What are the responsibilities and job description for the Field Technician I position at HGI - hydroGEOPHYSICS?
Field Technician
Job Summary:
hydroGEOPHYSICS (HGI) is a geophysical services company that provides state-of-the-art solutions to our customer’s needs. HGI works within the mining, nuclear, engineering, and environmental industries. The Field Technician I will be located in Tucson, AZ and assist scientists and engineers with data collection and general field/office duties. This position will have a positive impact by helping to solve serious environmental problems and the majority of the work will be performed at outdoor locations. The Field Technician I is an entry level role and will be trained to perform the necessary functions of the position.
Job Responsibilities/Duties:
- Loading and unloading of equipment for field projects.
- Vehicle and equipment transport to and from field projects.
- Set up, tear down and maintenance of field monitoring equipment.
- Other field support as directed by project lead.
- Field projects range from two days to two months and requires extensive travel regionally, nationally and globally. This will include remote locations with limited communications and facilities, extreme environmental conditions (health, cold, altitudes, etc.), and possible industrial hazards.
- Organization and maintenance of field equipment in accordance with company procedure.
- General office support as required when not in the field.
- Perform other job-related duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications:
- Ability to flourish with minimal guidance, be proactive, and handle uncertainty.
- Outstanding communication skills, both written and verbal, as well as being organized and detail-oriented.
- Schedule flexibility, priorities can change quickly as we are a service based company and have to react quickly to client demands.
- Enjoy travel (nationally and internationally), remote destinations, and working outdoors with complex scientific equipment. The position requires 70 % travel. Field projects range from two days to two months and requires extensive travel regionally, nationally and globally.
- Valid driver’s license.
- Clean driving record.
- High School Diploma.
- A current passport or ability to secure a passport within 90 days of hire date.
- This employment opportunity involves government contracts. Per those contract requirements, applicants must provide proof of US citizenship.
- Organized and enjoy working independently or with a team.
- Ability to problem solve, make temporary in-field repairs and be able to adapt to changing conditions.
- Inclined to working with electronics and building new tools to streamline projects.
- Proficient with internet research, email, MS Office, Word and Excel.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Scientific educational or professional background or aptitude.
- Bilingual English/Spanish speaking skills.
- Experience driving a vehicle/trailer combination.
- MSHA/OSHA/Hazwoper training.
Key Success Attributes:
- Results Driven
- Team Player
- Positive attitude that contributes to a positive work environment
- Maintain a quick and steady pace throughout your work shift
- Highly motivated self-starter with ability to perform well with varying degrees of supervision
- Curious and interested in learning new concepts
Core Competencies:
- Consistency and Reliability
- Communication
- Creative Thinking
- Growth Mindset
- Research, Analysis and Evaluation
- Flexibility
Benefits:
- Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Health Reimbursement Account (HRA)
- Company Paid Life Insurance
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Paid Holidays
- 401K Plan
- Company cell phone or cell phone stipend
- Company laptop
Physical Requirements:
Employee will be required to adhere to large amounts of standing, walking and climbing.
Will talk and hear to communicate. Will use arms and hands to signal, grab, hold, turn, push, pull: objects, materials, controls and tools repetitively. Will be required to lift, carry and move up to 50lbs over uneven terrain. With another person required to lift and move equipment greater than 50lbs but usually less than 150 pounds
Working Conditions while Performing Essential Functions:
This position is performed in an office and field setting. The atmosphere is fast paced and deadline oriented with focus on safety and quality.
HGI is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, sexual orientation and gender identity, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal and state law. Veterans are strongly encouraged to apply.