The posting
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.
Full-time | Up to 100% travel
We’re hiring candidates who live in our Central, West, or Pacific regions. Applicants must reside within one of these regions to be considered.
Put Your Experience to Work
GSI is looking for experienced field professionals with hands-on skills in geotechnical drilling, soil nail installation, shotcrete, or grouting.
As a Geohazard Mitigation Technician III, you’ll help repair landslides, stabilize slopes, and protect infrastructure. You’ll bring technical experience to the crew, perform work with limited direction, and help less-experienced teammates develop their skills.
Why Join GSI?
- Year-round work supported by a steady pipeline of projects.
- Employee ownership opportunities.
- Training and development to expand your technical skills and earning potential.
- Opportunities to grow into higher-level technical and field leadership roles.
- Company-paid approved travel expenses.
What You’ll Do
- Work with your Superintendent and crew to complete projects safely, accurately, and efficiently.
- Read and follow project plans related to your specialty.
- Perform drilling, shotcrete, or grouting work based on your experience and assignment.
- Operate equipment safely and complete daily inspections and preventive maintenance.
- Identify job-site hazards and communicate equipment, material, or installation concerns.
- Maintain accurate production records and equipment checklists.
- Support other crew activities and help train less-experienced technicians.
Technical Experience
Candidates should bring demonstrated proficiency in one of the following specialties:
Drilling
- Install soil nails using injection drilling or open-hole methods.
- Install casing using specialized drilling equipment or pneumatic driving devices.
- Read plans for soil nail orientation and drilling patterns.
- Complete drill logs and perform routine drill maintenance.
- Identify and account for underground utilities.
- Mix grout to project specifications and troubleshoot basic grout pump issues.
Shotcrete and Grouting
- Prepare reinforcement, drainage, and surfaces according to project details.
- Apply shotcrete according to project plans and ACI standards.
- Maintain shotcrete mix quality and properly maintain the nozzle.
- Operate and maintain shotcrete or grout pumps and troubleshoot basic equipment issues.
- Read and follow shotcrete-related plans.
- Operate supporting equipment such as skid steers, manlifts, forklifts, and compactors.
Experience in both specialties is welcome but is not required for this level.
Qualifications
- Hands-on experience performing the drilling or shotcrete/grouting tasks listed above.
- Experience working outdoors in physically demanding construction environments.
- Ability to read relevant plans, follow instructions, and meet daily production targets.
- Ability to complete routine technical tasks with limited direction.
- Experience inspecting, cleaning, and maintaining equipment.
- Strong problem-solving skills and clear communication with crew members.
- Reliable attendance and a commitment to safe work.
- Valid driver’s license and ability to meet company driving requirements.
- Residence within GSI’s Central, West, or Pacific regions.
- Willingness and availability to travel up to 100%.
Relevant equipment certifications, a CDL, and documented shotcrete nozzle experience are valuable. Please include any certifications with your application.
Travel and Schedule
- Travel up to 100% to projects across Central and West regions of the United States
- Crews may work three weeks on/one week off or five days on/two days off, depending on home location and project needs.
- Your expected rotation will be discussed during the interview process.
- Approved work-related travel expenses are paid by GSI.
Work Environment
- Outdoor work in varying terrain, climates, and weather conditions.
- Exposure to construction-site hazards, noise, and heavy equipment.
- Regular lifting of construction materials weighing 75 pounds or more.
- Physically demanding work around drilling, pumping, and other construction equipment.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Compensation and Benefits
Compensation is based on relevant technical experience, equipment proficiency, and qualifications. All positions earn overtime.
Benefits include:
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage, with HSA and FSA options.
- Accident, life, and disability insurance.
- 401(k).
- 17 paid holidays and personal days.
- Parental leave.
- Legal Shield services.
- Employee ownership opportunities.
- Company-paid approved travel.
About GSI
GeoStabilization International specializes in geohazard mitigation, including landslide repair, rockfall mitigation, erosion control, and grouting. Our crews use specialized equipment and construction techniques to solve challenging slope stability and foundation problems throughout the United States and Canada.
Apply today and include your experience with drilling, soil nails, shotcrete, grouting, and heavy equipment.
Soil Nail Holdings and its subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristic protected by applicable law.
US pay range for this role.
$24.04—$26.44 USD
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.
