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What is the difference between Entrylevel Geotechnical Engineer vs Civil Engineering Technician?

AspectEntrylevel Geotechnical EngineerCivil Engineering Technician
Required CredentialsBachelor's degree in geotechnical or civil engineering; EIT certification often preferredAssociate degree or diploma in civil engineering technology
Work EnvironmentField investigations, lab testing, design analysisAssisting engineers with drafting, surveying, and data collection
Industry UsageDesigning foundations, analyzing soil stability, geotechnical reportsSupporting project documentation, site inspections, and data management

While both roles support civil engineering projects, entry-level geotechnical engineers focus on soil analysis and design, requiring a bachelor's degree, whereas civil engineering technicians assist with technical tasks under engineer supervision, often with an associate degree.

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Driller Assistant/Exploration Team Member I

Driller Assistant/Exploration Team Member I

TERRACON

Cedar Rapids, IA • On-site

$22.50 - $30.50/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 26 days ago

Terracon rating

7.5

Company rating: 7.5 out of 10

Based on 117 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

37th of 58 rated business consultants

Job description

Why come to Terracon:

  • Long term career development
  • Grow into a team leader and be responsible for your crew and equipment
  • Paid training opportunities
  • Employee ownership
  • "Safety first" focus
  • Be able to work across the region and country with per diem while traveling


 

Terracon is a 100 percent employee-owned multidiscipline consulting firm comprised of more than 8,000 curious minds focused on solving engineering and technical challenges from more than 200 locations nationwide. Since 1965, Terracon has evolved into a successful multi-discipline firm specializing in environmental, facilities, geotechnical, and materials services. Terracon's growth is due to our talented employee-owners exceeding expectations in client service and growing their careers with new and exciting opportunities in the marketplace. Terracon was recognized as the #1 firm in Asbestos and Lead Abatement.

Terracon's vision of "Together, we are best at people" is demonstrated through our excellent compensation and benefits package. Based on eligibility, role and job status, we offer many programs including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan, paid time off and holidays, education reimbursement, and various bonus programs.
Innovation and hands-on practice come together in our geotechnical consulting services. We provide geotechnical services nationwide for a wide range of projects, drawing on six decades of historical geotechnical data, a fleet of more than 200 drill rigs, 140 accredited laboratories, and thousands of employees to quickly organize or capture site data wherever projects are located.From AI-supported solutions and predictive technologies to geophysics and traditional exploration, we deliver precision, value-added subsurface information and engineering and scientific expertise to solving our clients' challenges and achieve their goals for project sustainability, quality, and efficiency.

Requirements:


High school diploma or equivalent.
Limited or no experience required.
Willingness to travel.
Valid driver's license with acceptable violation history.
Ability to obtain Medical Card within first 30 days of employment
Ability to work in adverse weather conditions 

Essential Role and Responsibilities:

  • Unlike lawn, landscaping, snow plowing or construction jobs, our work is not seasonal. We provide year-round work opportunity.
  • This is an entry level position designed to train the individual in the various aspects of becoming a drilling/exploration team member including equipment maintenance (i.e. augers, bits, etc.), equipment operation, and a general knowledge of reading civil plans.
  • Follow safety rules, guidelines and standards for all projects. Participate in pre-task planning. Report any safety issues or concerns to management.
  • Be responsible for maintaining quality standards on all projects.
  • Trained in duties pertaining to test borings, intermediate to advanced in-ground soil and rock testing methods, and/or installation of groundwater monitoring wells.
  • Acts as an assistant to the lead operator to help perform routine exploration tasks.
  • Drives medium duty trucks to various job sites.

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