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Experienced Geotechnical Construction Laborer

Job in Chicago, Cook County, Illinois, 60290, USA
Listing for: GeoStabilization International®
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-01-12
Job specializations:
  • Construction
    Construction Labor / Trades, Heavy Equipment Operator
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 26 - 29 USD Hourly USD 26.00 29.00 HOUR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Experienced Geotechnical Construction Laborer

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Overview

This is the one you’ve been looking for. A path to growth with training and development, opportunities to advance to lead-hand, superintendent, or beyond, and a steady stream of projects across the U.S.

  • Designed training and development plans to grow your money-making ability.
  • A path to becoming a lead-hand, a Superintendent or beyond.
  • The sheer volume of projects to keep you on that path year-round.
  • An OWNERSHIP plan – you are an owner here.
  • A safety record in the top 10% of the industry.

We’re looking for senior tradespeople with geotechnical construction experience including soil nailing, micropiles, shotcrete, rock drilling, grouting, and case drilling. This is a travel job with projects across the US. Crews work a 3-week on, 1-week off schedule. All of our work is geotechnical, including geohazard projects like landslide repair, mudslide repair and erosion control, where experienced tradespeople play a critical role in our success.

Responsibilities
  • Work with a Superintendent and teammates to apply skills effectively, safely and efficiently.
  • Contribute in your specialty area and assist with other tasks to drive project success.
  • Travel across the US to perform work with 3-week on / 1-week off or 5-day on / 2-day off schedules depending on location.
  • Learn and apply new skills (machines, soils technology, specialty techniques, leadership, problem-solving).
Qualifications
  • 3+ years of geotechnical or civil construction experience
  • Heavy equipment operation experience (skid steer, excavator, concrete/grout pump, etc.)
  • Equipment cleanup and maintenance
  • Experience with casing, rock drilling or similar
  • Experience with Shotcrete
  • At least one year of traveling construction labor experience
  • At least one year of working outside in all conditions
  • Ability to understand and meet daily production targets
  • Problem-solving mindset and proactive approach to resolving issues
  • Commitment to safety principles and proper use of tools
  • Reliability and punctuality
Work Environment
  • Climates vary from tropical to desert environments
  • Moderate noise with hearing protection often required
  • Exposure to typical construction site hazards
  • Regular heavy lifting (75 lbs+) of materials

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Travel

Up to 100% travel across the U.S.

Compensation
  • This is a GMT4 job posting. The wage for that role is $26 - $29/hour
  • Hourly rate based on experience. Pay scale increases with:
    • More years of experience and technical expertise with drilling tools
    • Ability to drive (CMV or CDL)
    • Experience or certifications for heavy equipment operations
    • Experience with shotcrete or grouting pumps
    • Experience directing teams, managing customer interactions, or managing projects
  • All positions earn overtime
  • 100% paid travel
Benefits
  • Medical, Dental, Vision (HSA and FSA available)
  • Accident and life insurance
  • Life and disability insurance
  • 401K
  • 17 paid holidays and personal days
  • Parental leave
  • Legal Shield Services
About Us

Geo Stabilization International is the leading geohazard mitigation firm operating throughout the United States and Canada. We specialize in Geohazard emergency response to landslide repairs, rockfall mitigation, and grouting using design/build and design/build/warranty contracting. Our expertise, tools, and partnerships allow us to repair slope stability or foundation problems in diverse geologic settings. We offer a pathway to ownership, challenging projects, and a safety record in the top 10% of the industry.

Geo Stabilization International, LLC. is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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