Technician

Gessner Engineering•Brenham, TX

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About The Position

Gessner Engineering Construction Materials Engineering and Testing (CoMET) Technicians collect and test soil, concrete, and asphalt samples in the field and laboratory. The testing provides quality control for client projects and verifies whether materials meet applicable specifications. The role involves manual labor at construction sites, field inspections and testing, laboratory testing, equipment and vehicle upkeep, sample handling, reporting, and coordination with drilling and engineering teams. Work may involve construction-site terrain and varying weather conditions, and workdays may last up to 12 hours.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Valid driver’s license and a clean driving record for the past three years.
Verbal and written communication skills.
Physical strength, stamina, and dexterity to lift and move 70 pounds, stoop, bend, and stand throughout workdays of up to 12 hours in varying weather and terrain.
Ability to read and understand procedures fluently.
A solutions-minded approach, positive attitude, collaboration with coworkers and clients, and initiative to seek opportunities to contribute and learn.

Nice To Haves

ACI Concrete Field-Testing Certification.
ACI Concrete Strength Testing certification.
ACI Aggregate Testing certification.
SB 101 – Materials Properties.
SB 102 – Field Specialist.
SB 201 – Moisture-Density Specialist.

Responsibilities

Perform strenuous manual labor tasks on construction sites.
Conduct field inspections and testing, including concrete slump and air-content testing, casting compressive-strength specimens, and testing the density of compacted soils in place.
Conduct reinforcing steel and proof-roll observations.
Perform laboratory testing of soils, aggregate, and asphalt.
Prepare daily reports and document field activities electronically.
Keep work areas clean and pick up and clean tools and equipment.
Handle and store materials; load and unload trucks; and haul and hoist materials.
Ensure proper personal protective equipment is worn on job sites.
Bring problems to the attention of a manager or HR manager.
Read and understand procedures fluently.
Safely operate Gessner Engineering vehicles on roads and job sites.
Maintain company equipment and vehicles according to proper use, maintenance, and safety guidelines.
Log and package soil samples.
Assist the drilling team with augers and sampling tools suited to unique soil conditions.
Communicate job-site conditions with the team and engineering teams as needed.