Engineering Technician (Civil), Subsurface Exploration Crew Lead (Open to both U.S. Citizens and Federal Employees)

United States Department of Transportation - Sevierville, TN

Full-time - Mid Level

Sevierville, TN

Administration of Economic Programs

About the position

The Engineering Technician (Civil), Subsurface Exploration Crew Lead position is part of the Subsurface Exploration Section within the Technical Services Branch of the Eastern Federal Lands Highway Division (EFLHD). Located in Sevierville, Tennessee, this role involves conducting subsurface exploration activities essential for the design of roadways, pavements, and highway structures. The incumbent will lead a crew in performing various subsurface investigations, ensuring safety and compliance with utility coordination, and utilizing advanced geotechnical techniques.

Responsibilities

• Assure proper utility coordination and adjust the subsurface investigation plan as needed.
• Safely direct site access and layout of the subsurface exploration locations.
• Perform subsurface material sampling, identification, and analysis, including recording observed subsurface conditions.
• Assist engineers in conducting advanced subsurface techniques, such as geophysical surveys and investigations.
• Interact with EFLHD personnel, client agency personnel, property owners, and the general public.
• Obtain soil and rock samples using various sampling equipment and techniques.
• Perform installation, monitoring, and maintenance of geotechnical instrumentation devices.
• Operate government-owned commercial motor vehicles and drilling equipment, maintaining all equipment.
• Plan, direct, and coordinate various activities to accomplish assigned work in a timely manner.
• Maintain discipline to ensure proper procedures are followed toward efficient, cost-effective, and safe assignments.

Requirements

• Experience performing subsurface explorations utilizing power drilling equipment and hand excavation tools.
• Ability to travel and possess a valid Commercial Driver's License, Class A.
• Solid communication skills to work with internal and external customers.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in utility coordination and working under temporary traffic control conditions.

Benefits

• Permanent Change of Station (PCS) and relocation incentives may be available.
• Government travel card issued for official business.