Entry Level - Materials Testing Technician - Somersworth
About The Position
S.W. COLE has an immediate opening for a full-time, entry-level Materials Testing Technician based at its Somersworth, New Hampshire office. The role involves traveling to construction projects in New Hampshire, southwestern Maine, and northeast Massachusetts to perform field tests on construction materials, including concrete, soil, aggregate, asphalt, grout, mortar, and steel. Work is typically Monday through Friday, with occasional weekends based on project needs, early mornings, late evenings, and regular overtime during the construction season. The work is performed year-round. No prior experience is required; the company provides paid training. Technicians may work as the only S.W. COLE team member at a job site while interacting with people from other companies. When not in the field, they work in the laboratory or train for additional certifications. The role includes learning to read and understand design plans and specifications. Team members are provided with job-site safety resources, including safety-toe boots. The company also offers training, certification support, professional development, and opportunities for advancement, including its Stephen W. Cole Emerging Leaders Program.
Requirements
- No prior experience is required; paid training is provided.
- Perform basic math and write or type observations and test results.
- Regularly use a computer or tablet.
- Be able to perform physical tasks such as lifting and carrying soil and concrete samples, walking through construction sites, and pushing a wheelbarrow.
- Conduct yourself and use entrusted equipment safely.
- Be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer; the company cannot sponsor employment visas.
- Submit an application, resume, and cover letter.
Responsibilities
- Travel to construction sites to perform field tests on materials such as concrete, soil, aggregate, asphalt, grout, mortar, and steel.
- Safely conduct work and use equipment on construction job sites.
- Lift and carry construction material samples, walk through construction sites, and push a wheelbarrow as needed.
- Perform basic math and write or type observations and test results.
- Regularly use a computer or tablet.
- Work in the laboratory or train for additional certifications when not working in the field.
- Learn to read and understand design plans and specifications.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance, depending on eligibility.
- Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer match.
- Eight paid holidays and paid time off accrued weekly, starting at three weeks of accrual per year.
- Paid short-term and long-term disability insurance and basic life insurance.
- 401(k) with employer match and profit sharing.
- Voluntary life insurance.
- Critical illness and accident protection plans.
- Mobile phone stipend.
- Tuition reimbursement.
- Safety-toe shoe program and an allowance for the company clothing store.
- Mileage compensation for use of a suitable personal vehicle, access to company trucks, or participation in a company vehicle program that includes an allotment for personal use.
- Extensive training, support for industry-specific certifications, professional development, and advancement opportunities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
