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Actalent Engineering Field Technician in OMAHA, Nebraska
Job Title: Engineering Field TechnicianJob Description
Geotechnical engineers will take samples from the field crews and evaluate soil, rock, and underground water to determine the feasibility and design specifications for construction projects. This role involves sitting onsite at Offutt Air Force Base to perform geotechnical analysis and study to assess construction site conditions. The engineer will act as a liaison between field crews, project managers, and engineers, planning and conducting geotechnical explorations effectively.
Responsibilities
Perform field and environmental investigations for construction projects.
Inspect and check quality, participating in soil sampling 20% of the time.
Analyze geotechnical findings, perform calculations, and prepare data reports for the Project Manager.
Provide direction to the technical team in field inspection activities.
Interact with customers and team members to complete projects on time.
Review construction design proposals and approve geotechnical aspects.
Essential Skills
Minimum of an Associate's degree in construction management or civil engineering.
1-5 years of commercial construction experience.
Pass MVR (Motor Vehicle Record) check.
Experience in construction inspection, observation, and instrumentation.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Preferred experience as an inspector, observer, surveyor, or in Construction Materials Testing (CMT).
Experience in client service management.
Leadership experience, including defining and setting the direction for a team, project, and office.
Experience in strategy development, change management, and corporate stewardship.
Sound decision-making skills, including identifying, assessing, evaluating, and solving complex problems.
Understanding of geotechnical practices including exploration, analysis, and design, and all phases of project document production.
Organizational skills and the ability to manage a team and move into a project engineering role.
Work Environment
The role involves 20% in-office planning and documentation and 70% onsite at Offutt Air Force Base, which is a loud and dirty commercial construction site. You will be reporting to the Project Manager in Geotechnical Engineering and act as a liaison between field crews, project managers, and engineers. The company offers a competitive benefits package, including reimbursement for 80% of engineering courses and 100% healthcare coverage. Additionally, there are opportunities for growth into project engineering and taking on your own projects with direct reports. A company vehicle is provided for transport between the office and job site. The company promotes from within, offers great training, and rewards hard work with raises and professional development opportunities, such as paying for certifications and licenses.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $25.00
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: - Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in OMAHA,NE.
Application Deadline
This position will be accepting applications until Jan 7, 2025.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
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Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
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