Engineering Technician

Engineering Field/Laboratory Technician

ALLWEST is a 100% employee-owned geotechnical engineering, environmental consulting, construction materials testing, and special inspections firm serving the Inland Northwest and beyond. We have offices located in Hayden, Lewiston and Meridian, Idaho; Missoula, Montana; and Spokane and Tri-Cities, Washington.

We are seeking an experienced Engineering Field/Laboratory Technician to support an on-site construction materials testing laboratory for a large heavy-civil construction project in remote Central Idaho.

This is a remote project and anticipated to be a rotational position working approximately 2-3 weeks on and one week off during the construction season (late April through early November, weather permitting), with camp housing and meals provided. This project is expected to span for approximately three years.

General Responsibilities

The Engineering Field/Laboratory Technician is responsible for:

• Perform gradations, Atterbergs, moisture and proctors
• Maintain laboratory QA/QC
• Maintaining sample tracking and proper field logs, inspection reports and digital documentation
• Coordinating with project leads to support regulatory compliance during construction
• Work independently in remote terrain during active construction operations

Requirements

• Construction materials testing laboratory and/or field experience
• ACI, ICC and/or WAQTC certifications
• Demonstrated ability to work independently with minimal supervision in remote field environments
• Strong documentation skills

Other Preferred Certifications:

• Mine or large civil construction project experience
• Previous experience in remote or construction lab environments
• Cross trained for laboratory and field testing and environmental sampling experience
• MSHA New Miner Training (part 46)

Additional Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Positive, team-oriented attitude with a customer service mindset.
• Effective verbal and written communications abilities.
• Strong attention to detail and time management skills.
• Self-motivated and dependable, with strong judgment and accountability when working alone
• Valid driver's license and an acceptable driving record.
• Comfortable using computers and mobile devices such as a tablet to record field data.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. and maneuver up to 75 lbs. with assistance.

ALLWEST Benefits We are proud to be a 100% employee-owned company, which means that strong company performance is rewarded to all members of our team. Eligible full-time employees have access to the following benefits:

• Company paid medical, dental and vision
• Short and long-term disability, life, accident, FSA, and HSA options
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• 401(k) plan with up to 4% company match
• ALLWEST Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and an E-Verify employer.

Salary Description $30-$38/hour (includes remote mine premium)