Construction Materials Engineering Technician

Job Description

Description:

Advance Testing Company, Inc. is currently seeking a full-time Construction Materials Technician to work on projects in the Northeastern United States.

Advance Testing, an established New York-based construction materials testing and inspection firm, has opportunities available for individuals to perform testing and inspection of construction materials such as soils, aggregates, concrete, masonry and asphalt. Typical assignments include projects related to construction of roads, bridges, airports, tunnels, commercial and industrial buildings, schools, government and military sites, and material fabrication and production facilities.

Successful candidates will be trained and certified to perform sampling and testing of soil, concrete, and asphalt materials on construction sites and in a laboratory setting through locally and nationally recognized programs. Once trained and certified, employees are considered full-fledged Construction Materials Technicians.

Construction Materials Technician – RESPONSIBLITIES

Observe work in progress to ensure that procedures and materials used conform to approved drawings and specifications.

Perform standard testing of materials.

Prepare samples of materials for laboratory testing.

Examine workmanship of installations for conformity to specifications.

Maintain daily log of construction and inspection activities and complete clear, accurate reports daily.

Prepare sketches of construction installations that correlate with testing and inspection sites.

Other related duties may be assigned.

Construction Materials Technician - QUALIFICATIONS

High school diploma or equivalent

AS Degree in Civil Engineering Technology, Construction Management, Construction Technology, or similar, OR completed coursework toward a BS Degree in Civil Engineering or similar;

Experience with construction materials testing and/or construction industry preferred (will be trained)

Strong focus on safe work practices and adherence to all safety protocols

Must be detail oriented and able to work independently

Must be able to travel and to perform site visits

Requires a valid, clean driver’s license

Applicants may be required to obtain any security clearances and background confirmation for sensitive projects and locations.

Construction Materials Technician - COMPETITIVE SALARY AND BENEFITS PACKAGE

In addition to providing competitive salaries, Advance Testing Company, Inc. offers a wide range of benefit options, including:

Overtime offered at time and a half

Comprehensive group medical insurance, including health, prescription, dental, vision

Flexible spending accounts for medical expenses and dependent care

Company paid offset to out of pocket health insurance and prescription costs

Opportunities for professional growth and advancement

Paid time off and sick days

Company–observed paid holidays

Paid training and certification

AFLAC Plans including short and long-term disability coverage, life insurance, et al.

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan

Salary Range $18-22 per hourRequirements:

All positions may require lifting and/or physical activities, including lifting of up to 75 lbs., walking/working on uneven surfaces, and driving to and from job sites. The majority of our work is conducted outdoors, in all weather conditions. Work hours vary, but include day, night and weekend shifts.

Full-time