Construction Materials Testing Technician I
About The Position
Kleinfelder's Construction Services team is looking for a Construction Materials and Testing Technician I to join their Charlotte, NC office. This role involves providing high-level inspection and testing services to a diverse client base on projects throughout North Carolina. The position offers a dynamic work environment, the opportunity to work on multiple high-profile projects, and be part of an industry-leading company. Kleinfelder is a Forbes' Top Employer for Engineers in North America, committed to a people-first culture, technical excellence, and creating opportunities for employee growth.
Requirements
- 1+ years of special inspection and/or construction materials testing experience
- Radiation safety training for the operation of a nuclear density gauge
- ACI Concrete Field-Testing Technician - Grade 1
- Valid driver's license and clean driving record
- Use a company provided laptop or tablet computer and a working knowledge of MS Office programs (e.g., Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.).
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- A good work ethic and high level of personal integrity.
- Ability to monitor contractors and report results verbally and in writing.
- Proficiency in preparing clear and accurate detailed reports of testing and inspection activities and maintaining work activity records.
- Attention to detail, quality, and safety.
- Authorization to work in the United States.
Nice To Haves
- NCDOT testing/inspection certifications
- ICC Special Inspector Certifications (Reinforced Concrete, Pre-stressed Concrete, Soil, Spray-applied Fireproofing, Structural Masonry, Structural Welding, Structural Steel and Bolting)
- Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) - American Welding Society (AWS).
Responsibilities
- Perform Field Observations and Materials Sampling/Testing during Construction of Buildings, Bridges and Roadways.
- Perform testing on construction materials including, Soils, Reinforcing Steel, Concrete, Masonry, Structural Steel, Fireproofing, Metal Decking, Roofing and Paving.
- Write Daily Field Reports documenting work performed by the various contractors and indicating compliance/non-compliance with contract documents.
- Cast Field Samples of Concrete, Masonry, Grout, etc. for strength verification.
- Provide Daily Phone Calls to Department Manager to inform of Daily progress of the project.
- Pick-up construction material samples and deliver to laboratory, deliver equipment to site technicians.
Benefits
- medical
- dental
- vision
- life insurance
- HSA
- FSA
- 401K
- paid holidays
- paid time off (PTO)
- Certification training and professional development (ICC, ACI, AWS, etc.)
- Employee referral bonuses
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
