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Geocomp, Inc. is a uniquely integrated company providing services and products to help clients identify and manage risk associated with infrastructure design, construction, and operation. With over 40 years of experience, Geocomp is well-positioned to help clients on a wide range of projects, providing geostructural consulting, monitoring, and laboratory testing services worldwide. Geocomp also manufactures, sells, and offers expert technical support for our fully automated laboratory testing systems to commercial, research, and academic labs, globally.

Job Details:

Geocomp is currently seeking an Instrumentation & Monitoring Technician to join our team. The successful candidate may be based in Acton, MA, Atlanta, GA, or Chattanooga, TN.

This role offers a unique opportunity to work on complex monitoring systems that help protect critical infrastructure during construction and long-term operation.

As part of Geocomp's Instrumentation & Monitoring group, you will support the design, installation, and operation of geotechnical and structural monitoring systems on heavy civil infrastructure projects. his hybrid role combines field and office work, supporting both instrumentation systems and geo-structural engineering services.

We welcome applications from both entry-level and experienced professionals who are technology-minded, curious, and eager to learn. This role offers strong opportunities for professional growth within an internationally recognized instrumentation and monitoring group.

About the Team

At Geocomp, you will work alongside some of the best in the field and gain hands-on experience across diverse infrastructure projects. Whether you are just starting out or bring years of experience, this is a great opportunity to grow within an internationally recognized monitoring and instrumentation group.

Key Responsibilities

The successful candidate will support both instrumentation systems and geo-structural engineering services, with responsibilities including:

• Assembling instrumentation and dataloggers
• Programming dataloggers
• Field inspection of construction activities
• Field supervision of drill rigs including boring logs for geotechnical evaluation
• Installing instrumentation in the field
• Downloading and reducing field data
• Occasional climbing up to ladders and lifting up to 50 lbs to install or decommission instrumentation
• Operation of power tools and hand tools (hammer drill, Sawzall, wrenches, etc)
• Producing reports
• Configuration and presentation of data via Geocomp's iSiteCentral web data management platform
• Data analysis and troubleshooting
• Coordinating and communicating with clients, subcontractors, and others
• 2-3 days of field work per week may be typically required in the summer months dependent on project demands.
• Other support activities, as needed

Qualifications:

Required

• BS Degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline
• Relevant educational or work experience in sensors, mechanical, geotechnical and/or structural engineering
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, SharePoint, PowerPoint) and Adobe Acrobat
• Must be able to work with teams and individuals of varying work styles
• Up to 25% average travel (domestic) may be required over the course of a year.
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record is required

Preferred Experience

• Field construction experience
• EIT Certification
• GIS and CAD software experience
• Instrumentation installation and monitoring experience

Physical Demands

• Ability to climb ladders and lift/carry up to 50 lbs
• Comfort working at heights (10+ feet) and in confined spaces
• Ability to work in field environments with exposure to construction equipment, noise, dust, temperature variations, and other site conditions

Benefits Package:

Base salary:USD 25,00 - 29,00 per hour
(Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, and internal equity. The rate listed reflects base pay only and does not include bonuses, benefits, or other forms of compensation.)

• 401(k) with company match

• Comprehensive health insurance

• Health savings account (HSA)

• Paid time off (PTO)

• Professional development assistance

• Employee referral program

Our Hiring Process

At Geocomp, we are committed to delivering a respectful, inclusive, and transparent recruitment experience.

Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we may not be able to provide individual feedback to every applicant. Only candidates whose qualifications closely match the role criteria will be contacted for an interview. We do, however, aim to share personalized feedback with those who progress to the first round of interviews and beyond.

We are also dedicated to ensuring that our hiring process accessible to all. If you require any reasonable adjustments to fully participate in the application or interview stages, please don't hesitate to contact your recruiter directly.

We see things differently. Diversity fuels our innovation, we value the unique ways in which we differ, and we are committed to equal employment opportunities for all professionals.