Geotechnical Engineering Technician - CHA Consulting, Inc.

Finding a better way.

At CHA, we believe in the power of clean water, resilient energy, safer roads, and structures that harmoniously blend with their surroundings. We create solutions. We help People. We improve our world. At CHA, we embed ourselves in our communities - and take pride in improving things where we live. At the foundation is a commitment to inclusion and diversity and choosing to treat everyone with dignity and respect. We also take accountability for making decisions that promote sustainability in our business and our designs. We are on a mission to reduce our environmental footprint and bring greener solutions to our clients. We are responsibly creating a more sustainable future in ways that we can all see and touch. Together. Every day.

CHA Consulting, Inc. is currently seeking a Geotechnical Engineering Technician to join our Power & Manufacturing – Environmental Team at our office in Colonie, NY.

Better solutions start with a strong foundation. With decades of experience in exploring a wide range of soil, bedrock, and groundwater conditions, CHA’s geotechnical team makes sure conditions are right for success. We evaluate the impacts of ground conditions for infrastructure projects and create sustainable geotechnical engineering solutions that consider final project cost, schedule and performance.

The Geotechnical Engineering Technician assists with oversight of subsurface explorations, thermal conductivity testing, landfill operational support, and preparation and creation of various types of reports.  The professional in this role collaborates with Project Managers and Engineers on multiple projects in a timely and cost-effective manner to meet client, contractual and company requirements. 

The Geotechnical Engineering Technician will observe and log borings and other types of explorations, install and monitor geotechnical instrumentation, perform thermal conductivity testing on geothermal projects, and assist with research, preparation, and creation of various types of reports including tables and figures. They will also perform data reduction, analysis, and assistance with reporting, assist with operational tasks at active and closed landfill sites and positively interface with clients and regulatory agencies.

At CHA, you can build a career and find your passion across our diverse business lines and project teams. Being part of CHA means being part of a team of talented professionals, where you’ll find support for your career growth and the opportunity to impact our industry and our communities. Find your “why” at CHA!

• High School diploma or equivalent required; Associate’s degree in a science related field preferred
• Minimum of 1 year of relevant experience required
• Knowledge of basic mathematics, some knowledge of formulas
• Experience with Microsoft Office software, including Excel
• Strong ability to work in a team environment
• Must have the ability to work in the field in different weather conditions
• Must be able to physically navigate in the field
• Valid US driver's license is required.

$44,000 - $55,000

Salary is based on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, training, and fair market evaluation based on industry standards. 

At CHA, we work every day to create solutions, help people, and improve our world, committed to creating and fostering excellence in our diverse and highly talented teams. Our teams continually strive to find better ways – always searching, never settling – to achieve extraordinary results. Our values around hiring, training, and community engagement reflect a company culture that is inclusive and forward leaning, always pushing the limits of what is possible.

We as an organization celebrate the values of inclusion and equality, and advocate for the full participation of all people in an environment free of discrimination. To support these values, we invite all qualified applicants to be considered for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.