Traveling Geohazard Mitigation Technician

Traveling Geohazard Mitigation Technician GeoStabilization International - 3.9 Portland, OR Job Details $20 - $33 an hour 21 hours ago Benefits Travel reimbursement Health savings account Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Flexible spending account Paid time off Vision insurance Qualifications Geotechnical engineering Construction safety management Outdoor work CDL A Mid-level Team development Driver's License Equipment maintenance Training & development Crew management Communication skills Full Job Description GeoStabilization International (GSI), Access Limited, and RoadGuard together form a leading infrastructure solutions platform dedicated to protecting people and strengthening critical infrastructure across North America and New Zealand. GSI is the premier geohazard mitigation firm specializing in emergency slope stabilization, landslide repair, grouting, and micropiles through innovative design-build delivery. Access Limited brings over a century of steep-slope expertise and operates North America's largest fleet of spider excavators, delivering complex rockfall and geotechnical solutions in the most challenging environments. RoadGuard, founded in 2024, unites industry-leading roadway safety companies providing guardrail, bridge railing, highway signage, fencing, and specialty fabrication services. Across all our businesses, we are driven by innovation, extreme ownership, technical excellence, and a relentless commitment to measurable results that improve safety and infrastructure resilience. At GeoStabilization International, deep foundation, small diameter drilling is mission-critical work. We operate in unstable slopes, emergency geohazard conditions, and structurally sensitive environments where installation accuracy, casing integrity, and ground control determine project success . Why Choose GSI If you're already in Geohazard, environmental or a similar industry doing the things we do, you probably have options. Why come to work with us? At GSI, you're not just working —you're building people, solving complex problems, and taking pride in work that keeps communities safe. Here, you'll get: Great teams filled with hardworking people from every walk of life, that are learning to do things the same way: quality, safety and team focused. Clear, supported advancement to more senior roles - either into crew leadership (lead hand, superintendent) or into more senior technical roles in drilling or shotcrete sculpting. A deep backlog of important work - you stay busy helping communities year round. Company ownership—yes, you become an owner here. Commitment to doing things the right way and putting the best tools in your hands. If you're an experienced technician in drilling, soil nail walls, shotcrete or other geotechnical construction techniques, who takes pride in tackling tough challenges, and delivering quality—this is where you can grow. Responsibilities What You'll Lead As an experienced geohazard mitigation technician, you'll work on projects across the U.S.

Your core responsibilities include:

Applying your skills across a variety of slope stabilization and geohazard mitigation systems Executing safety plans—protecting the people around you is priority #1 Coaching and developing teammates to be more effective and grow their skills. Helping with equipment maintenance and jobsite organization Communicating clearly with clients and internal teams Qualifications What You Bring You'll thrive here if you're a hands-on leader who stays calm, communicates clearly, and brings out the best in your crew.

Required:

2+ years in construction in Geotechnical, Environmental, Civil or similar industries on projects that involve casing or rock hammer drilling, shotcrete application, slope stabilization or soils work. Expertise in one or more machines/tools used in the work above (shotcrete nozzles, grout pumps, casing drills or other) Strong communication—clear, direct, solution-oriented Ability to manage multiple priorities while keeping the crew aligned Flexibility to travel and adjust schedules as needed Driver's license (CDL A is a plus) Work & Travel Expectations Outdoor work in climates ranging from mountains to deserts Typical construction-site hazards and noise levels Regular lifting of 75 lbs+ Extensive travel—up to 100% across the U.S. Compensation & Benefits This is an hourly leadership role with significant earning potential: $20-$33 per hour based on experience level with the machinery and construction techniques most relevant to our projects. If you don't have them all, we'll train you and push you up the pay range as you learn. Annual performance bonus Equity ownership program 100% paid travel (flights, hotels, food, and other travel) Medical, dental, vision (HSA/FSA) Accident, life, disability insurance 401(k) Generous paid time off policy About Us GeoStabilization International (GSI) is North America's leading geohazard mitigation firm, specializing in emergency response for landslides, rockfall, and slope failures. With the largest portfolio of its kind worldwide, we deliver innovative design/build solutions in the most challenging environments. We're a growing $550M organization built on craftsmanship, integrity, and taking care of our people. GSI is an equal opportunity employer. Soil Nail Holdings and its subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.