Engineering Technician - CMT

ESP Associates, Inc.•Concord, NC

About The Position

ESP Associates, Inc. is seeking an Engineering Technician to perform field testing of construction-related materials, including soils, concrete, grout/masonry, and asphalt. The role involves conducting routine and advanced field tests, observing construction activities, reviewing project drawings and specifications, and documenting observations and test results using ESP’s field data collection software. The technician communicates with ESP project staff and the project construction team and must be willing to work in varying weather conditions. ESP is a multidisciplinary engineering design and consulting firm. The company describes a collaborative work environment with opportunities to participate in team outings, volunteer events, company-wide step challenges, summer celebrations, and other activities. A sign-on bonus may be available based on individual experience and certifications.

Requirements

High school diploma, GED, or associate degree.
Effective oral and written communication skills.
Willingness to work in varying weather conditions.
Must be able to pass a drug screen and background check and have a satisfactory driving record in accordance with the company’s driving (MVR) policy.

Nice To Haves

Three or more years of experience in construction testing of soil, concrete, masonry, and/or asphalt materials.
ACI Field Grade I Certification.
Nuclear Density Gauge Safety Certification.
NICET, DOT, and other applicable certifications.

Responsibilities

Perform routine and advanced field tests in accordance with ASTM, ACI, AASHTO, DOT, or other standards.
Perform and document observations of construction.
Review and understand project-related drawings and specifications.
Communicate effectively with ESP project staff and the project construction team.
Report observations and test results through ESP’s field data collection software.

Benefits

Competitive compensation with yearly performance reviews and discretionary annual bonuses.
401(k) Traditional and Roth plans with a guaranteed employer match of 100% up to the first 3% and 50% on the next 2%, with eligibility after 60 days.
Paid time off and 10 paid holidays.
Four hours of volunteer time off each year, prorated during the first year based on hire date.
Tiered health, vision, and dental insurance options, with eligibility after 30 days.
Behavioral medicine through Teladoc.
Employer-paid short-term disability insurance.
Long-term disability insurance.
Life insurance.
Pet insurance.
Education reimbursement opportunities.
Flexible and dependent benefits plan.
Referral bonuses.
A sign-on bonus may be available based on individual experience and certifications.