Technician

Geotechnical Technician

We're looking for a Geotechnical Technician in the Columbia area who's hands-on, quality-driven, and thrives in the field. Whether you're already certified or eager to learn, we'll help you level up your career in a role that makes a tangible impact on roads, bridges, and other structures across South Carolina and Georgia.

What You'll Be Doing

• Site reconnaissance and call in utility tickets with SC 811 and follow the company utility damage prevention policies.
• Prepare permit applications as required.
• Assist on Standard Penetration Tests (SPT), perform hand auger borings, rock coring, pavement coring, obtain groundwater measurements, log field testing results, retrieve soil, rock and pavement samples and bring them to our laboratory.
• Perform geotechnical laboratory tests on soil, rock and water samples.
• Maintain detailed, accurate field reports, test data, and photo documentation.
• Communicate daily with project managers and engineers regarding test results, progress, and any unforeseen conditions related to the field work.
• Follow all company and site-specific safety policies and maintain equipment in good working order.
• Use appropriate protective tools and PPE to ensure safety requirements are met.
• Prepare report appendices on a computer using Microsoft Office, Google Earth and other relevant software, etc.
• Read and understand construction plans, cross-sections, and utility plans.
• Under the guidance of a Geotechnical Project Engineer, conduct geotechnical evaluations as required and ensure compliance with applicable design codes & manuals.
• Under the guidance of a Geotechnical Project Engineer, prepare SCDOT and non-SCDOT geotechnical reports.
• Interact positively and professionally with other employees, contractors, clients, industry professionals, and residents/business owners.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma.
• A valid driver's license and ability to maintain a clean motor vehicle report (MVR) -must be insurable by our auto policy (MVR check will be performed).
• Strong verbal and written communication abilities.
• Ability to travel and remain out of town to complete the field work.
• Ability to carry around 50-75 pounds over small distances.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 2+ years within same or similar fields, such as CMT technician/inspector experience
• Some college or college degree

Benefits/Why Join MC Squared

• Choice of Two Medical Plans – 100% Employee Coverage
• HSA medical option – with Company contribution
• Affordable Dental & Vision Plans – Keep that winning smile sharp
• 401(k) with 3% Company Contribution – Future you says thanks
• Short & Long-Term Disability (Company Paid) – Because life happens
• Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Plan- Pairs nicely with an HSA
• $100,000 Life Insurance (Company Paid) – Your family's safety net
• Professional Development & Certifications – Always be leveling up
• Paid Time Off + Paid Holidays – Rest hard, play hard

About Us

MC Squared is a professional consulting engineering firm specializing in the fields of Geotechnical Engineering, Geo-Environmental, Construction Materials Testing and Inspection, and Pavement Design and Management with offices in Florida, Georgia, and South Carolina. Our clients include DOTs, municipalities, state agencies, and large multi-national engineering firms. We are retained to provide innovative solutions to complex subsurface issues to support the design of heavy civil infrastructure projects in Transportation, Water/Wastewater, Tunneling, Dams, and Aviation sectors, as well as provide cost-effective solutions for structures, commercial developments, and educational institutions. MC Squared has now joined forces with Meskel and Associates Engineering, both part of ACES, an engineering firm founded in 1983 and offering a wide range of specialized engineering services.