnical evaluations.
- Prepare boring logs.
- Install instrumentation in the field.
- Download, process, and reduce field data.
- Climb ladders and lift up to 50 lbs when installing or decommissioning instrumentation.
- Operate power and hand tools (including hammer drills, reciprocating saws, and wrenches).
- Prepare technical reports.
- Coordinate and communicate with clients, subcontractors, and other project stakeholders.
- Perform field work, typically 2–3 days per week during the summer months.
- Provide additional project support as needed.
Benefits
- 401(k) with company match
- Comprehensive health insurance
- Health savings account (HSA)
- Paid time off (PTO)
- Professional development assistance
- Employee referral program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
