Field Technician (Senior-Level)

Description

Shannon & Wilson is an employee-owned consulting firm headquartered in Seattle, Washington. Committed to technical excellence and high-quality service, we provide integrated geotechnical engineering, engineering geology, environmental and natural resource services for clients worldwide. Since 1954, we have delivered comprehensive engineering and environmental solutions for the most challenging infrastructure planning, design, permitting and construction conditions.

The Concord and Sacramento offices are looking for an experienced soils technician to help us with a wide variety of grading and foundation projects. We have numerous large grading and foundation projects breaking this summer to complement our other construction projects.

Job Summary

The Northern California's Field Technician supports geotechnical engineering projects by performing field observations, site testing, soil sampling, and documentation for construction projects. This role works outdoors in varying conditions, frequently interacts with contractors and engineers, and plays a key role during construction of major infrastructure projects.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct field tests such as soil density (nuclear gauge), moisture content, and compaction, molds in accordance with ASTM standards.
• Collect and properly label soil and rock samples for laboratory testing.
• Operate and maintain field equipment, tools, and instrumentation.
• Observe construction activities for compliance with geotechnical recommendations and project specifications.
• Document and communicate site conditions, activities, and findings through detailed field notes, sketches, and photographic logs.
• May supervise and review the work of entry-level field technicians.
• Provide on-site updates to contractors, engineers, clients, vendors, and staff at all levels.
• Follow Shannon & Wilsons Quality Assurance policy.
• Follow and promote Shannon and Wilsons safety protocols, field procedures, and Health and Safety and Loss Prevention policies.
• Perform other duties as assigned by your supervisor.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent, some college preferred.
• Minimum 10 years of experience as a field and/or lab technician.
• Proficient in mathematics, including Algebra.
• Field and construction observation experience is preferred.
• Current Nuclear Gage Safety and Transport Training*
• Strong verbal and written communication with the ability to produce accurate field notes and sketches to document work.
• The ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• The willingness and ability to travel to support the needs of other Shannon & Wilson offices.
• Basic computer skills: MS Word, Excel (required); MS Access (desirable).
• Valid California's driver's license and insurable driving record.
• Frequent sitting, standing, walking, bending, lifting and carrying 30+ pounds
• The ability to travel (drive or fly) to field sites per project needs and job sites locally and out of state.

*Arrangements and payment for training will be made for the successful applicant after their hire date.

Level Placement

Typically, depending on an applicant's education, experience, other qualifications they possess, if they are a fit for the company and local office culture, and the current business needs, a Senior-Level Field/Lab Technician typically would be placed at a Shannon & Wilson Senior Technical Services level.

Compensation:

The salary range for this job is $35.00 - $50.00 an hour depending on an applicant's education, experience, other qualifications they possess, if they are a fit for the company and local office culture, and the current business needs.

Shannon & Wilson offers a competitive benefits package to support our employees. These benefits include:

• Employee ownership
• Comprehensive medical, prescription, vision, and dental coverage.
• Pre-tax health and daycare FSA
• Life and disability insurance
• Long-term care insurance
• Profit sharing and 401(k) plans
• Paid time off for vacation and sick leave
• 10 paid holidays
• Paid volunteer day
• Free parking

Shannon & Wilson is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Shannon & Wilson participates in the E-Verify program.

Please note that non-solicited resumes from external recruitment agencies will not be considered as introductions to our business, unless a preapproved agreement is in place and the external recruitment agency has been engaged to work on this specific vacancy.