September 2026 Newsletter

A Message from the ASCE JAX Branch Board:

Greetings!

We can't believe it's already the end of the ASCE Jacksonville Branch's yearly cycle! Starting October 1st, the ASCE Jacksonville Branch leadership and Committee chairs will look a little different.

As a reminder, voting is still open for the incoming Board. If you are an ASCE member, please vote!

If you would like to get involved in the branch, feel free to join or chair a committee! We've got lots of exciting openings and are here to support you all the way. You can request to join a committee when you vote for the incoming Board.

ASCE Voting Link

We are also looking forward to seeing everyone at our upcoming Topgolf Scholarship Fundraiser this Thursday, September 17th. This is fundraiser is looking to be the most attended event we've had in quite some time!

Thank you for an exciting year. We are looking forward to our next newsletter featuring the Branch's newest Board and Committee!

ASCE Jacksonville Branch Board Members

Editorial and

Advertising Contact

secretary@jaxasce.com

ASCE JAX Branch Officers

PRESIDENT

Michael Nee, P.E.

VICE PRESIDENT

Ian O'Gorman

TREASURER

Courtlyn Hisey, P.E.

SECRETARY

Grant Curtiss, P.E.

PAST PRESIDENT

Sam Alix, E.I.

Vote for your next ASCE Jacksonville Officers!

Voting is now open to all members of the Jacksonville Branch. The ballot will be available from September 1 – September 18, 2026.

Results of the officer election and appointed chairs will be announced on September 23, 2026. Officers and Chairs serve a one-year term starting on October 1, 2026.

Take a moment to vote for each Jacksonville Branch officer position!

Please reach out to president@jaxasce.com with any questions.

Click Here to Vote!

We are looking forward to seeing everyone this Thursday, September 17th

at our annual UNF Topgolf Fundraiser!

COMMITTEE CHAIRS:

James Austin, P.E. (Events Chair)

Rex Robinson, P.E. (Technical Committee Chair)

Join the ASCE Jacksonville Branch on Thursday, September 24th for a tour of the North Florida TPO facility.

The tour will begin with a brief overview of the program’s history and goals, followed by a discussion of its partnerships with agencies throughout District Two, including the NFTPO and Gainesville MPO. We’ll then cover the evolution of the North Florida RTMC and the approach taken for its design and construction, along with a quick overview of what participants can expect to see during the tour. From there, we’ll begin the tour.

1 PDH Credit Approved

Voting is now open for the ASCE Jacksonville Branch YMG Board positions and Committee Chairs for the 2026-2027 term (October 1, 2026 - Spementer 30, 2027).

All younger members with a valid ASCE Membership are eligible to vote. Voting will take place electronically from September 1st through September 21st. The new officer board will be announced on September 23rd, with onboarding to follow.

Please reach out to asce.jacksonville.ymg@gmail.com with any questions.

Click Here to Vote

ASCE YMG

JAX Branch Officers

PRESIDENT

Madeline Batey, P.E.

VICE PRESIDENT

Tiffany Ritch, E.I.

TREASURER

Makaya Malila, E.I.

SECRETARY

Nathan Thoresen, E.I.

PAST PRESIDENT

Courtlyn Hisey, P.E.

Recent YMG Event Recaps

Headshot Happy Hour (August 26th) - August 8, 2026

The Jacksonville Branch YMG had a great time at the Headshot Happy Hour at Voodoo Brewing Co. Thank you to everyone who attended!

Upcoming YMG Events

Join the Jacksonville Branch YMG for International Coastal Cleanup Volunteering - September 19th, 2026 from 9-11am at Sidney J Gefen Riverwalk Park.

JOB ADVERTISEMENTS:

NOW HIRING: GEOTECHNICAL DRILLER

Growing geotechnical engineering business with healthy backlog of challenging projects needs experienced driller to lead 2 and 3-man crews for field subsurface explorations. Must be experienced with auger drilling, mud rotary drilling, and diamond bit coring techniques. In-situ testing techniques will include Standard Penetration Testing (SPT), Field Permeability Testing and collection of undisturbed samples using Shelby tube and piston samplers. Work also includes installation of instrumentation, piezometers and monitor wells.

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

Follow safety rules, guidelines, and standards for all projects. Participate in pre-task planning. Report any safety issues or concerns to management.
Be responsible for maintaining quality standards on all projects
In charge of two or three-person crews on sites with potentially variable site surface conditions requiring borings up to depths of approximately 150 feet.
Assists in the location of exploration points, including confirming with the Project Engineer that all points have been cleared by utility companies as safe for exploration.
Drives medium duty straight trucks to various job sites. Operates and drives 4WD truck-mounted and all-terrain vehicle-mounted drill rigs.
Previous experience operating a geotechnical or environmental drilling rig preferred.
Experience with soil sampling, SPT, rock coring, and/or subsurface investigations preferred.
Mechanical aptitude and the ability to troubleshoot equipment.
Strong commitment to safety and quality.
Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
Ability to perform physically demanding work, including lifting, pulling, pushing, and working around heavy equipment.
Ability to work independently and as part of a field team.
Valid driver's license and dependable transportation.
Strong communication and organizational skills.
Willingness to travel to project sites as needed.

EXPERIENCE THAT'S A PLUS

CME, Diedrich, Mobile
Hollow-stem auger drilling
Mud rotary drilling
Rock coring
SPT sampling
Shelby tube sampling
Geotechnical soil and rock sampling
Drill rig maintenance and troubleshooting

Requirements:

High school diploma or equivalent.
Minimum 5 years of drilling experience.
Valid Class A or B commercial driver's license with acceptable violation history.
Able to stand for long periods of time and lift 75 pounds repeatedly
Current Water Well Contractor License a plus

Job Type: Full-time

Experience: