Geotechnical / Geologist - Eit/ Tucson - Western Technologies, Inc.

Western Technologies, Inc.

Verified Company

Tucson, United States

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

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Duties include, but not limited to, the following:

Perform sampling and testing of concrete, masonry, grout, asphalt, and soil
Observe and monitor construction site activities
Perform special inspection of soil placement and compaction, foundation construction, and fullscale foundation load testing
Perform special inspection of structural building components including reinforced concrete, pre‐stressed/posttensioned concrete, reinforced masonry, and postinstalled anchors
Problem solve with job site contractors
Assist in preparing cost proposals
Assist in marketing and follow up with Clients
Review engineering drawings and reports
Train technicians and inspectors on test methods and proper techniques
Work with drill rigs and backhoes to sample and classify soils
Perform and oversee laboratory tests
Assist in analysis of soil to determine engineering characteristics
Review aerial photography
Assist in writing geotechnical reports
Assist in making recommendations regarding foundation design, soil bearing pressures, slope stability, and lateral earth pressures
Assist in environmental site assessments

Skills and Requirements - minimum qualifications for the position include:

Civil Engineer (E.I.T. preferred but not required)
Have or be able to obtain, certifications including MSHA, ACI Field, ACI Strength, ATTI Field, ATTI Soils & Aggregate, ATTI Asphalt, ICC Structural Special Inspector, OSHA Hazwoper
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word and Excel)
Excellent technical writing and verbal communication skills
Willingness to learn and accept new challenges

EOE
**NO RECRUITING AGENCIES, PLEASE