Geophysics Technician I
- Baton Rouge, Louisiana
- Regular, Full time
- Job ID 2427
- Additional Locations: Madison, AL | Hoover, AL | Theodore, AL | Shreveport, LA | New Orleans, LA | Sulphur, LA | Jackson, MS
General Responsibilities:
Perform a comprehensive range of geophysical technologies in support of geologic, groundwater, environmental, engineering, and materials testing investigations. Perform non-invasive geophysical surveys from the ground surface as well as geophysical logging in boreholes to provide images or models of subsurface conditions. Define survey objectives, design survey approaches, analyze the resulting geophysical data, and provide interpretation of results. Results are incorporated into the planning, design and construction of vital infrastructure such as roads, tunnels, airports, landfills, water supplies, and other facilities; the assessment of environmental conditions; and the evaluation of earth resources. Geophysics supports all of Terracon’s service lines.
Essential Roles and Responsibilities:
- Follow safety rules, guidelines and standards for all projects. Participate in pre-task planning. Report any safety issues or concerns to management.
- Demonstrate quality practices and acumen.
- Provide consistent quality standards on proposal and project delivery.
- May assist more senior Geophysicists on large, more complex projects.
- Performs site visits, field observations and field data collection or assignments.
- May serve as team member or participate in meetings and communications with client pertaining to specific projects/tasks.
- Works under the supervision of a Terracon Geophysicist.
- Willing to travel locally and throughout Louisiana for various assignments; this role requires up to 80-100% travel, some overnight travel required.
- Ability to meet the physical demands of the position.
Requirements:
- High School diploma or equivalent, Associates Degree or higher preferred.
- 6 months experience required.
- A valid driver’s license with acceptable violation history may be required.
Required Qualifications:
- Successful completion of related internal safety certifications.
EEO Statement
Terracon is an EEO employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment, or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, or military status.