Reading Anthracite Company

Engineering Field Technician

LocationPottsville, PA
Job TypeFull-time
Salary$49,920-$58,240

About This Job

Job Title: Engineering Field Technician Location: Pottsville, PA (with fieldwork at mining sites throughout Schuylkill County and surrounding areas) Reports To: Engineering Manager Company: Lehigh Engineering, LLC


Company Overview:

Lehigh Engineering, LLC is a small, family-owned engineering firm located in Pottsville, Pennsylvania, and is part of the Rich Family Companies. Our portfolio is diverse, encompassing projects in power generation, municipal engineering, coal mining, land development, and both public and private sector work. The Mining Engineering Division provides comprehensive engineering support to Reading Anthracite Company and its affiliates, while also offering geotechnical and mining consulting services to external clients. Our hands-on approach and local expertise allow us to deliver practical, cost-effective solutions across a wide range of engineering challenges.


Job Summary:

We are currently seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Engineering Field Technician to join our Mining Engineering Division. The technician will support various field and office-based tasks related to anthracite surface mining operations. This includes surveying, data collection, environmental inspections, and technical reporting. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys working outdoors, has a strong technical or engineering background, and wants to be part of a close-knit, multidisciplinary team.


Key Responsibilities:

Perform field surveys using GPS, drone, and total station equipment to support mine planning, reclamation, and permitting.
Collect and record topographic, geotechnical, and hydrologic data across active and reclaimed mine sites.
Assist engineers with pit mapping, stockpile monitoring, and volume calculations using drone photogrammetry and CAD software.
Support compliance efforts by inspecting erosion controls, water management structures, and haul roads.
Assist in preparing as-built drawings, field sketches, and documentation for permitting and environmental reporting.
Help conduct drone flights for cut/fill analysis and site visualization (Part 107 certification preferred or willingness to obtain).
Interact with Reading Anthracite Company personnel and other stakeholders to coordinate field activities.
Maintain field equipment, logs, and project records in accordance with company and regulatory standards.
Participate in regular safety training and comply with all MSHA regulations and site-specific safety policies.


Qualifications:

Preferred, but not required, Associate’s degree or technical training in Civil Engineering, Mining Engineering, Surveying, Geomatics, or related field (or equivalent experience).
1–3 years of relevant experience preferred; recent graduates with strong field aptitude will also be considered.
Possession of an FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate is preferred. Candidates who do not currently hold the license must be willing and able to obtain it as a condition of employment.
Familiarity with GPS equipment, CAD/GIS software, and basic drone operations.
Strong communication skills and the ability to work independently in remote and rugged outdoor environments.
MSHA Surface Mine Certification or willingness to obtain.
Valid driver’s license to travel between field sites.


Salary depending on experience.


Job Type: Full-time


Pay: $24.03 - $28.84 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 40 per week


Benefits:

401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off


Schedule:

Day shift
Monday to Friday


Work Location: In person

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