Experienced Construction Quality Assurance Field Technician

TTL • Atlanta, GA

6d • Onsite

About The Position

TTL is an engineering design firm founded in 1964, with more than 575 team members across the Southern United States. The company provides integrated infrastructure services to public and private clients, including civil engineering, transportation design and CEI, geotechnical engineering, environmental consulting, construction materials engineering and testing, and surveying, GIS, and mapping.

The Construction Quality Assurance Field Technician provides CQA services on CCR and landfill projects, including clay and geosynthetic liner inspections. The role monitors, observes, and samples construction materials and may assist with or conduct construction materials testing. The technician prepares daily reports and data sheets, represents TTL at professional and client meetings, and works with close to moderate supervision. TTL is willing to train qualified candidates and will cover the cost of certifications required for the role.

The position is based in Atlanta, Georgia, or Tuscaloosa, Alabama. Starting pay is $24.50 per hour for candidates with experience. A $1.50-per-hour raise and a $300 spot bonus are offered upon completion of the Geosynthetic Certification Institute-Inspectors Certification Program within the first three months. Additional hourly raises are available upon completion of advanced certifications. The job may involve off-hours and weekend work, overnight in-state and out-of-state travel, and work in seasonal weather conditions. A per diem and lodging package is provided.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least 3 years of construction materials testing or construction quality assurance experience.
• Ability to evaluate test results and identify different soil types.
• Strong verbal communication and proficient writing skills.
• Understanding of basic documentation and reporting procedures.
• Valid driver's license and good driving record.
• Ability to lift more than 50 pounds.
• Ability to work in seasonal conditions, including heat, cold, and rain.
• Ability to work off-hours and weekends when required and travel overnight in-state and out of state when required; travel is stated as 70% overall.

Nice To Haves

• College coursework or a degree, with emphasis in physical sciences and/or math.
• Certification in, or ability to certify for, the Compacted Clay and Geosynthetic Liner Inspector (GCI-ICP) course within 6 months.
• NICET Level II Soils certification or ability to obtain it within 6 months.
• Radiation Safety Training.
• OSHA 40 HAZWOPER training.
• Ability to use Microsoft Suite, including Word and Excel.
• Ability to quickly learn additional software and online applications.
• Earthwork construction experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide construction quality assurance services on CCR and landfill projects, including clay and geosynthetic liner inspections.
• Monitor, observe, and sample materials used in construction work.
• Assist with or conduct construction materials testing services as needed.
• Prepare daily reports and data sheets.
• Represent TTL at professional and client meetings.
• Evaluate test results and identify different soil types.

Benefits

• Health and dental plan
• Vision coverage
• 401(k)
• Flexible spending accounts
• Generous paid time off accrual
• Per diem and lodging package for travel
• Company-paid required certifications
• $1.50-per-hour raise and $300 spot bonus upon completion of GCI-ICP within the first 3 months
• Additional hourly raises upon completion of advanced certifications

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED