Construction Materials Testing Field Technician

About the position

At UES, we're a team of more than 4,000 engineers, scientists, geologists, inspectors, technicians, and drillers united by a shared purpose-to make a meaningful impact in the communities we serve. As a national leader in geotechnical engineering, environmental consulting, and materials testing and inspection, we collaborate on transformative projects across transportation, energy, water, healthcare, and more. UES offers you the opportunity to excel at the fastest growing Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC) firm in the country. Experienced and proven, UES is considered a pioneer of the industry and stands at the forefront of emerging technology and best practices. We are a family of companies with revenue of $500M, quickly rising through organic and acquisition growth. We are made up of 6 regions that include nearly 24 companies within those regions: Florida, West, Texas, Mid-Atlantic, Southeast, and Midwest. UES is a family of almost 3,800 team members who operate in 85 locations in 22 states. Our values guide the way we work, make decisions, and treat others, specifically our team members, customers, and the communities where we serve. We STRIVE for safety, teamwork, responsiveness, integrity, value and excellence. At UES, you will collaborate with a team that places value in our collective vision, culture of community, and unwavering commitment to excellence. While being encouraged to promote innovative and creative ideas, you will be provided the support to bring those ideas to fruition. As our company continues to grow at a rapid pace, so do the opportunities for our current and future team members to learn and mentor for continued professional and personal development. Additionally, you can count on excellent benefits, a comprehensive PTO plan, uncapped career growth, and the best people in the industry.

Responsibilities

• Conduct on-site testing of concrete, soils, and other construction materials.
• Utilize a company-provided vehicle to travel to various job sites within the area.
• Ensure that all testing equipment used is functioning properly and maintained as required.
• Ensure that project testing requirements are met and compliant with project specifications.
• Travel to various job sites to perform sampling and testing on construction materials.
• Return samples to the office for testing.
• Report data in an accurate, complete, timely, and understandable fashion.
• Operate testing equipment and ensure all test equipment is functioning properly.
• Maintain company vehicle and schedule oil changes.
• Communicate with dispatching and/or field supervisor about job status.
• Prepare testing reports using Field Data Collection (FDC) software.
• Complete daily time and labor reports in accordance with company policy.
• Follow all company safety procedures and policies.
• Be flexible to changing schedules and hours to support business needs.

Requirements

• Must be 18 years of age with a high school diploma or GED.
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable record.
• Ability to lift 50-75 pounds repeatedly with or without accommodations.
• Ability to read & write, including interpreting safety rules and procedure manuals.
• Computer skills sufficient to operate a laptop and learn Field Data Collection (FDC).
• Mathematical skills sufficient to add, subtract, multiply, and divide.
• Reasoning ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions.
• Candidates must reside within commutable distance of the company location.

Benefits

• Excellent benefits
• Comprehensive PTO plan
• Uncapped career growth