Leighton boasts a 62 year legacy providing innovative geotechnical, geologic, environmental, materials testing, and special inspection solutions to local municipalities, public agencies, and private clients across southern California. The Leighton difference lies in our expertise, our passion, and, most importantly, our people. Together with Verdantas, we are committed to supporting our clients with sustainable, high-quality, value-added services. Be a part of building the next great comprehensive environmental, energy, water, and civil infrastructure consulting firm. Partner with your peers and leaders to make a lasting, positive impact on society through some unique projects affecting our clients and our communities.
We are seeking an experienced and talented Soil Technician II to join our Southern California team for our Irvine office. This is a non-exempt position.
Responsibilities:
Nuclear density testing
Effectively communicate with contractors, clients, project managers, and supervisor
Confirmation of adherence to current regulatory agencies’ grading ordinances and building codes
Be attentive to detail and concentrate efforts on learning technical skills
Remain up-to-date on current projects via supervisor, project managers and other technicians
Prepare and review field paperwork, maps, and test sheets and submit them daily
Communicate on a daily basis with direct supervisor and project manager of each project, all progress and any special situations or problems
Attend tailgate safety meetings, loss prevention meetings, and other required meetings
Follow company policies and procedures and safety procedures
Qualifications:
High School Diploma, GED
4-year college degree in Earth Science or Engineering is a plus
3+ years of soil testing experience or equivalent
Must be able to carry up to 50 lbs. regularly and up to 80 lbs. occasionally with or without accommodation, sometimes over substantial distances
Ability to read, analyze and interpret design plans and project instructions
Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel
Ability to write effective daily reports
Experience with Moisture Density Gauge operation
Must have your own vehicle to be able to transport Nuclear gauge/field equipment and go off-road on undeveloped sites
Must be able to pass a background check and drug screening
Preferred Certifications:
American Concrete Institute (ACI) Concrete Field Testing Technician – Grade 1 Certification
Verdantas strives to develop new ways to increase diversity awareness within our organization. We recruit and reward our employees based on capability and performance — regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, lifestyle, age, educational background, national origin, religion, or physical ability. For us, it is imperative to build balanced teams from all walks of life and we believe that a diverse workforce is a stronger workforce.Verdantas is an EOE race/color/religion/sex/sexual orientation/gender identity/national origin/disability/vet
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