Mid Level -QA​/QC Field Technician - Denver

Mid Level - QA/QC Field Technician - Denver

Join Knight Piesold USA for the Mid Level - QA/QC Field Technician role in Denver.

Do you like working on dynamic projects all over the world? Are you interested in applying your skills, talents, and education to work at a company with a strong history and well‑established reputation? If so, read on to learn more about Knight Piesold and the opportunities we have open.

• Reputable, well‑established global consulting firm with over 100 years of industry experience specializing in Mining, Environmental, Hydropower, and Water Resources.
• One Team approach with collaborative culture across borders.
• Recognition and appreciation for employee contributions.

The Field/Laboratory Technician will provide construction quality assurance/quality control (CQA/CQ) for earthworks testing and geosynthetics installation.

• Adhere to all company and client safety requirements.
• Perform field CQA/QC observation and testing.
• Perform geotechnical laboratory testing: soil/aggregate sampling and processing, grain size, Atterberg limits, specific gravity, compaction tests (Proctors), hydrometer analysis, hydraulic conductivity (permeability).
• Perform concrete testing.
• Interact onsite with clients, contractors, and engineers.
• Oversee CQA/QC field and laboratory team members.
• Provide training to CQA/QC and laboratory team members.
• Schedule and coordinate CQA/QC activity to meet project technical specifications.
• Issue and track surveillance and non‑conformity reports.

• 10–15 years of experience in field construction materials testing CQA/QC, specifically soils testing, liner CQA, and laboratory testing.
• Basic to intermediate math and writing skills.
• Basic to intermediate knowledge of Excel and Word.
• Ability to work weekends, as required.
• Ability to travel and work out of town for extended periods, as required.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Ability to regularly lift and/or move up to 35 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, and occasionally move more than 100 pounds, with assistance.
• Ability to spend majority of time walking and inspecting for multiple days.

Work performed in field setting and geotechnical soils laboratory; may be exposed to varying ambient conditions. Adherence to safety standards including MSHA and OSHA is mandatory.

Annual compensation range: $24.00 to $40.00 an hour, dependent upon experience level. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as experience, education, and skill level.

401(k) / Roth 401(k) with employer matching. Health insurance including prescription drugs, dental, vision. Flexible spending account, health savings account. Short- and long-term disability. Life insurance. Wellness and employee assistance programs. Flexible work schedule. Paid time off (vacation, sick, holiday). Professional development assistance. Employee referral bonus. Transit benefit program. Discretionary annual bonus program.

Knight Piesold provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, ancestry, national origin, citizenship, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, disability, genetic information, service in the military, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and applicable laws.

If you need assistance completing any forms or otherwise participating in the resume submission process, please contact our Human Resources team at  or call 1‑303‑629‑8788 Monday‑Friday 8:00 am – 5:00 pm MST.

Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

Other

Civil Engineering