Job Overview
Element is seeking a Geotechnical Instrumentation and Monitoring Technician. In this role, you will be primarily responsible for assisting in designing, planning, and coordinating geotechnical instrumentation projects. This includes scheduling control, obtaining permits for on-site installation, and setting up and commissioning monitoring equipment.
Key Responsibilities
Installation & Maintenance: Assist in installing and maintaining geotechnical instruments such as inclinometers, piezometers, and settlement markers.
Data Collection: Collect and record monitoring data from the job site.
Equipment Calibration: Regularly check instruments to ensure they are working correctly and keep tools organized and ready for use.
Reporting: Assist in preparing reports and summaries of the collected data.
Collaboration & Safety: Work closely with engineers and the project team while strictly following safety rules and site regulations at all times.
Skills & Qualifications
Education/Experience: Minimum Secondary School education or 0–2 years of experience in testing or a related field.
Industry Knowledge: Working experience in the construction industry and basic knowledge of testing concepts and computer skills.
Physical Fitness: Physically fit and able to withstand challenging on-site working conditions.
Mindset: Self-motivated team player with excellent organizational and communication skills. Must have a strong quality focus and the determination to meet tight deadlines with minimum supervision.
About Element
Element is one of the fastest-growing testing, inspection, and certification businesses in the world. Globally, we have more than 9,000 brilliant minds operating from 270 sites across 30 countries. Together, we share an ambitious purpose: "Make tomorrow safer than today."
When failure in use is not an option, we help customers make certain that their products, materials, processes, and services are safe, compliant, and fit for purpose.
