Job Description

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:

• $25–$38 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.