Senior CMT​/Geotechnical Laboratory Technician

Senior CMT/ Geotechnical Laboratory Technician

The Opportunity:

Tetra Tech is adding a Senior CMT/Geotechnical Laboratory Technician to our OGA team based in Midland, TX.

Why Tetra Tech:

At Tetra Tech, we are Leading with Science to solve the world’s most complex challenges. Our industry-leading experts in engineering and consulting are committed to driving positive change in communities around the world. For over 50 years, we have been at the forefront of innovation and sustainability. Today we stand as a market leader, offering cutting‑edge solutions in water, environment, energy, and international development.

Our work has improved more than 625 million lives around the world.

Your Impact:

Join Tetra Tech to make a real difference. Our work leverages cutting‑edge technologies, advanced analytics, and the expertise of world‑class scientists and engineers to create meaningful change around the world. Discover your full potential – join us to advance your career while leaving a lasting legacy.

The Senior Geotechnical Laboratory Technician will perform geotechnical laboratory testing support for various Energy and Renewable Energy projects. Primary responsibilities include following ASTM testing procedures, reducing laboratory data, performing quality control and assurance procedures.

Opportunity for growth into Laboratory Management position, depending on qualifications and experience.

• Organize, coordinate and work in the geotechnical materials testing laboratory as assigned by the Project and Senior Engineer.
• Review samples and tests with the engineer and field personnel.
• Review analytical laboratory data, field and laboratory test results and submit to the engineer for review.
• Setting up and calibrating equipment. Shipping and receiving equipment and samples, periodically.
• Prepare and review construction materials testing reports for delivery to the engineer.
• Perform field inspections or investigations as needed to ensure support of field investigations and quality assurance program and support the overall engineering projects.
• Develop Health and Safety Plans (HASP), submit 811 one calls, and other office tasks supporting projects; reports and review proposals for various types of construction materials testing projects.
• Assist the engineering team with updating standards for operation of the laboratory as needed in the future to meet client of accreditation requests.
• Assist with coordination with entry level lab staff including mentorship for test performance.
• Other duties as assigned.

• High school diploma or GED with experience in related field.
• 2‑5 years of related experience in the area of soils testing, construction materials testing, and/work in a soils laboratory.

• Bachelor's of Science degree in Engineering Technology (Construction, Civil, etc.) Construction Engineering, Civil or Geotechnical/Geological Engineering, Geology or related degree.
• Knowledge of ASTM standards for construction, including standard soils testing, concrete testing.
• ACI certification in the fundamentals of concrete and materials is a plus.
• Proficient in Microsoft office applications;
  Knowledge of GINT or Open Ground software, preferred.

• The candidate must be able to walk across rough surfaces that may be muddy and rutted in inclement weather.
• The candidate must be able to hear warning signals from heavy machinery that is in motion.
• Some heavy lifting required, including soil samples and equipment lifting.

• Work will be in the Midland, Texas office/laboratory (80% office, 20% Field). Field and Lab/Office time is based on a given year, not every week.
• Any opportunity to perform field work will primarily be in West Texas and Southeast New Mexico and occasional overnight travel will be required.
• Fieldwork, when required, will be primarily outdoors, exposed to varying weather conditions, while wearing fire‑retardant clothing (FRC).

• Full Time or Part Time Position depending on candidate
• Monday thru Friday
• Time in office vs Field: 80% office, 20% Field

• Comprehensi…