Construction Engineering Technician

Position Overview

Join Our Dynamic Geotechnical Engineering Team! At D.W. Kozera, a leading geotechnical engineering firm dedicated to innovation, you will work as a Construction Engineering Technician and dive into the fascinating world of geotechnical testing and observation. You’ll perform compaction and concrete testing, assist with project management, and gain hands-on experience while enjoying the benefits of working outdoors and collaborating with a dynamic team. D.W. Kozera, Inc. is a federal contractor committed to equal opportunity employment.

Compensation: $18 - $25 hourly

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with managing geotechnical projects, design calculations, and recommendations
• Supervise drilling operations and log soil borings
• Classify soils and assign lab testing
• Perform testing of soils, foundations, reinforced, and post-tensioned concrete
• Perform concrete testing
• Conduct deep foundation quality assurance tasks
• Perform boring layout with conventional GPS equipment
• Carry out floor flatness testing
• Prepare accurate, typed daily field reports, including photographs and sketches
• Use hand augers to obtain subsurface information and soil samples
• Observe and document field activities related to construction processes, including foundation installation techniques, ground improvement, and deep foundations
• Read maps and interpret engineering and construction plans
• Communicate daily with project team members, including contractors, technicians, and project managers

Required Qualifications

• Enthusiastic about working outdoors and tackling new challenges
• Keen on learning and growing in the geotechnical engineering field
• Excellent communicator and team player experienced in collaborating with diverse groups
• Detail-oriented and committed to high-quality work
• Willingness to work “in the dirt!”
• Possess a valid United States driver’s license and reliable, insured transportation (suitable for construction job sites; mileage reimbursed)
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office programs, including Excel and Word
• Excellent writing and communication skills
• Physically capable of meeting the demands of construction sites, including walking, climbing, and lifting up to 50 lbs

Preferred Qualifications

• Coursework in civil engineering, environmental, agriculture, forestry, geology, or a related field; ACI Level 1 Certification; APNGA Training

Benefits & Perks

• Comprehensive Training – Extensive training in geotechnical testing, blueprint reading, and team collaboration
• Outdoor Work – Enjoy an ever-changing work environment outdoors
• Team Collaboration – Be part of a supportive team committed to innovation and growth
• Benefits: Full coverage of employee healthcare
• Inclusive Culture – Experience a diverse workplace where every individual is valued and respected