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# Geotechnical Technician at Woolpert

- **Company:** Woolpert
- **Location:** Harrisburg, PA
- **Compensation:** $32–$48/hr
- **Posted:** 2026-10-23
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-10-29
- **Apply:** https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/woolpert/jobs/4459008009

## Job description

At Woolpert, you’ll do work that matters.

As a leading global architecture, engineering, and geospatial firm, we help clients solve complex challenges that shape communities, strengthen critical infrastructure, advance technology, and improve the world around us. Here, you’ll collaborate across disciplines, tackle meaningful projects, and build a career defined by growth, opportunity, and impact.

Position Overview

Woolpert is hiring a Geotechnical Technician to join our dynamic Infrastructure Team at our Harrisburg, PA office. This position reports to the Geotechnical Team Leader and is responsible performing intermediate-level geotechnical field and laboratory testing in support of public and private infrastructure projects. Works under the general supervision of senior technicians, engineers, and project managers. Responsibilities include conducting standardized field and lab tests, documenting results, supporting drilling operations, and ensuring compliance with quality and safety procedures for the Aviation, Water, and Transportation Markets.

We are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position.  Applicants must already possess work authorization in the country the job is located.

What You Will Do:

- Collect and document soil, concrete, asphalt, and aggregate samples in accordance with project requirements
- Support geotechnical drilling operations: log samples, assist drill crews, and prepare boring logs
- Maintain accurate and complete field notes, test results, chain of custody documentation, and daily activity reports
- Perform geotechnical field testing including nuclear density gauges, soil classification, compaction testing, moisture content testing, and concrete/asphalt sampling
- Assist with typed boring logs and geotechnical report preparation
- Apply established techniques, procedures, and testing criteria consistently
- Calibrate, maintain, and operate field/lab equipment with minimal guidance
- Observe site construction activities for compliance with plans, specifications, and material requirements
- Communicate test results and deficiencies to contractors and senior personnel
- Assist in reviewing and interpreting project plans, site drawings, and specifications
- Support contract documentation, reporting, and project recordkeeping
- Identify and communicate work items deemed unacceptable
- Assist with training and mentoring entry-level technicians
- Follow Woolpert safety standards and ensure safety protocols are executed on job sites
- Contribute to tracking project progress, resolving issues, and supporting quality assurance and quality control processes

What You Will Bring:

- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- 3+ years of combined experience in geotechnical drilling inspection or related fieldwork required.
- Valid driver's license required.
- 10-Hour OSHA Construction Certificate or ability to obtain required.
- PennDOT Drill Inspection Certification or ability to obtain required.
- Demonstrated knowledge of geotechnical field and laboratory testing standards (ASTM, AASHTO)
- Ability to complete accurate and detailed field and laboratory documentation
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to safely work on active construction sites
- Ability to read and understand site plans, specifications, and technical documents
- Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently in the field

## PREFERRED EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE:

- Associates or higher-level degree in a related field preferred.
- Completed internship and coursework in geotechnical engineering with hands-on field and lab experience preferred.
- Field & lab expertise: Conducting soil and rock sampling, in-situ tests (SPT, CPT), advanced lab testing, and site investigations.
- Data management & reporting: Organizing, analyzing, and reporting geotechnical data using software like gINT, Excel, or AutoCAD.
- Technical knowledge & safety: Understanding soil mechanics, construction practices, and site safety; ability to work independently and support engineering decisions.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

- Work in both field and office environments.
- Frequent standing, walking, bending, lifting, and climbing on construction sites.
- Operate and manipulate standard field and laboratory testing equipment.
- Sit for extended periods for documentation and reporting.
- Exposure to outdoor weather conditions, uneven terrain, loud equipment, and construction site hazards.
- Frequently lift/move 25lbs and occasionally lift/move up to 50lbs.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS: • Travel up to 75%, including potential overnight stays, holidays, and weekends

## #LI-AT1

## Benefits You Will Love

Certified as a Great Place to Work, Woolpert is one of the fastest-growing architecture, engineering, and geospatial companies in the world. With over 75 offices and countless projects around the globe, you’ll work on meaningful assignments that improve quality of life around the world. In addition to offering competitive pay, we provide employees with a robust set of unique benefits, including:

- Freedom to Work program: Set your own schedule and location (as appropriate).
- Principal program: Earn the opportunity to become an owner of the firm.
- Flexible paid time off/vacation: Take time off when it makes sense for you and your team.
- Career development: Explore a wide range of learning and growth opportunities within and across industries.
- Health, life, vision, and dental insurance: Cover all your medical bases.
- Paid sick time, retirement plan, fitness reimbursement, pet insurance, identity protection, technology stipend, employee assistance program, and more!

Base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

Pay Range $31.63—$47.50 USD

Find out more about what Woolpert has to offer here:  http://woolpert.com/about-us/

Woolpert is an equal-opportunity employer. Woolpert is committed to the full inclusion of all individuals. We recruit, train, compensate, and promote regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, veteran status, and other protected status as required by applicable law.  You may view more about EEO on our website: [Equal-Employment-Opportunity-The-Law.pdf](https://woolpert.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/Equal-Employment-Opportunity-The-Law.pdf) and [EEO is the Law Poster Supplement](https://woolpert.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/EEO-is-the-Law-Supplement.pdf).

Applicants who require an accommodation throughout the application and interview process should request this in advance by contacting your Recruiter

To all agencies: Please, no phone calls or emails to any employee of Woolpert or any of our subsidiaries about this requisition. All resumes submitted by search firms/employment agencies to any employee at Woolpert via email, the internet, or in any form and/or method will be deemed the sole property of Woolpert, unless such search firms/employment agencies were engaged by Woolpert's Talent Acquisition Team for this requisition and a valid agreement is in place. In the event a candidate who was submitted outside of Woolpert's applicant process is hired, no fee or payment of any kind will be paid.

## About Woolpert

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: Woolpert is a rapidly growing, technology-forward firm delivering end-to-end architecture, engineering, and geospatial solutions globally to improve critical infrastructure.
- **Entity Type**: Private (Employee-Owned)
- **Headquarters**: Dayton, Ohio, USA
- **Founded**: 1911
- **Founders**: Information not publicly available (founded as an engineering and surveying firm in Dayton, Ohio)

## Core Business
- **Primary industry/industries**: Architecture, Engineering, Geospatial (GIS), Data & Technology.
- **Target customers**: Primarily B2B and B2G, serving public-sector (federal, state, local) and private-sector clients in industries including Aviation, Defense, Maritime, Data Centers & Advanced Manufacturing, Water & Energy, Surface Transportation, and Corporate/Institutional.
- **Mission or purpose statement**: "To help our employees, clients, and world progress — to move forward through forward thinking." [woolpert.com](https://woolpert.com/careers/woolperts-culture/)

## Products & Services
Woolpert offers integrated, end-to-end services across five core solution areas:
- **[Architecture](https://woolpert.com/)**: Design services for industrial, logistics, corporate, and institutional facilities.
- **[Engineering](https://woolpert.com/)**: Planning, design, and project management for transportation, water, energy, and advanced manufacturing projects.
- **[Geospatial](https://woolpert.com/)**: Comprehensive geospatial services including aerial survey (via subsidiary Bluesky International), mobile mapping, 3D digital twin development, seafloor mapping, and GIS implementation. A Premier Google Partner and Esri Gold Partner.
- **[Data and Technology](https://woolpert.com/)**: Data management, cloud solutions, machine learning systems for flood prediction, and asset lifecycle management (partnering with Trimble).
- **[Planning and Consulting](https://woolpert.com/)**: Strategic planning and consulting services for large-scale infrastructure and development projects.

## Market Standing
- **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not publicly available (private company).
- **Key Metric**: Over 3,000 employees worldwide across 75+ locations. [woolpert.com](https://woolpert.com/about/)
- **Notable Investors/Partners**: The company is employee-owned and has not disclosed traditional VC investors. Key technology partners include Google (Premier Partner), Esri (Gold Partner), and Trimble.
- **Growth Signals**:
    - Certified as a **Great Place to Work** for 9 consecutive years. [woolpert.com](https://woolpert.com/about/)
    - Ranked #7 on Zweig Group's "Hot Firms" list; #15 on ENR's Top 500 Design Firms; #11 on BD+C's Top 50 Engineering/Architecture firms. [woolpert.com](https://woolpert.com/about/)
    - Named in GeoAwesomeness' top 100 global geospatial companies. [woolpert.com](https://woolpert.com/about/)
    - Aggressive acquisition strategy: has integrated 7+ companies since 2019, including **Murphy Geospatial** (400-person firm, Ireland, 2024), **Bluesky International** (UK aerial survey leader, 2025), **UMC Architects** (UK-based, 2025), and **Dawood Engineering** (150-person, US, 2026). [woolpert.com](https://woolpert.com/about/)

## Competitive Advantages
- **Integrated Service Model**: A rare in-house fusion of architecture, engineering, and advanced geospatial/data capabilities, allowing them to own the full project lifecycle from survey to design to management.
- **Industry-Leading Partnerships**: As a Google Premier Partner and Esri Gold Partner, Woolpert has deep ties to the dominant platforms in geospatial technology, granting them access to early features and high-level support.
- **Century-Long Track Record**: Founded in 1911, the company has over 100 years of history, deep client relationships, and a proven ability to adapt and grow.
- **Employee Ownership**: Being 100% employee-owned (through the Principal Program) aligns employee incentives with long-term company success.

## Strategic Focus
Woolpert’s growth strategy centers on organic expansion and strategic acquisitions of "industry-leading companies that share [their] culture." Their current focus is on:
- Expanding their global footprint and service capabilities (evidenced by recent acquisitions in the UK, Ireland, and Europe).
- Deepening their technology and data analytics prowess, particularly in machine learning and digital twins.
- Serving high-growth sectors like data centers, advanced manufacturing, and national defense.

## Why Work Here
Based on Woolpert’s own culture survey and benefits page:
- **Culture**: 92% of employees feel they can take time off when needed; 90% feel welcomed; 87% are proud to tell others they work here. The culture is described as High Performing, Focused, Industry Leading, Supportive, Progressive, and Balanced. [woolpert.com](https://woolpert.com/careers/woolperts-culture/)
- **Work Model**: "Freedom to Work Program" – offers flexibility to work in one of 75+ offices, at home, or on the go. [woolpert.com](https://woolpert.com/careers/)
- **Unique Ownership**: The **Principal Program** allows every employee (not just executives) to become a principal and own shares in the company. [woolpert.com](https://woolpert.com/careers/)
- **Meaningful Work**: Opportunities include aerially mapping the seafloor, designing data centers, planning military installations, and building ML systems for flood prediction. [woolpert.com](https://woolpert.com/careers/)
- **Perks**: Competitive pay, flexible vacation, quality healthcare, health & wellness coaching, fitness reimbursement, employee assistance programs, technology stipends, 401k employer contributions, tuition reimbursement, and pet insurance. [woolpert.com](https://woolpert.com/careers/)

## Sources
1. [Woolpert Homepage](https://woolpert.com/)
2. [Woolpert About Page](https://woolpert.com/about/)
3. [Woolpert Careers Page](https://woolpert.com/careers/)
4. [Woolpert Culture Page](https://woolpert.com/careers/woolperts-culture/)

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