Soil Technician II

Welcome to Verdantas, where innovation meets sustainability and your career finds purpose! Verdantas is redefining environmental consulting and sustainable engineering through cutting‑edge modeling and digital technology, guided by a genuine commitment to people. Our work spans water resources, resilient land use, energy transformation, and civil infrastructure. With more than 90 offices, we are championed by a team of over 2,000 experts, scientists, engineers, geologists, and technical specialists embedded in a people‑focused culture, prioritizing the well‑being of employees, clients, and communities.

We partner with clients to deliver smart, data‑driven solutions to complex environmental and infrastructure challenges and help shape a more sustainable future.

Verdantas is seeking a Soil Technician II to join our growing team in the Temecula, California office. This role supports construction materials testing and inspection services by performing field testing, documentation, and quality control activities on active project sites. The ideal candidate brings hands‑on field experience, strong technical skills, and a commitment to safety, accuracy, and teamwork in a fast‑paced consulting environment.

• Perform field testing and inspection activities at construction sites, including soil density testing, compaction testing, and evaluation of soil conditions for foundations.
• Document field observations and test results by preparing, tabulating, and submitting detailed daily technical reports for project managers, engineers, and clients.
• Prepare all field paperwork, maps, daily reports, and test sheets and submit them daily or weekly.
• Work closely with project teams, contractors, surveyors, project managers, and clients to support construction quality and compliance with project specifications.
• Attend all tailgate safety meetings for each project assigned.
• Attend all Leighton Loss Prevention Meetings.

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Work experience in construction or field‑related industries.
• Educational or work emphasis in Geology, Civil Engineering, or Geotechnical Engineering.
• Certifications in soil and concrete testing (ACI, ICC, or state‑specific certifications preferred; Caltrans certifications a plus).
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and basic data management tools.
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans and project documentation.
• Ability to clearly write daily reports.
• Willingness and ability to work outdoors in physically demanding environments, including lifting 50+ pounds.
• Strong attention to detail, reliability, and a team‑oriented mindset.

$25-$30/hr.

• Flexible Work Environment
• Paid Parental Leave
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Short‑Term and Long‑Term Disability
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Time Off + Holidays

Verdantas strives to develop new ways to increase diversity awareness within our organization. We recruit and reward our employees based on capability and performance—regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, lifestyle, age, educational background, national origin, religion, or physical ability. For us, it is imperative to build balanced teams from all walks of life and we believe that a diverse workforce is a stronger workforce.

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