Construction Materials Testing Technician

WSP•Asheville, NC

64d•Onsite

About The Position

WSP's Engineered Construction team is growing, and we have opportunities for Construction Materials Testing Technicians in Asheville, NC to perform field inspections and observations for commercial, industrial, and transportation related construction projects. We are seeking experienced construction engineering inspectors with ACI and other certifications. Your Impact Perform testing on general building sites and facilities Interpret project plans and specifications for compliance with projects requirements Perform soil density testing using both nuclear gauge and sand cone in accordance with ASTM and project specifications on site at commercial construction projects Perform sampling and testing of concrete in accordance with ASTM and project specifications Prepare and submit written field reports summarizing daily activities/observations and density calculations and results Observe proof rolls, undercut operations, perform footing inspections with dynamic cone penetrometer, and inspect rebar Test and work in accordance with Company safety policies Monitor work procedures for compliance with project specifications Interact with client representative (supervisors, foremen, project managers, engineers, etc.) at project sites Perform analysis or calculations to check accuracy, applicability and reasonableness of testing data

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent
Minimum 3 years related experience
Valid Driver's License
Reliability - must be able to arrive at designated project sites prior to scheduled times
Ability to prepare reports and documentation
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Basic knowledge of Excel
Flexibility to work outside normal business hours as required
Must pass physical, background check, and must have a satisfactory driving record in accordance with the Company's driving (MVR) policy

Nice To Haves

1 year+ Construction Materials Testing experience either on commercial projects or on transportation construction projects
Recent graduate with BS in Civil Engineering or Construction Management
ACI Field Level I certification (concrete sampling and field testing)
Troxler or equivalent certification
Ability to evaluate soil subgrade prior to placement of fill and perform standard soil Proctor and moisture checks
Ability to read and understand site grading drawings
Other NCDOT certifications

Responsibilities

Perform testing on general building sites and facilities
Interpret project plans and specifications for compliance with projects requirements
Perform soil density testing using both nuclear gauge and sand cone in accordance with ASTM and project specifications on site at commercial construction projects
Perform sampling and testing of concrete in accordance with ASTM and project specifications
Prepare and submit written field reports summarizing daily activities/observations and density calculations and results
Observe proof rolls, undercut operations, perform footing inspections with dynamic cone penetrometer, and inspect rebar
Test and work in accordance with Company safety policies
Monitor work procedures for compliance with project specifications
Interact with client representative (supervisors, foremen, project managers, engineers, etc.) at project sites
Perform analysis or calculations to check accuracy, applicability and reasonableness of testing data