Entry-Level Construction Materials Testing and Inspection Field Technician

WSP•Dallas, TX

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About The Position

This Opportunity WSP’s Dallas team is growing, and we have opportunities for Construction Field Technician to perform construction testing and inspections for transportation, commercial, industrial, education and healthcare projects. We have opportunities for experienced technicians with ACI and other certifications. We also have opportunities for motivated individuals without construction testing or inspection experience looking to start a career. WSP is willing to train the right candidate and help obtain the necessary certifications for this position. Your Impact Under general supervision, perform routine field sampling/testing and/or laboratory testing of soil, base, aggregate, Portland cement concrete, asphaltic concrete and masonry in accordance with established procedures and the standard methods established by AASHTO, ASTM, TxDOT or other agencies Properly calibrated testing equipment Under general supervision, perform field inspections and observations for construction activities to ensure compliance with project plans, approved shop/working drawings, project documents and specifications in accordance with established procedures Prepare and submit accurate, legible, comprehensive and complete testing and/or inspection reports on a daily basis in accordance with established quality procedures Review plans, specifications, general notes and shop/working drawings for assigned activities prior to performing assigned duties Perform analysis or calculations to check accuracy, applicability and reasonableness of testing data. Interact with client representative (supervisors, foremen, project managers, engineers, etc.) at project site as directed by the Direct Report Maintains assigned equipment and related calibration Mentor and train less experienced construction engineering technicians on sampling/testing procedures and construction observation techniques Follows safety rules and practices and other safety requirements for all projects; performs pre-task planning prior to executing work; report any safety issues or concerns to management Complete training on assigned tasks. Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures. Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs. Who You Are

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent required
0-2 years of related experience
Must be able to arrive at designated project sites prior to scheduled times, valid driver’s license is required.
Ability to prepare reports and documentation
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Basic knowledge of MS Word and Excel
Proficient self-leadership with attention to detail, multi-tasking, and prioritization of responsibilities in a dynamic work environment.
Ability to work independently under general supervision, as well as part of a team to meet business objectives.
Flexibility to work outside normal business hours as required
Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.
Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements.
Must have a satisfactory driving record in accordance with the Company's driving (MVR) policy
Physical examination required to obtain medical clearance to work
Ability to lift up to 40 pounds
Clean driving record and capable of being insured for driving company vehicles
Able to work in variable outside conditions, including extreme heat or cold.

Nice To Haves

3 years of relevant or equivalent experience
ACI certification in one or more of the following areas: Concrete Field Testing Technician Grade I Concrete Strength Testing Technician
Certified in Radiation safety and Nuclear Density Gauge
Experienced technicians have and maintain one or more following certifications: NICET Level I certification in Construction Materials Testing in one or more of the following categories: Asphalt, Concrete, Soils NICET Level I certification in Geotechnical in one or more of the following categories: Construction, Laboratory, Exploration, Generalist ICC certification in one or more of the following categories: Reinforced Concrete, Spray-applied Fireproofing, Structural Masonry, Prestressed/Post-Tensioned Concrete, Structural Steel – Bolting, Structural Steel – Welding American Welding Society (AWS) Certified Associate Welding Inspector (CAWI) American Society for Nondestructive Testing (ASNT) Level II certification in more than one of the following areas: Visual Testing (VT), Magnetic Particle Testing (MT), Dye Penetrant Testing (PT), Radiographic Testing (RT), Ultrasonic Testing (UT)

Responsibilities

Perform routine field sampling/testing and/or laboratory testing of soil, base, aggregate, Portland cement concrete, asphaltic concrete and masonry in accordance with established procedures and the standard methods established by AASHTO, ASTM, TxDOT or other agencies Properly calibrated testing equipment
Perform field inspections and observations for construction activities to ensure compliance with project plans, approved shop/working drawings, project documents and specifications in accordance with established procedures
Prepare and submit accurate, legible, comprehensive and complete testing and/or inspection reports on a daily basis in accordance with established quality procedures
Review plans, specifications, general notes and shop/working drawings for assigned activities prior to performing assigned duties
Perform analysis or calculations to check accuracy, applicability and reasonableness of testing data.
Interact with client representative (supervisors, foremen, project managers, engineers, etc.) at project site as directed by the Direct Report
Maintains assigned equipment and related calibration
Mentor and train less experienced construction engineering technicians on sampling/testing procedures and construction observation techniques
Follows safety rules and practices and other safety requirements for all projects; performs pre-task planning prior to executing work; report any safety issues or concerns to management
Complete training on assigned tasks.
Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.