Construction Materials Testing Technician II

Kleinfelder Inc•Austin, TX

20h

About The Position

Kleinfelder, a Forbes' Top Employer for Engineers in North America, is committed to a people-first culture, technical excellence, and creating opportunities where employees can thrive! Are you ready to be challenged, make a difference, and experience professional growth in your career? Kleinfelder's Construction Services team is looking for you! From construction management and observation/inspection services to laboratory testing and materials and forensic engineering, our Construction Services market helps to develop and maintain America's infrastructure and supply chain and is a recognized industry leader with more than 25 accredited laboratories. Kleinfelder, a long-standing industry leader in Texas, is looking for a Construction Materials Testing Technician II to join our Austin, TX office. In addition to the opportunity to work on some of the largest and most interesting projects in the area, Kleinfelder also offers: Competitive Wages Benefits including medical, dental, vision, & life insurance; HSA & FSA; 401K; paid holidays; and paid time off (PTO) Certification training and professional development (ICC, ACI, AWS, etc.) Employee referral bonuses Career advancement opportunities with one of the largest and most respected firms in the industry. If you are looking for a CAREER opportunity where you can develop your professional skills, enhance your technical certifications, and work on legacy projects; then we want to talk to you! We're looking for individuals with strong initiative, who will perform construction observation and materials testing on various projects to verify conformance to construction plans and specifications. This position may require travel from time to time. Move Forward with Kleinfelder: Kleinfelder and its’ subsidiaries and affiliates, has been connecting great people to the best work since 1961. We are engineers, scientists, and construction professionals providing solutions that improve our clients’ transportation, water, energy, and other private infrastructure. As a responsive, cross-disciplinary team of bright, curious, and innovative problem-solvers, we are dedicated to doing the right thing, every day, on every project from over 110 offices in the US, Canada, and Australia. Connecting great people to the best work is our purpose – together, we deliver. Progress with an Employer that Values You Kleinfelder, and its’ subsidiaries and affiliates, is an inclusive organization free from discrimination. We are a stronger organization when we are a diverse workforce and believe that through diversity, equity, and inclusion comes creativity, innovation, and unity. We are proud to offer the following: Benefits: Kleinfelder, and its’ subsidiaries and affiliates, offers an excellent compensation and benefits package, including: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan, and paid holidays. Career Development: We are committed to investing in the professional development of our staff, offering each employee every opportunity to grow, develop, and take control of their career paths. We support these efforts through reimbursements for continuing education as well as many of the expenses associated with trainings and certifications, and opportunities for career development through our internal Mentoring Program. Equal Opportunity: Kleinfelder, and its’ subsidiaries and affiliates, is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Minorities/Women/Disabled/Veterans. (Compliant with the new VEVRAA and Section 503 rules)

Requirements

1-3 years minimum of construction materials testing or inspection experience.
Valid ACI Concrete Field Testing Technician - Grade 1 Certification
Valid Radiation Safety training certification for the operation of a nuclear density gauge.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Valid driver's license with good driving record.
Able to use a company-provided laptop or tablet with working knowledge of MS Office programs (e.g. Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.).
A good work ethic and high level of personal integrity.
Authorization to work in the United States
Bend, stoop, and lift up to 50 pounds (22.68 kg) repetitively and over 50 pounds (22.68 kg) using handling equipment (hand truck, etc.).
Operate heavy equipment as necessary (i.e., ultrasonic non-destructive testing machine, concrete cylinder press, etc.).
Maintain safe mobility over construction obstacles by foot and ladder, traversing over rough broken ground and steep surfaces.
Work outside in variable weather at field sites and in labs with various levels of safety protection required.
Following an offer, candidates will be required to satisfactorily complete employment reference checks, verification of professional licensure and/or educational credentials, a motor vehicle report (MVR), and a comprehensive background check.

Nice To Haves

Valid TxDOT Testing Certifications
Valid ICC Special Inspector Certifications
Reinforced Concrete
Prestressed Concrete
Structural Masonry
Spray Applied Fireproofing
Structural Steel and Bolting
Structural Welding
Valid Post-Tensioning Institute (PTI) Field Certification
Valid OSHA-10 Certification

Responsibilities

following proper procedures
completing work in a timely manner
prepare daily field observation reports and materials testing data sheets
performing accurate computations
maintaining cordial relationships with coworkers, clients, contractors, etc.
willingness and ability to work a flexible schedule, including early mornings, late evenings, overnight shifts, and weekend as operational needs require.