Concrete Inspector

KTA-Tator, Inc.; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Two retirement plans (ESOP & 401K)

Job summary

KTA-Tator, Inc. in Detroit, Michigan, is hiring ACI and PCI Certified Technicians for full-time QA inspection of precast concrete and reinforced concrete pipe. Candidates must possess relevant certifications and a high school diploma, with readiness to travel and work flexible hours. The role demands detail orientation, integrity, and strong communication skills. KTA offers competitive pay and benefits, including retirement plans. Drug testing and background checks will be conducted.

Qualifications

• Must have ability to test fresh concrete for air content, slump, and temperature.
• Experience with prestressed concrete inspection for transportation and bridge projects.
• Must be willing to travel and work irregular or extended hours.

Responsibilities

• Provide QA inspection of precast concrete and reinforced concrete pipe.
• Prepare reports and communicate relative to construction conditions.
• Maintain healthy relationships with clients and contractors.

Skills

ACI Certified Concrete Field Testing Technician – Grade I

PCI Level II or III certification

Detail-oriented

Customer-oriented

Good communication skills

Basic computer skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

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KTA-Tator, Inc. (KTA) is a 100% employee-owned materials engineering firm, internationally recognized as a leading expert in corrosion protection and asset integrity. Five business units comprise the $40 million enterprise offering a broad range of coatings, steel, concrete fabrication and building envelope inspection, evaluation, and testing services in nearly every market and industry.

KTA is actively hiring reliable and competent ACI and PCI Certified Technicians for full-time work providing QA inspection of the fabrication of precast concrete and reinforced concrete pipe in the Chesapeake Bay area, Michigan/northern Ohio, mid-Atlantic (PA/NJ/MD) and Maine. All applicants must be willing to travel and available to work irregular or extended work hours (night shift and/or weekend work). This position is open to candidates with the following qualifications:

• ACI Certified Concrete Field Testing Technician – Grade I. Must have ability to test fresh concrete for air content, slump, and temperature; and prepare reports and communicate relative to construction condition

AND/OR

• PCI Level II or III certification issued by the Precast/Prestressed Concrete Institute. Must have experience with prestressed concrete inspection, particularly for transportation and bridge projects

Additional Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED – required
• Act with integrity, always promoting ethical practices in all circumstances
• Detail-oriented, ensuring all paperwork is accurate and complete
• Customer-oriented, developing and maintaining healthy relationships with clients and contractors, keeping all parties abreast of any progress
• Good oral and written communication and decision-making skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Excellent work ethic, dependable, and punctual
• Reliable Transportation and valid Driver’s License
• Basic computer skills: Microsoft Word and Excel experience, ability to navigate the internet and email correspondence

Physical Requirements:

• Hearing, speaking, close, color, distance, depth vision, and ability to adjust focus;
• Ability to travel, when necessary, and ability to work outside (including inclement weather);
• Walking, climbing, bending, kneeling, crawling, crouching, standing for extended periods of time, and working in confined spaces and on uneven terrain

Come see what all the buzz is about! We offer competitive pay, great benefits, including two fantastic retirement plans (Employee Ownership (ESOP) & 401K), and will likely have many great opportunities down the line as we continue to grow!

Drug testing and criminal background and motor vehicle check will be conducted.

Candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S.

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