Experienced - Construction Materials Testing, ACI, Soil, Concrete

Job Description

Experienced - Construction Materials Testing ( ACI, Nuclear, Soil, Concrete, Asphalt )

General Responsibilities:
Perform field and/or laboratory testing, observation, and inspection of construction materials - soils, aggregates, concrete, asphalt, and steel. Communicate with project manager, engineering technicians, client representative, contractor’s representative and others as applicable regarding the construction site, project requirements, and testing, observation, and inspection requirements and results. Transport material samples with associated identifying documentation to the laboratory for further testing and analysis. Tabulate, prepare, and submit data and observation in the form of written and digital reports as work is performed for daily transmittal to the Project Manager. Maintain and clean equipment, vehicles and work areas. Adhere to strict safety standards.

Essential Roles and Responsibilities:

• Performs testing, observation, and inspection as directed in accordance with training and the specified procedures.
• Provides clear documentation of findings and results.
• Performs basic analysis of data to verify accuracy before communication and submittal to the Project Manager.
• Communicates information to Project Manager and other personnel as directed by the PM.
• Has experience and proficiency in multiple areas of field testing and inspection and or laboratory testing
• Train junior or entry level technicians
• Maintains equipment and calibration.
• Follows safety rules and practices and other safety requirements for all projects. Performs pre-task planning prior to executing work. Report any safety issues or concerns to management.
• Be responsible for maintaining quality standards on all projects.

Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 2+ years of relevant experience or the equivalent in training and related experience.
• Experience with computer use and Microsoft Word and Excel
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable violation history

Preferred:

• Certifications in one or more of the following areas:
• ACI Concrete Field Testing Technician Grade I
• ACI Concrete Strength Testing Technician
• Certified in radiation safety and Nuclear Density Gauge operation.
• NICET Level I or II certification in Construction Materials Testing in one or more of the following categories: Asphalt, Concrete, Soils.
• NICET Level I or II certification in Geotechnical in one or more of the following categories: Construction, Laboratory, Exploration, Generalist
• TxDOT Certifications - Level 1A, 1B, SB 101 & SB 102
• ICC certification in one or more of the following categories: Reinforced Concrete, Spray-applied Fireproofing, Structural Masonry, Prestressed/Post-Tensioned Concrete, Structural Steel – Bolting, Structural Steel – Welding.

Pay based upon actual construction materials testing experience and certifications.

Small family Lubbock based company in existence since 1977.
We specialize in Geotechnical and Construction materials testing.
We operate in Texas, New Mexico, and Oklahoma.
We have three offices:
Our main office is in Lubbock with satellite offices in Dallas and San Antonio.

Small family Lubbock based company in existence since 1977. \r We specialize in Geotechnical and Construction materials testing. \r We operate in Texas, New Mexico, and Oklahoma. \r We have three offices:\r Our main office is in Lubbock with satellite offices in Dallas and San Antonio.