Construction Inspection and Materials Testing Technician

Pioneer Technical Services•Bozeman, MT

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About The Position

Pioneer Technical Services, Inc. is currently recruiting for an entry level employees to perform Construction Inspection and Materials Testing in our Bozeman Geotechnical Laboratory. Self-motivated, committed individuals that work without frequent direction will receive competitive benefits with significant career advancement opportunities (see below). The position will generally be 40 hours per week on average with some overtime on an as-needed basis during busy periods. This position will involve field inspection services and geotechnical /materials testing in the laboratory. Field Inspection services include field density testing using nuclear density gauge, fresh grout and concrete sampling, shotcrete testing and coring. Laboratory testing will include performing Atterbergs, proctors, sieve analysis and numerous other geotechnical soils testing. Other duties will include data management, equipment maintenance, and sample organization. Project experience in general construction, field density testing, concrete testing, soil sampling, and materials testing as well as experience with Microsoft Word and Excel programs is preferred but not required. Pioneer will provide on the job training to perform field testing and laboratory testing tasks. Candidate must have a valid Class D driver's license with no driving restriction in place. Pioneer has project through Montana and Idaho and depending on assigned office location significant driving may be required to meet project demands.

Requirements

High School Diploma.
Must be able to complete basic computer tasks that include Excel, Microsoft Word.
Candidate must have a valid Class D driver's license with no driving restriction in place.

Nice To Haves

College education preferred, but not required.
Project experience in general construction, field density testing, concrete testing, soil sampling, and materials testing as well as experience with Microsoft Word and Excel programs is preferred but not required.
Field of Study: Civil/Environmental Engineering, Soil Science, or related/equivalent education or experience.

Responsibilities

Communicate with Contractor or Site Supervisor regarding testing results and any failing tests or problems.
Confer with supervisor to determine project details such as plan preparation, acceptance testing, and evaluation of field conditions.
Inspect project site and evaluate contractor work to detect deficiencies and ensure conformance to design specifications and applicable codes.
Prepare daily field inspection reports that document project activities and data.
Conduct materials testing and analysis using provided tools and equipment.
Basic Computer Skills.