CMT Field Engineering Technician

Nova Engineering and Environmental • Charleston, SC

1d • Onsite

About The Position

NOVA Engineering is seeking a full-time CMT Field Engineering Technician for NOVA's Charleston, SC office to work on commercial and infrastructure construction projects. The individual will be responsible for conducting field testing of soil, concrete, asphalt, aggregate, rebar, and masonry/mortar/grout for compliance with ASTM, AASHTO, DOT, and/or project specifications. This role involves reviewing blueprints, documenting field activities and testing results, utilizing information management systems, communicating results to stakeholders, and calibrating equipment.

Requirements

• 2+ years of experience in construction materials testing/inspections of soil, concrete, masonry, and/or asphalt materials is required
• American Concrete Institute (ACI) Concrete Field Testing - Level I certification is required
• Ability to routinely lift 40 to 50 lbs. (field/laboratory samples and equipment), is required
• Willingness to work outdoors in varying weather conditions
• Ability to work and maneuver equipment (such as a loaded wheelbarrow) on uneven ground and around active construction sites
• Willingness to travel out-of-town (typically overnight) for short duration assignments

Nice To Haves

• International Code Council (ICC) special inspector certifications in Soils, Reinforced Concrete, and Structural Masonry are preferred

Responsibilities

• Conduct field testing of soil, concrete, asphalt, aggregate, rebar, and masonry/mortar/grout for compliance with ASTM, AASHTO, DOT, and/or project specifications.
• Review blueprints in preparation of field observations on construction sites.
• Document field activities, observations, and testing results on construction projects, and their conformance with (or deviation from) project plans and specifications.
• Utilize Metafield and/or other field and laboratory information management systems for recording of testing results.
• Communication of field and laboratory testing results with Construction Services and Project Management staff, general contractors, and clients.
• Calibration of field and laboratory equipment to industry codes and standards.

Benefits

• Use of take-home Company Vehicle and gas card for daily travel to work sites and gas card
• Comprehensive group medical insurance, including health, dental and vision
• Opportunity for professional growth and advancement
• Certification reimbursement
• Paid time off
• Company–observed paid holidays
• Company paid life insurance for employee, spouse and children
• Company paid short term disability coverage
• Other supplemental benefit offerings including long-term disability, critical illness, accident and identity theft protection
• 401K retirement with company matching of 50% on the first 6% of employee contributions
• Wellness program with incentives
• Employee Assistance Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees