Soils Technician

Woocheen • Benicia, CA

3d • Hybrid

About The Position

Gregg Drilling is looking for a Soils Technician for their Northern California office, based in Benicia, CA. This position is a mix of field work and office work. The candidate will carry out field assignments that involve use of in-situ testing equipment (pressure meter, hammer energy calibration, dilatometer testing and vane shear testing). In-situ testing will generally be done in combination with drilling and/or CPT activities. The candidate will be responsible for collecting field data and then be responsible for data processing and reporting. The job will involve some travel within California and the surrounding Western states.

Requirements

• Ability to operate in-situ testing equipment, including pressure meter, hammer energy calibration system, dilatometer and vane shear testing equipment
• Direct experience with in-situ testing equipment is not required – we will train the right person
• Candidate should have some experience with general civil engineering testing equipment – experience with lab testing or field testing are both a plus
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience with Civil engineering field testing (examples: nuclear gauge testing, compaction testing, concrete testing)

Nice To Haves

• Experience with installation of vibrating wire piezometers, extensometers and inclinometers is a plus
• Experience with geophysical testing/logging is a plus
• Candidate may also be trained on cone penetration testing operations.
• Environmental drilling experience a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform in-situ testing equipment (pressuremeter, hammer energy calibration, dilatometer and vane shear testing) setup, calibration, maintenance, and minor repairs.
• Conduct pre-trip inspections and establish control zones.
• Collect and monitor field data with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Follow all company and site-specific safety policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level