Field Engineer/Field Geologist

ABOUT THE COMPANY

ConeTec is an international full-service geo-environmental and geotechnical site characterization contractor. We offer clients superior project management and site investigation services across the globe, with a large presence in the Americas, Europe, Africa and Oceania. ConeTec is known in the industry as a great place to work. We commit to all employees that we will provide a respectful, positive, and enriching work environment. We want you to look forward to going to work every day. We reward and recognize staff for exceptional contributions to the company. Our success is a direct result of the people who work here.

ConeTec offers a comprehensive benefits package for all regular full-time employees including extended health, dental, long-term disability and life insurance, wellness program, 401K matching, corporate stock incentives, a referral bonus, professional development and more.

SCOPE OF POSITION

 

The Field Engineer or Field Geologist will assume numerous other roles ranging from Field Engineer, Assistant Field Operator, Assistant Geophysicist, as the ever-changing demands of the workplace dictate. A successful candidate must have well-developed interpersonal, organizational and communication skills as well as strong problem-solving abilities. The position will sometimes involve significant amounts of travel. As part of a small growing team of employees, you will be relied on for your flexibility and versatility.

OVERALL GOALS FOR POSITION

• Gain experience and exposure as a contractor in the commercial development, environmental, construction and infrastructure industries
• Expand a diverse skill set through training, certifications and experience to become an asset to a larger team
• Complete complex site investigation programs throughout North America that we operate in.
• Assist in developing new business by providing a wide-ranging skillset.

 

ROLES, RESPONSIBILITIES & EXPECTATIONS

 

Equipment Operation

• Familiarize with and operate High Resolution Site Characterization tools for environmental site investigations, SCPTu equipment, VST, MASW, numerous geophysical instruments and other in-situ testing equipment safely and productively.
• Become trained, company-certified and competent to operate numerous types of geotechnical site testing equipment and other pieces of equipment within our extensive fleet.
• Organize logistics for the mobilization and demobilization of equipment in hard-to-access environments.
• Perform routine maintenance on various pieces of equipment to ensure optimal performance.

 

Data Collection & Reporting

• Perform testing to collect data in a timely, orderly and accurate manner.
• Compile the collected data, sample logs, etc. daily and submit to the Engineer/Supervisor and/or client for further processing.
• Collect field notes and photos to guarantee the translation of data from the field to the office is as highly accurate as possible.
• Prepare and compile final field reports.

 

Health & Safety

• Identify with and respect ConeTec’s safety culture, first and foremost.
• Ensure proper preparation and knowledge of all necessary safe operating procedures before beginning any job.
• Report any safety-related incidents, infractions, or near misses to the Project Manager and the HSE Officer, immediately.
• Know and follow the incident reporting protocol at all times.

Other General Responsibilities

• Communicate with the Supervisor or Project Manager as to any equipment problems or needs, as well as any field observations that might be of use.
• Perform other shop functions as required.

 

SKILLS, QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

 

Education Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Applied Science, Geology, Geophysics or Related Fields is preferred
• Knowledgeable in a wide range of ConeTec's testing types and mechanically inclined.  Mechanics and problem-solving skills preferred
• Driver’s license and clean driving record.  Experience driving pickup trucks or other large vehicles is preferred
• Occasional long days of 12+ hours, frequently 10+ hours

 

Experience Requirements

• Previous field experience would be an asset but not required.
• Be able to work in a variety of remote locations.  Approximately 30% out of town work. 

Technical Skil