Geotechnical Field Technician

Overview

Civil & Environmental Consultants, Inc. (CEC) is seeking a Geotechnical Field Technician to join our growing team in Bridgeport, West Virginia. This role offers the opportunity to work on a variety of geotechnical and construction materials testing projects throughout the region while gaining hands-on experience supporting commercial, institutional, energy, and industrial developments.

As part of our geotechnical team, you'll collaborate with experienced engineers, geologists, and field professionals while supporting projects from initial site investigations through construction and project completion.

Responsibilities:

• Support geotechnical subsurface investigations for commercial, institutional, energy, and industrial projects
• Coordinate and monitor drilling activities and assist with the collection of soil and rock samples
• Prepare field logs, documentation, and project records related to geotechnical investigations
• Assist with laboratory testing programs and interpretation of test results
• Support geotechnical evaluations related to building foundations, retaining walls, slopes, pavements, and landslide remediation projects
• Perform construction materials testing and inspection services for concrete, foundations, masonry, earthwork, and pavement construction
• Communicate field observations and project information to engineers, project managers, contractors, and clients
• Utilize field equipment and technology to collect, document, and manage project data
• Support overall project quality, safety, and compliance efforts

Why CEC?

• We’re 100% Employee-Owned, and all full-time employees can become owners within their first year
• Clear career path with opportunities to grow into senior project management, market leadership, technical leadership, or practice leadership roles
• Profitable, employee-centered culture: 55% of company profits are returned to our employees through our annual bonus pool
• Comprehensive benefits start on Day 1, including health, vision, dental, life, disability, pet insurance, FSA/HSA, and more
• 401(k) with company match plus up to 2% profit-sharing contribution, fully vested starting the first of the month after you join
• Collaborative, flexible workplace, with hybrid options that support work–life balance and professional autonomy
• Culture that values innovation, mentorship, community involvement, and cross-disciplinary collaboration

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Geology, Engineering Technology, or a related field
• 0-3 years of geotechnical, construction materials testing, or related field experience preferred
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Highly motivated with a desire to learn, develop new technical skills, and grow professionally
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) or Geologist-in-Training (GIT) certification preferred
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather and site conditions
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team
• Valid driver's license required
• Interest in pursuing professional licensure or continued career growth within the geotechnical field
• Applicants must be legally authorized to work for Civil & Environmental Consultants, Inc. (CEC) in the U.S. without sponsorship

About Us

We have experts! CEC is consistently ranked as a Top 500 Design Firm and Top 200 Environmental Firm by Engineering News-Record. We are looking for people who enjoy using their education and experience to solve difficult technical problems and work on interesting projects. You can accomplish this while working with a team of professionals who are equally motivated to provide high levels of service to our clients and to teach you along the way.

We have support! We have a variety of Employee Resource Groups, including CEC Community – focused on giving back to the communities in which we work; CEC Ignite – focused on helping professionals early in their careers to develop their pathway; CEC iDEA – focused on inclusion, diversity, equality, and acceptance; and CEC Women – focused on creating internal and external opportunities for women to network and leverage professional experience!

We care about our people! People and Culture are two of the five elements of our strategic plan. When you care about your people, they will want to grow a career with you – that is our goal. CEC offers you a small-firm work environment with large-firm opportunities. Not only will we help you develop professionally, but we will also provide an opportunity to become an owner of the firm and share in its success.

CEC offers a matching 401(k); profit sharing; a performance bonus; company stock; medical dental, and vision insurance; short and long-term disability; tuition assistance; professional development; and work-life balance.

CEC is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in recruiting, hiring or promotion based on race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, transgender status), national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other basis or characteristic prohibited by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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