Senior Construction Materials Testing Field Technician
About The Position
Froehling & Robertson, Inc. is hiring a Senior Construction Materials Testing Field Technician (Sr Tech I) to travel to construction sites, inspect contractors’ work, and perform basic field soil and concrete tests to help ensure public safety and compliance with project specifications. The role includes supervising technicians and ensuring testing and inspection work is performed as specified. The position involves complex field tasks, training and supervising technicians and/or working on large projects, preparing detailed reports of test results and inspections, evaluating site and subgrade conditions, and communicating construction issues to clients, contractors, engineers, and technician staff. The role requires regular physical work outdoors and some travel. Related experience, training, and certifications from previous employment may be considered in career progression.
Requirements
- At least 4 years of relevant experience.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Thorough technical knowledge of testing requirements.
- Maintain ACI Level I Concrete, State DOT, WACEL, or ICC certifications in the disciplines of soils, reinforced concrete, and masonry.
- Completed technical training.
- Ability to read and interpret plans, specifications, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
- Ability to apply basic mathematical formulas and concepts to calculate quantities, estimate volumes, inspect constructed work, make field recommendations, and perform calculations for field and laboratory tests and equipment.
- Ability to multitask and meet deadlines.
- Ability to work independently and within cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
- Excellent attention to detail.
- Valid driver’s license and good-standing driving record.
- Willingness to travel as required.
- Willingness to participate in and pass pre-employment screening, including a background investigation, drug screening, and driving-record check.
- Ability to stand and walk continuously throughout the day.
- Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 70 pounds on a regular basis.
- Ability to work outside in frequent temperature changes.
- Ability to occasionally bend, squat, kneel, climb, push, and pull.
- Ability to work in environments containing dust and fumes.
Responsibilities
- Perform and supervise complex work tasks.
- Train and supervise technicians and/or work on large projects.
- Prepare detailed, complete field reports documenting test results and inspections or observations.
- Evaluate site and subgrade conditions on construction projects and provide recommendations.
- Communicate with clients, contractors, engineering staff, and technician staff about construction issues.
- Travel to construction sites to inspect contractors’ work and perform basic field soil and concrete tests.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Comprehensive group medical insurance, including health, dental, vision, and life insurance.
- Opportunity for professional growth and advancement.
- Tuition reimbursement.
- Paid time off.
- Company-observed paid holidays.
- Short- and long-term disability coverage.
- 401(k) retirement plan.
- Company cell phone and tablet.
- Use of a company vehicle for daily onsite travel.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
High school or GED
