The Geotechnical Field Technician is an entry-level to early-career field role based in Kingston, Ontario, Canada, supporting geotechnical investigations on transportation and infrastructure projects. This position operates within field teams responsible for collecting subsurface data and documenting site conditions to inform engineering design and construction decisions.
The role involves field investigation activities including coring operations, borehole observation, and construction site monitoring. Work is performed in active infrastructure environments such as roadways, requiring adherence to health and safety standards and coordination with multidisciplinary project teams. Responsibilities include supporting geotechnical data collection, field reporting, and collaboration with laboratory and engineering teams.
The ideal candidate is currently pursuing a Civil Engineering or Civil Engineering Technology program, with foundational knowledge of soil mechanics and interest in geotechnical engineering, field operations, and construction inspection.