We are Leighton, a Verdantas company!

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 I to join our Southern California team for our Rancho Cucamonga office. This is a non-exempt position.

Responsibilities:

• Effectively communicate with contractors, clients project managers, and supervisor

• Remain current on a daily basis, all assigned projects via project managers, supervisors, or other technicians

• Prepare all field paperwork, maps, daily reports, and test sheets and submit them daily/weekly

• Communicate on a daily basis to the direct supervisor and project manager of each project, project progress, and any special situations or problems

• Review and be knowledgeable of the contents of the Soil Technician's Procedure Manual

• Attend all tailgate safety meetings for each project assigned

• Attend all Loss Prevention and other required meetings

• Follow company policies and procedures and all safety procedures

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED)

• Educational emphasis in Geology or Civil Engineering is a plus

• 0-2 years experience in construction or field-related industries

• Must be able to carry up to 50 lbs. regularly and up to 80 lbs. occasionally with or without accommodation, sometimes over substantial distances

• Previous work emphasis in geotechnical engineering a plus

• Ability to analyze, and perform simple mathematical computations

• Ability to interpret general plans, specifications, and project-specific geotechnical reports, professional journals, and technical procedures

• Must be able to pass OSHA Training and Nuclear Guage Certification training provided by the company

• Must have your own vehicle to be able to transport nuclear gauge/field equipment and go off-road on undeveloped property

Benefits:

• Flexible Work Environment

• Paid Parental Leave

• Medical

• Dental

• Vision

• Life and AD&D Insurance

• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability

• 401(k) with Company Match

• Paid Time Off + Holidays

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.

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