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Triad Engineering

Engineering Technician I

Sterling, VA · On-site

$40.30K - $45.50K/yr

May occasionally perform lab testing in our offices If you are looking to join a dynamic team ... Certifications in Concrete and Soil preferred * Must possess a valid driver's license, a clean ...

Triad Engineering

Engineering Technician I

Winchester, VA · On-site

$17 - $22/hr

May occasionally perform lab testing in our offices If you are looking to join a dynamic team ... Certifications in Concrete and Soil preferred * High school diploma or equivalent * Construction ...

Triad Engineering

Engineering Technician I

Sterling, VA · On-site

$40.30K - $45.50K/yr

May occasionally perform lab testing in our offices If you are looking to join a dynamic team ... Certifications in Concrete and Soil preferred * Must possess a valid driver's license, a clean ...

Triad Engineering

Engineering Technician I

Winchester, VA · On-site

$17 - $22/hr

May occasionally perform lab testing in our offices If you are looking to join a dynamic team ... Certifications in Concrete and Soil preferred * High school diploma or equivalent * Construction ...

SanAir

Chemistry Prep Technician

Richmond, VA

... marijuana testing laboratory in Virginia and Syracuse-based Centek, which provides laboratory analysis for Indoor Air Quality (IAQ), Soil Vapor Intrusion, Industrial Hygiene (IH) - PV2120 and ...

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What is the highest paid lab technician?

In soil testing labs, senior or specialized lab technicians with advanced certifications and extensive experience tend to earn the highest salaries, often exceeding the average for entry-level positions. Factors such as location, certifications, and technical skills in using laboratory equipment can influence pay rates.

What is the difference between Temporary Soil Testing Lab vs Soil Technician?

AspectTemporary Soil Testing LabSoil Technician
CredentialsTypically requires certifications in soil analysis or lab proceduresOften requires a degree or certification in environmental science or geology
Work EnvironmentLaboratory setting, often temporary or project-basedFieldwork and laboratory tasks, often on construction sites or testing facilities
Industry UsageUsed by construction, environmental, and geotechnical firms for soil testing projectsEmployed by similar industries to perform soil sampling and testing

The Temporary Soil Testing Lab focuses on providing short-term, lab-based soil analysis services, often for specific projects. In contrast, a Soil Technician typically conducts field sampling and testing, sometimes working in labs as well. Both roles require relevant certifications and serve the soil testing industry, but their work environments and daily tasks differ.

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Staff Geotechnical Engineer 2

Staff Geotechnical Engineer 2

Haley & Aldrich

Vienna, VA

Other

Posted 29 days ago

Job description

We are looking to add new talent to our growing team! We are currently seeking a Staff Geotechnical Engineer 2 to work in a technical support role with highly skilled professionals on diverse project teams in a dynamic environment. This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing group and company and get involved in a variety of projects for a diverse range of clients. This is a full-time position located in our Vienna, VA office.
DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES
In this position, youwill:

  • Working heavily in the field with construction monitoring, drilling, water/soil sampling
  • Work collaboratively with multi-disciplinary project teams and support team members to address client goals and objectives.
  • Understand client needs and develop strong client relationships.
  • Be capable of managing financial and technical aspects of project tasks.
  • Be motivated to communicate changes, problems, and client requests promptly.
  • Demonstrate very strong verbal communication and written skills including internal correspondence, client deliverables and regulatory submittals.
  • Assist in identifying and communicating technical issues and approaches for evaluation, contribute to development of technical approaches to problem-solving and scopes of work, and execute project tasks to meet technical, quality, budgetary and scheduling requirements.
  • Have experience with preparation and implementation of safety programs. Adhere to Site Specific Health and Safety Plans. As applicable, participate in site safety briefings and audits by both contractors and Haley & Aldrich.
  • Monitor subsurface exploration and testing activities (e.g., test borings geoprobes, CPTs) to collect soil, bedrock, and groundwater samples, perform soil classification, and collect other pertinent information for project design in accordance with applicable ASTM standards, company standard procedures, and other industry standard guidelines.
  • Provide construction monitoring/on-site engineering observation for both geotechnical and environmental projects.
  • Compile, reduce, analyze, manage, and report field, instrumentation, geological, and/or environmental data using spreadsheets and other tools.
  • Conduct and analyze routine data collection, synthesis, management and analysis using approved procedures appropriate for their discipline.
  • Ability to interpret and communicate technical aspects of the project to onsite personnel.
  • Demonstrate strong aptitude and eagerness for coaching and mentoring.

SKILLS/EXPERIENCE
Minimum Skills andRequirements:

  • B.S. degree in Civil Engineering, or other related discipline required.
  • M.S. degree in Geotechnical Engineering required.
  • 0-2 years of relevant geotechnical experience that includes on-site construction monitoring and experience with excavation, construction dewatering, temporary excavation support systems, and/or slope stability evaluations. Experience with coal combustion residuals (coal ash) a plus.
  • EIT Certification, a plus.
  • Knowledge of geotechnical instrumentation programs and related ground movement studies, and experience with monitoring ground movements caused by construction activities, reviewing monitoring data, and communicating results with contractors and owners.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Positive attitude, strong work ethic, flexibility, and willingness to see projects through to completion are a must.
  • Certification in their core discipline, such as EIT or PE, a plus. 
  • Strong computer literacy skills including proficiency in MS Office software and data management.
  • Must possess a valid driver's license, have a reliable form of transportation to travel to job sites and the office, and be willing and able to travel to temporary assignments.
  • OSHA 40-hr. HAZWOPER and OSHA 10-hr. Construction Site Safety training preferred (or provided as needed).

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