Senior Engineering Technician - Earth & Environmental

Schnabel Engineering

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Schnabel Engineering is seeking a motivated Senior Technician to join their team of multi-disciplinary professionals. The ideal candidate will be able to learn quickly, possess a desire to develop both field and analytical skills, and want to be part of a strong team. Schnabel is an employee-owned, professional engineering and consulting firm specializing in geotechnical, geostructural, tunnel, and dam engineering, with a focus on solving problems related to the earth and environment. They are recognized as an ENR Top 500 Design Firm with over 700 employees across 31 offices in the United States and have been named one of the Best Engineering Firms to Work for by CE News.

Requirements

Prior experience with construction quality assurance (CQA) of geosynthetic containment systems.
Prior experience on construction projects (5+ years is preferred).
High School degree or higher.
Excellent mathematic computational skills.
Possess good oral and written communication skills.
Attention to detail and well-organized.
Ability to work independently or as part of a multi-disciplinary, multi-office team.
Strong professional work ethic and desire to perform at a high level.
Advanced Knowledge of Soil, Concrete, and Geosynthetic Laboratory testing.
Interest in working outdoors and on construction sites, at all times of the year.
Basic understanding of, and the ability to use hand tools.
Must be able to lift 50 - 75 pounds on an occasional basis and be physically able to negotiate construction sites, climb ladders and work outside.
Valid Driver’s License.
Ability to pass a background check which may include criminal history, motor vehicle record, and credit check.
Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screening.
Candidates must be willing to travel (travel time & mileage paid).

Nice To Haves

Strong mechanical aptitude preferred

Responsibilities

Field observation and documentation of construction activities for geosynthetic containment systems including geomembrane liners, geosynthetic clay liners, geocomposite, and geotextiles for impoundment structures and solid waste facilities.
Field observation and documentation of construction activities for structures, roads, parking areas, utilities, retaining walls, and other construction. Activities to be observed include subgrade preparation, excavation, backfill placement, sub-base placement, soil improvement, compaction, concrete placement, paving, and specialty construction.
Testing of construction materials including soil, concrete, asphalt, masonry, grout, fireproofing, structural steel, and reinforcing steel.
Collect data, maintain, and troubleshoot instrumentation.
Perform laboratory soils, aggregate, materials, and concrete testing.
Preparation of reports documenting observations and test results.
Communication with contractors and engineers to discuss observations and test results.