Senior Materials Testing Technician

County of Orange • Orange County, CA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The OC Public Works Materials Lab has an excellent opportunity for a Sr. Materials Testing Technician to witness and assess laboratory and field testing, sampling, and inspection of construction materials by a consultant laboratory performing Quality Assurance (QA) testing on behalf of the County. Individuals in this position act as Independent Assurance to witness testing in accordance with Caltrans, American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO), and/or American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) test methods. Additionally, this position develops scopes of work, requests proposals from consultants, and verifies the proposal meets contract document requirements for roles, rates, and testing. This position ensures that quality materials are incorporated into flood, road and other infrastructure projects throughout the County of Orange.

Requirements

• At least three (3) years of conducting and performing complex physical tests and inspections on construction materials.
• Extensive knowledge of advanced materials inspection techniques.
• Hands-on experience in a wide variety of construction materials testing, including concrete, asphalt, soil, aggregate and other construction materials.
• Familiarity with laboratory database programs.
• Knowledge of contract administration for consultant testing, including soliciting and evaluating proposals.
• Knowledge of engineering plans, maps, and specifications.
• Experience using Microsoft Office Suite programs.
• Knowledge of mathematical calculations related to materials testing, including basic arithmetic, algebra and geometry.
• Ability to assess lab and field testing and identify deviations from the specific test methods.
• Use logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
• Use efficient learning techniques to acquire and apply new knowledge and skills.
• Be thorough when performing work and conscientious about attention to detail.
• Demonstrate excellent judgment skills.
• Ability to speak and write clearly and concisely to communicate information and assignments.
• Comprehend written technical material and concepts.
• Ability to communicate diplomatically when personnel or other issues arise.
• Effectively discuss deviations witnessed in lab and field testing with consultant labs and recommend corrective actions.
• Produce reports and maintain accurate records.
• Maintain effective working relationships with peers, managers, contractors, and stakeholders.
• Understand and apply the principles of supervision including techniques to lead, coach, train and develop subordinate staff.
• Ability to foster a team atmosphere and reward collaboration.
• Ability to effectively motivate others to promote productivity and efficiency.
• Ability to evaluate subordinate staff and identify performance issues.

Nice To Haves

• Prior leadership and/or supervisory experience is highly desirable but not required.

Responsibilities

• Witness and assess laboratory and field testing, sampling, and inspection of construction materials by a consultant laboratory performing Quality Assurance (QA) testing on behalf of the County.
• Act as Independent Assurance to witness testing in accordance with Caltrans, AASHTO, and/or ASTM test methods.
• Develop scopes of work for consultant testing.
• Request proposals from consultants.
• Verify proposals meet contract document requirements for roles, rates, and testing.
• Ensure quality materials are incorporated into flood, road and other infrastructure projects.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed